comedy of the gods

Writers’ Prompt: Mythically Funny

When all you have is Mjolnir everything looks like Loki’s face

Q: What did Achilles says when the arrow hit him in his heel? A: Γαμώ! That hurt!

By Zeus! A reader recently commented that their favorite obscure niche on Medium was absurd comedy about classical mythology. That’s very specific — and oh so MuddyUm! We serve to aim and can spot a trend as it emerges like rosy fingered dawn from the wine dark sea. We’re inviting you to join us in the Epic homerfoolery.

The Prompt

Write a funny piece involving, in some way, mythology from whatever ancient pantheon you want.

That’s it. If you ever thought to yourself, how can I possibly be more obscure, here’s how!

How to play

• Use exactly ‘Muddyumprompt’ and ‘Humor’ for two of your five tags
• Carefully edit and ensure all images include source information
• Include a link to this prompt piece at the bottom of your submission

Have you been looking for levity in all the wrong places? We’ve got curated humor — and you can join us. Follow MuddyUm and submit your writing for consideration to Susan Brearley at [email protected].