Committee Saga Project -- Danganronpa : Forest of Despair Recasting
Project Overview
DISCLAIMER
This series is only for mature audiences. It involves blood/violence, profane language, sexual themes/violence, and other themes. The Committee Saga explores themes that might make you feel uncomfortable and can be considered triggering for some audience members.
What it is
Forest of Despair is a story that takes place in the Committee Saga. Nothing else needs to be known about the Committee Saga to understand Forest of Despair. It builds on the canon of the games, starting about fifty years after DanganRonpa 3.
The story takes place in Aokigahara, better known as the Suicide Forest. Akita Yamazaki, the Ultimate Mediator, and twenty other of her classmates are forced into a Killing Game by Monokuma. Although, not all is what it seems, as the cast slowly figure out the Killing Game is the least of their worries. After all, the Committee is watching you, forever and ever.
The story is also being published on Fanfiction and Archive of Our Own. Link to original story: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12423032/1/Dangan-Ronpa-Forest-of-Despair-SYOC
Important Info
This is a formal project so audition will be picked based on the quality of the performance.
Only record your audition lines. You do not need to state your name or anything like that.
If you get cast, we will keep in contact with the Discord server.
This is a long project so it requires you to be able to stick with it. Message me through Discord if anything happens.
You can audition for more than one character.
Being on the Discord server is now mandatory.
Thank you for giving this project time. To whoever auditions, I thank you because this means a lot to me. I wish all of you the best of luck.
For further details, contain me on Discord. I'm Sanity_Requiem #7797. Here is the link to the Discord server itself: https://discord.gg/Tq2zSNW
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Akita Yamazaki is the Ultimate Mediator and the protagonist of the story. She is a jaded girl who is often very rude to others, confusing many because of her title. Even if she is the Ultimate Mediator, Akita prefers to either not solve a problem herself or with her fists.
Because of her sardonic nature, Akita comes off as stand-offish and cold to others around her. Except if they are Minato Ueda or Mitsuru Banda, who she fonds over in vastly different ways. Many people that get to know Akita refer her as a jerk with a heart of gold, as she does care for others in her own unique way.
However, there is a great mystery to Akita, even to herself.
(Akita has a deeper voice. Also, because of spoilers, the voice actor/actress that gets this role will have serious range. If you want to know more, email me or read what is posted on the story on Fanfiction)
Name's Akita Yamazaki. Ultimate Mediator at your service. I guess I've been promoted to the protagonist of this story. Now that's something I wasn't expecting.
Listen up, assholes! All of you are idiots! Maybe we should spend less time listening to a random teddy bear that popped out of nowhere, and more on making sure we get our butts off of here!
Yeah, I know I can be...hard to get along with, but, hey, I don't want people to die. I'm an asshole, not a murderer.
Ayano Nishiki is the Ultimate Hacker. She is most often seen with Kazuhiko Hiraoka, her boyfriend, who does most of her talking for her. She is quiet and emotionless on the surface. If she does talk, it is either only one word or because Kazuhiko is not currently available. It is noted that her voice is monotone and she always sounds tired.
Though, Ayano can be fired up, especially if there is an injustice happening. She is curious and questions everything, with her wanting to solve the mystery of the Killing Game. Ayano may be stoic yet she is not apathetic, caring much about the world and the people around her.
There is something about Ayano, though, that she has not told anybody besides Kazuhiko. Something that can change the entire course of the game.
(Ayano's voice actress needs a good range because of spoiler reasons.)
Ayano Nishiki. Ultimate Hacker...There is nothing else to discuss.
Spend time with me?...Are you sure?...Guess if you want to, we can talk.
What do you mean!? That is not fair and you know it! Tell me why this is happening, Monokuma! Tell us all!
Akemi Nakatani is the Ultimate Chess Player. He is standoffish and tries way too hard to act like an adult. With others, Akemi can be rude and seems to think higher of himself. Especially with Kyoto, Akemi can be seen as a bully, not afraid to put others down to boost himself up.
He hates Monokuma and often questions his judgment, pointing all different kinds of holes into the Killing Game. Akemi can be smart but only uses his genius when it can service him.
Akemi has a noticeable hatred of killers that had to come from somewhere...
You want to know who I am? I'm the Ultimate Chess Player! Akemi Nakatani!
So I'm the next person you want to become friends with, huh? We can play some chess then. Or maybe shogi to give you a chance.
I don't think you've got that right. You're a joke for going against me. This is checkmate!
Satoshi Nakajima is the Ultimate Bartender. He is quite the flirt, especially to Akita and Miyuki, but is not a pervert. All of his attempts to woe others end in failure, even though Satoshi claims he has a lot of experience because of his talent.
With others, the most common word they use to describe him is an idiot. Satoshi may be stupid, but he seems to know so. Others get confused by his behavior but ignore it, thinking that it is just Satoshi being an idiot again.
Satoshi is the only character that nobody else knows before the events of the Killing Game. He is not open to explaining how he got his talent. There is something beyond the surface but nobody knows what.
