Tragic Backstory Generator

So many ideas, but can I use the tragic backstories for free?

All random tragic backstories created with this tool are 100% free to use without any need to provide credit (although we do appreciate the occasional shoutout). Be a little careful though, as there is always a small chance that an idea already belongs to someone else.

Is there a limit to how much I can generate with this random Tragic Backstory Generator?

There's thousands of tragic backstories in this Tragic Backstory Generator, so you won't need to be worried that we'll run out anytime soon. Just have fun with it.

For even more ideas and some additional options, be sure to also check out the Tragic Backstory Generator over on The Story Shack.

Explore some tragic backstories

• Abandoned at a young age
• Witnessed a horrible accident
• Survived a natural disaster
• Suffered from a crippling illness
• Betrayed by a friend or family member
• Sent to jail for a crime they didn't commit
• Forced to join a cult or extremist group
• Experienced a traumatic event during military service
• Discriminated against for their race
• gender