Apocryphal: Animated Pilot
Project Overview
Hello! APOCRYPHAL is an animated pilot based on the hit indie game HELLTAKER (2020) by Vanripper. A comedic slice-of-life comedy, the pilot follows the aftermath of the Helltaker's quest into hell for a harem. However it's not clear if the he actually created a real harem of demon girls, or if he just ended up with a bunch of rowdy demonic roommates.
Logline: After living together for a few weeks, the cast must venture to the nearest supermarket for supplies. Chaos and hilarity ensues, as well as important character moments and relationships.
Casting Call: We're searching for a broad range of voices to bring our characters to life. From the cheerful Azazel, the sour Malina, to the hyper-active Cerberus. we're looking for expressive, dynamic performances that can convey the depth and nuance of our story.
Audition Details:
Age Restriction: All applicants must be 18+
Language: All roles require fluency in English.
Submission Format: Do not add effects or cleanup to your lines; leave that to our production team.
Promotion: Voice actors will be prominently featured on our promotional materials and social media platforms, including the 110k member Helltaker subreddit.
Joining Our Team:
Upon casting, we ask that you join our Discord for easier collaboration! This is the first in a very long planned series, so we're looking for people who will stick with us for a while.
Please feel free to add me, @aguy_19323, on Discord if you have any questions! And be sure to follow the team on twitter! @HelltakerTAS
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Based off of the classic '90s Anti-Hero character archetype, Taker is a man in his late 20's with a deep voice and a kind yet serious demeanor.
Voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTrAdRcsXSU&t=180
- english
- male adult
- animation/character
"Well, this is unexpected... No flour, no eggs, not even a drop of milk. Looks like a trip to the store is in order."
"ARGH, GOD-DAMMIT BEEL! Why is every room in your castle full of tentacles?!"
"I can offer coffee, turn-based strategies, and chocolate pancakes."
As the Queen of Hell, Lucifer is characterized by her aristocratic air and frustration with her subjects.
voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dllulTR_jzI&t=60s
- english
- female adult
- english (british)
- animation/character
I've run out of parchment paper for my contracts... This is simply unacceptable. Mortal, I have souls to enslave, this matter requires your immediate attention.
"I'm supposed to be the goddamn queen of hell! Why is nobody ever listening to me?"
"You're lucky that I have a thing for pancakes."
The lustful demon, Modeus is unreserved and very candid about her sexually driven nature.
Voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARAgEQu1x58
- english
- animation/character
- female adult
"You and me. Now."
"We have to feed it then? What do we feed it with? I'm not sure if there are pancakes here."
"I'm not testing experimental love potions this time, I promise."
The curious angel, Azazel is constantly chipper, highly intelligent, and incredibly naive.
Voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHlp-VoL1A8&t=6s
- english
- animation/character
- female young adult
"Oh my heavens! What would a living human be doing in hell? Most unusual."
"Angel are pure, and would never fall!"
"Well...ahaha...about that..."
The sour demon, Malina is a surly introvert with a fondness for alcohol and old videogames
Voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_JrbqgRT7U&t=81s
- english
- animation/character
- female young adult
Like what... video games? Sure, why not. As long as you're okay with turn based strategies.
"Oh for God's sake! I just finished cleaning that, who is making this mess?!"
"Can you please shut up?"
The bitch demon, Zdrada is Malina's overbearing big sister. She is abrasive, down-to-earth, and a smoker.
voice reference: https://twitter.com/shibagani48/status/1551434504085991425/video/1
- english
- female adult
- animation/character
"Yo. I've heard about your harem. I'm in."
"The mortal world has all sorts of fun shit to do, and you spend all your time in your room drinking."
*evil laugh*
The tired demon, Pandemonica is an elegant, polite, and incredibly tired customer representative. Her alter-ego is a sadistic, dominatrix personality of repressed violence.
- english
- female adult
- animation/character
"Thank you for relying on Hell's Customer Service."
"Keep it up, and you might still survive the day with no fingers broken."
"Sweet of you to offer, I could really use some coffee. I'm not myself without it."
The Triple demon, Cerberus is a single soul separated into 3 bodies. Hyperactive and possessing canine tendencies, she serves as mischievous comic relief.
voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgrrB2Tdh-M&t=44s
- english
- animation/character
- female young adult
"Yes! At last! It's time to corrupt the mortal realm!"
"Can we come? Please? Can we? We promise not to cause trouble. Or run off. Or make blood sacrifices. Pleeeease"
Villainous and charismatic, Beelzebub is an older demon with an archaic charm. She serves as the narrator of the story.
Voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgrrB2Tdh-M&t=860s
- english
- female adult
- animation/character
And that, was the story of the Helltaker. A terrible story, about terrible people. However... It was far from over.
"Here. I think you will find this form a little more comfortable to converse with."
"Abyssal exile makes you seek the weirdest hobbies."
The awesome demon, Justice is mature yet laid back. She is characterized by her genuine enthusiasm
- english
- animation/character
- female adult
"Yo, did you just solve that puzzle? That's awesome!"
"Keep going...You're on a roll!"
"The More, the Merrier!"
High Prosecutor of Hell, Judgement typically yells everything she says, masking a kind demeanor behind a front of fiery wrath.
voice reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTrAdRcsXSU
- english
- animation/character
- female adult
"IGNITE THE SIN MACHINE! SUFFERING MUST BE MADE!"
"TRESSPASSERS SEEK TO INVADE OUR DOMAIN! SHOULD I DISPOSE OF THEM?"
"Wait are you serious?"
"Get them!"
"Hey!"
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