(Yet another role that requires many different types of voices)
Looking good there...Akita Yamazaki, is it? The name I go by here is Satoshi Nakajima, the Ultimate Bartender. That means I know how to make beautiful women like you have a good time.
Of course, I know what I'm doing, I'm the Ultimate Bartender~ There is nothing that I can't do for a diamond like you.
I know what happened! Clearly, the victim was abducted by aliens, experimented on, and then killed to keep them quiet!
Mitsuru Banda is the Ultimate Sukeban. Because of her position, Mitsuru is a good leader, but most of the students are too scared to listen to her. She is brash and headstrong, preferring to use her fists than talk things out. However, Mitsuru does care for her classmates and wants all of them to get out of the Killing Game alive.
She is a serious girl who does not like it when others invade her personal space. At all. Mitsuru is harsh and cold, especially to those who she does not know well.
Mitsuru has a mysterious past with Akita since she was the one that 'saved' her from a certain situation. Of course, this makes Mitsuru the target for Akita's affections, which she does not care for.
(Mitsuru has a deep voice for a female)
Name's Mitsuru Banda. Ultimate Sukeban. Don't get on my bad side. There'll be no problems, dig?
If anybody says anything else about following the damn teddy bear, I'm going to beat their heads in with a baseball bat!
Listen to Aki! Order in the court or I'll smash your faces in. The killer had to be strong. It makes sense. That damn baseball bat is heavy. Now, if this happens again, I'm gonna jump off this podium...thing and fucking die because you all are idiots!
Miyuki Kobyashi is the Ultimate Onna-bugeisha. She is distant and aloof, barely showing any emotion. However, Miyuki is polite and wants to serve her fellow classmates in anyway that she can.
Although Miyuki is a natural leader, she spends her time on the sidelines, observing everybody from afar. Miyuki acts as some kind of guardian angel to the students, especially those who are on the weaker side. She is not afraid to fight as Miyuki always carries her sword on her person.
Miyuki is the subject of many urban legends, with many worshipping her on the internet, but most everything about her is unknown.
Hello, Miss Yamazaki, you wish to know my name? Its Miyuki Kobyashi, and I am the Ultimate Onna-bugeisha. It is a pleasure to meet you.
This is no game. It is a crime. I will make it my duty to prevent the deaths of my fellow students and to stop who ever is behind this.
Justice is blind, therefore, so am I. I will not accuse any of my fellow students, however, I will supply the evidence needed to bring the killer to justice.
Ayaka Hoshino is the Ultimate Circus Performer. She is a whimsical girl that is a strange mix of mature and childish. Everything is a show, and that means Ayaka has to do her best to give what the audience wants! This makes her have her own charm despite her...eccentric behavior.
She is reckless and rude, being vulgar and not afraid to cuss every other word if she feels like it. Ayaka does many things without thinking, making things difficult for Monokuma and her fellow classmates. Truly, Ayaka might seem friendly, but she is the biggest wild card there is.
Ayaka knows more than she lets on with too many things. Not to mention, she doesn't even join the game at the beginning. Something is happening with her and nobody can figure out what.
Hello and welcome to Sakura Blossom Circus! The name's Ayaka Hoshino, Ultimate Circus Performer. Gimme anything circus-related and I can give you the time of your life! For a small little fee of course.
God, I'm so bored. You know what, I'm hanging out with you because everybody else is such a stick in the mud. Who cares about killing and teddy bears and whatnot? Jeez, stop being such a party-pooper.
First, fuck you for even suggesting that! I don't kill people, I make them laugh. Believe it or not, I'm not the Joker or Harley Quinn or some other insane villain of the week being chased down by a man in a bat suit with serious issues.
Takayuki Anno is the Ultimate Private Investigator. He is the partner the Committee gave Akita, and they are forced to work together even though they hate each other's guts. With his words, Takayuki is blunt and does not hold anything back, not caring about whether or not he hurts anybody's feelings.
There is a heart of gold somewhere in there though. He holds soft spots to certain people, especially Naoko Kawabata, the Ultimate Child Prodigy. Though Takayuki still has a habit of getting angry. A lot.
With his cousin, Hideyoshi Anno, Takayuki has a connection that nobody can quite understand. He hates Hideyoshi but does not share the same grudge as Akita.
(Once again, this is a role that requires to be able to do a wide range of voices)
Hmph. My name happens to be Takayuki Anno. You might've heard of me before. They wouldn't stop any of those annoying ass articles. Oh, in case you're lucky and don't get the news, I'm the Ultimate Private Investigator.
Akita...you're here...goddammit...please put an end to my suffering.
You really are questioning the Ultimate Private Investigator about a murder? Something I deal with every day? Either you're the killer, or you're the type of person who can't even remember something simple like that.
Lord Cassius Ambrose Irvine Jacobson the Third is the second Ultimate Jeweler. Because of Kira's shared talent with him, Cassius claims that she stole it and tainted his family bloodline. Cassius is very proud of himself and his family, often bragging to the other students. He believes that the sun and moon both revolve around him.
