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Prose Challenge of the Week #17: You are a superhero. Write a piece about your powers and how you’ve abused them. 50 words minimum, 250 words maximum. The winner will be chosen based on a number of criteria, this includes: fire, form, and creative edge. Number of reads, bookmarks, and shares will also be taken into consideration. The winner will receive $100. When sharing to Twitter, please use the hashtag #ProseChallenge
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The Grave Digger

I wait in the darkness of the graveyard. The only source of light coming from the moon. A cold breeze sweeps through, carrying dried leaves along with it. The grass I stand on is moist, and my boots slightly sink into the ground with every step. I rip my backpack on the ground and wait longer. This power is not easily used and takes concentration. I look to the floor and think of all the things I could do.

 I could bring back loved ones if I desired.

I could raise an army if I wanted to.

I could start my own apocalypse if I wished it.

The deceased would do my bidding.

I felt a shiver go up my spine as I thought of these malicious deeds. I could go mad with power, but that is not why I am here. I have a much better plan tonight. Reaching into my bag, I pull out a spiral notebook and a pencil. I could feel a presence come as a surge of power flowed through me. A figure made out of light emerged from the grass, and floated upward. It was a mere few feet away from me.

I called to the figure, "William Shakespeare, I need your help."

In a disembodied voice, he replied, "What is thy request?"

I formed a twisted smile and replied, "I have a Romeo and Juliet essay due tomorrow and have a few questions."