Auditions are now closed!
Thank you to everyone who auditioned, we'll be going through auditions soon and we'll be sending out callbacks when we get through them all!
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Thank you for your interest in auditioning for ATARA: Of Land and Sea. We are currently casting for five principal roles in the ATARA pilot, along with two roles whose identities will not be disclosed due to spoilers. The individual cast will learn the role after auditions. ATARA is a project inspired by visual novel style games that will be published on YouTube. These roles are recurring and this is a long term project. Please note that this is an [UNPAID] passion project at this time. However, should the series achieve success and generate sufficient resources, we hope to offer compensation for future work.
GENRE(S):
Dark Fantasy, Adventure, Found Family, Mystery
Content Warnings: Violence, Death, Weapons
SYNOPSIS: ATARA: Of Land and Sea is a world where humans, merfolk, dragons, harpies, and countless other beings coexist uneasily. The story follows Ira, a determined young adventurer on a quest to become “the greatest pirate captain alive.” Along the way, she assembles a crew of lovable misfits, each with their own secrets. But Ira’s journey is far from simple. A civil war is tearing Atara apart as people and large powers clash over the fate of the mythical races. Meanwhile, the ocean, a lifeline for all who call Atara home, has begun to wither mysteriously. As tensions rise and the waters grow strange, Ira must uncover the truth behind the dying sea before everything she loves is lost.
REQUIREMENTS:
Suitable home recording setup/decent audio quality. Auditions with poor quality, (poor mic, echoes, background noise) will not be considered at this time.
Must be willing to scream/cry/yell, make strange noises, and cuss.
To be considered, the lines provided for the character(s) you are auditioning for must be recorded.
AUDITION GUIDELINES:
Please do not slate.
Title your file "[CreditedName]_[CharacterName]”
Example: REIIDIED_CamilleFlora
WAV or MP3 files are accepted.
Please record each line only once, ABC format. If we call you back you will be asked to read more lines.
Thoroughly listen to the provided voice references for the character(s) you are auditioning for, we are open to interpretations of the characters voices that are different from the provided vocal references!
Those who are called back for a role will be contacted and provided more lines to voice.
Those who are offered a role will be contacted back with further information.
Thank you to everyone who auditioned, we'll be going through auditions soon and we'll be sending out callbacks when we get through them all!
Hey everyone! Casting Call club's deadline is being weird for me. Just to let everyone know it's still open for 6 more hours only! (December 31st 11:59pm PST Time)
That's all!
IRA (eye-rah) - Protagonist
Gender: Female
Age: 19
Ira, the protagonist of ATARA, dreams boldly of becoming “the greatest pirate captain alive.” Determined to prove herself, she works hard to project confidence even when those around her question her abilities. Beneath her bright and bubbly personality, Ira is a teenager who yearns for the same things anyone her age does. Friendship, acceptance, and a place to belong. Compassionate and caring by nature, she often overthinks her words and actions, worried about how others perceive her. Her naivety and impulsive streak sometimes gets her into trouble, but they also make her earnest, unpredictable, and deeply herself.
Vocal references:
Vocal accent:
No specific vocal accent.
(shows desperation for people to like her and her wish to be a pirate) I’m gonna be the best pirate captain the world has ever seen! Just you wait! Everyone who doubts me will be banished to the bottom of the ocean! Or something… Wait, no, that sounds way too mean! Uhh… they will be… forced to join my crew until I change their opinions! There. Much better.
(nervous but trying to act capable and confident) What do pirates steal? Well… I... don't really know. They steal something cool! That's what pirates do, right? You're probably good at that kid… Hey! Why don't you help me? But- we can’t just steal like... an apple; it has to be something meaningful! Something cool!
(panic and fear shifts to self soothing through belief that she's going insane) Hey! hey… you can hear me right?! Tell me you can! No…. No no no! This is crazy, this can't be happening! You're just delusional Ira! Yeah… you're insane!
AZULO (ah-ZOO-low)
Gender: Male
Age: 28
Azulo is Ira’s right-hand man. Stubborn, sharp-tongued, and convinced that life is a dare he’s destined to win. He carries the pride of someone who truly believes he can charm or fight his way out of anything, or fight anyone who gets in his way. But beneath all the rough edges and showy persona is a fiercely loyal, unexpectedly kind heart. Once Azulo decides someone is his crew, his devotion is absolute. He’ll throw himself into fire, storm, or sea for them without hesitation or complaint. Stubborn courage masking a depth of loyalty he refuses to admit out loud.
Vocal References:
Cookie Run: Kingdom - Red Velvet Cookie Scenes (1080P HD)
Vocal accent:
Our team can see Azulo as East Asian, feel free to try auditioning for him with any type of East Asian accent.
Accent is not required to audition.
(defensive of his position in the crew, shifts to softer talking when it comes to Ira) What do you mean, “what do I even do around here?”?! I practically run this ship. If I’m being forced to stick around, you can be damn sure I’m gonna make things work hard and work well. *pause like someone else is talking* No, I’m not saying Ira’s a bad captain, I’m just saying I think she needs a little help keeping things in order. Someone’s gotta keep this crew in line, and Ira sure aint harsh enough to force them. *pause* Why did I even join? Uh- well… funny story, actually… You dont need to hear it-
(trying to open up) Hey… I can be nice! Sometimes. *insert a snicker or something* Just because I know how to keep you in line doesn't mean I don’t have emotions.. or whatever they are.
(annoyed and cocky) Oh, you think I can’t pull this off? Cute. Stand back and watch me make you eat every word you just said.
Kow (cow) Note: Kow’s voice actor must be able to convey, screaming, yelling, crying, and displays of extreme anguish.