Cassius is what somebody would simply call an idiot. Hayato has to be constantly around him to make sure he does not do anything stupid. He has a high standard for everything and often bosses around the students in the class that are from a lower economic class than him. Except for Hayato.
Due to his dedication to his family, Cassius will do anything for them. Anything.
I am Lord Cassius Ambrose Irvine Jacobson III, son of the Duke of Lancaster Cassius Ambrose Irvine Jacobson II! I give you permission to address me as Lord Cassius given the impressive length of my noble name, however.
You there...Yes, you!...Go and fetch me some water. I seem to have worked up quite the thirst.
These hands are to be used to create perfection not to partake in some barbaric murder game!
Kaze Kamui is the Ultimate Strategist. He has many talents, but the only thing that seems to be noteworthy is his complex strategies. Although many think Kaze would have confidence because of his talent, Kaze has trouble talking to others, especially if they're women.
Kaze does not have that much self-esteem, often questioning why he is even an Ultimate. Though his intelligence can be helpful in trials, only if he gets over his fear of talking in front of a large group of people.
Kaze, however, has mysterious ties to many of his classmates and the mystery of the Killing Game itself. Like many others, it is not known whether or not Kaze can truly be trusted.
Oh sorry. Didn't see you there. Kaze Kamui, the apparent Ultimate 'Strategist'. Wait...you're a girl...U-uh...Nice to m-meet you, ma'am!
U-um...sure, we can h-hang out with each other. L-let me finish what I'm doing.
From what I gathered, it seems that the victim was actually hit in the head. The first time probably did not kill them, so the killer continued...
Minato Ueda is the Ultimate Traveler. They are Akita's best friend, as they have to be saved by her a lot. Because of their oblivious personality, Minato has a bad habit of getting lost. Their habit has allowed them to travel all across the world, getting their title.
They are always happy and believe in the best of people, having an undying amount of optimism. Their connections with others is helped by their confidence and jovial attitude. Minato does not know the darkness of the world.
Not everybody can be happy all the time, though. Everybody has a breaking point, even the brightest of stars have to fade out...
Oh, hello there! I didn't see you, sorry about that...Oh. Right, this is probably where I introduce myself, huh? The name's Minato Ueda, Ultimate Traveler!
Huh, are you sure? Just make sure I don't get lost. I really don't want to be alone in the Suicide Forest. It will be worse than the dark alleyways of Shibuya at night.
This isn't a game! The victim isn't just a victim. They were a living person whose dead because of this! We've to keep on track! For the victim's sake
Like in the games, Monokuma is the mascot of the games and the face that the mastermind hides under. He may look and act relatively the same but there is something different here.
After all, this isn't Junko's Killing Game.
I'm Monokuma, your headmaster! It's good to be back after, like, fifty years! Guess what, my precious, bastard students? You're in another Killing Game!
Akita Yamazaki...Bitch-chan! You're the protagonist. So make sure you don't die, got it?
This isn't gonna be like any of the other Killing Games! You see, this is the mark of a new era! Let me teach you kiddos all about the basics of despair.
Kazuma Kaneshiro is a manipulator who abuses his understanding of psychology and hypnosis to brainwash people to behave as he desires. He is the mastermind but it is unknown who he truly is or his motives.
Excuse the interruption, but things have to get starting now.
It’s perfectly alright to be confused. Everything will make sense eventually. All of these unpleasant emotions are needed for life to be truly fulfilling.
There’s no need for fighting. Instead, you should focus on the show that’s about to start.
Kotori Hiraoka was a ruthless woman who would do anything to get the results she wanted. She did horrible experiments for the Committee that lacked any morals.
Before the events of the story, she was murdered. But her influence still lives on in her victims and the ones that worship her.
Only if people knew the truth about despair, maybe the world wouldn't be so screwed. But, alas, the world is convinced of Junko Enoshima's. She was but a child. How would she know anything about it?
Quiet down you two! I'm trying to work.
Patience, child, good things happen to those who wait.
The new headmaster for Hope's Peak. Ayano Kirigiri is a ruthless woman who is willing to do anything to make sure that hope wins over despair. Though she is not physically there for the Killing Game, her presence can still be felt everywhere.
Work on what makes you special. Believe in yourself. One day you will become somebody important.
Despair is evil and has to be destroyed. Hope is all that is needed in the world.
You have to listen to me. This isn't the time to be picking a fight!
Chiyo Kodaira is a mysterious woman that has only one thing obvious about her: her temper. Being naturally stubborn and caring, Chiyo is a complicated woman with too many secrets.
For some reason, she keeps appearing to Akita with Sae Emiya, her friend, but neither of them gives her any answers.
What are you planning this time? How many lives are you going to destroy just for your own benefit?
For once in your miserable life, do something that’s not complete shit and actually answer the goddamn question!
I rather choke on my own vomit than have anything to do with you!
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