Gender: Male (Can be voiced by both masc/fem voices)
Age: 13
Kow is a small but mighty adventurer, shaped by the war in Atara and the need to fend for himself. He’s learned to survive through quick hands, sneaky tricks, and clever lies, skills that make him seem bratty or mischievous to anyone meeting him for the first time. With no one to rely on but himself, he’s grown used to keeping people at arm’s length, trusting his instincts more than anyone’s promises. Yet beneath that prickly exterior is a silly and funny kid who longs for family. He’s mysterious, even the crew doesn’t know much about where he came from.
Vocal references:
Howl's Moving Castle | Multi-Audio Clip:Gather Around For Breakfast! | Top 10
Kow VA Reference UMI - Children of the Sea
Vocal accent:
It is possible for whoever decides to audition for Kow to try an english/british accent! Imagine a sickly Victorian child of sorts.
Our team could also see him as Filipino, so a soft Filipino accent could also work!
(teasing and bratty) And just how do you plan to steal an entire ship!? They're all owned by fancy rich geezers! I tried sleeping on one once... Didn't end well…
(ad lib excruciating pain and screaming) Back up! S-Stay away! *ad lib* Ugh… AHHH! *ad lib* Make it stop! Make it STOP! *ad lib*
(trying to act confident, turns flustered) You think I'm just gonna tell you?… You’re supposed to earn it! *pause* W-What…? I- I don't have issues! You have issues! And who the hell do you even think you are?!
TAEDEN (Tie-den)
Gender: Male
Age: 25
Taeden is a misunderstood, often overlooked inventor with a mind far sharper than most give him credit for. Born with a deformity in his leg that has worsened over time, he hides the true extent of his condition to avoid being seen as weak. He carries a cane, claiming it’s simply for “emergency protection”. Soft-spoken but endlessly witty, he has a clever comeback ready when he wants to win an argument, or get a bargain. His intelligence is valuable, and his presence far quieter than the chaos around him. Despite his confidence in his inventions, he grows visibly nervous when the conversation shifts toward his body or physical limits, a vulnerability he tries hard to mask.
Vocal references:
Vocal accent:
Our team imagine’s Taeden with a sort of hispanic accent, maybe a spanish accent! It would be great to have someone who’s able to give him one.
Accent is not required to audition.
*Character Note: Taeden is bilingual, we’d prefer to have someone proficient in spanish along with english.*
(blatant lying) You know, l've noticed that around this place, the stairs are awfully uncomfortable! I thought, oh no, we can't have that at all! So... I... I'm... What am I doing? Oh, I'm testing their current state! You know.. to make some improvements. And that is whyyyy… I'm on the floor.
(scolding older brother type) I expected better from you. Not perfection, just… better than this.You’re going to get yourself killed! And you’re going to drag the rest of the crew down with you. Is that what you want? Because that’s where this is heading.
(pissed off and egging on) ¡No me lo puedo creer! ¡Suéltame ahora mismo! *struggling noises* ¿En serio? ¿Soga? Qué original. Lo siguiente será que me digas que quieres un rescate o algún monólogo dramático. Ahórratelo.
CAMILLE FLORA (cah-meal)
Gender: Female
Age: 40
Camille is a sweet, considerate woman with a gentle presence; she has a fierceness that surfaces when it’s truly needed. She runs a small adventurers’ guild by the harbor in Atara, drawing on years of experience from her time sailing the seas alongside Ira’s father. After retiring from that life, she was asked to watch over Ira, whose reckless streak tends to get her into trouble. Camille agreed without hesitation, and over time has come to see Ira as one of her own, someone worth protecting with her whole heart. A skilled fighter armed with her twin pistols, Camille keeps the crew grounded and focused. She’s observant, quietly brave, and incredibly steady in a crisis. To the crew, Camille is an anchor.
Vocal references:
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off but just Julie swearing & being a b****
The Light in the Piazza - The Light in the Piazza
Vocal accent:
Our team can see Camille with a Russian-like accent.
Accent is not required to audition.
(stern but turns to concern) Hey, watch yourselves. You almost got us all killed kiddo. No, I’m serious, Ira. Your father wouldn't want me letting you run around so carelessly… I'm not sure I could bear seeing you hurt, my dear.
(threatening and intense) Step away from her. You even think about trying that again, and you’ll be staring down both my pistols before you can blink.
(comforting) My dear, you’re everything your father ever hoped for and more. He’d be so proud of what you’ve become. But it's okay to let others help you; it's okay to be vulnerable. Be as strong as you are required to be, and as soft as you need to be.
UNDISCLOSED ROLE #1 - (REOCURRING)
Gender: Male
Age: 46
Voice Description: Deep, gravely
Vocal References:
Eygon of Carim Dialogue (Dark Souls III)
The Last of Us: Joel Miller Voice Lines + Efforts
Vocal Accent:
No specific vocal accent.
(imagine this taking place after a bedtime story) Haha, that's sweet honey. I’m sure you’ll make it there someday. You gotta be careful, though. The sea is dangerous. And absolutely! Of course you’ll slay *alllll* the monsters. But for now, it's time for bed, okay?
(in the midst of battle, intense and bloody) Come on! We’re so close! *ad lib fighting* You can't give up now! Just a little more… *ad lib more fighting* we’re close, I can feel it! I’ll find it… I will!
UNDISCLOSED ROLE #2 - (REOCCURING) Note: must be willing to make animal noises
Gender: Androgynous
Age: ?
Voice Description: high pitched, squeaky
Vocal References:
(couldn't find one) Mouse squeaks
Vocal Accent:
No specific vocal accent.
*Sad squeaks ad lib*
*Happy squeaks ad lib*
*Angry squeaks ad lib*