BIONICLE: Quest for the Masks (A Gacha Club Movie)

Tahu (pronounced TAH-hoo) is the courageous Toa of Fire; he is guardian and master of heat. He is the de facto leader of the Toa, but also the fiercest and most feared. His flaming temper makes him hot headed and irrational at times, and he often jumps into a situation without thinking, getting himself and the other Toa into a predicament. His ideas sometimes clash with Kopaka's, however the two have a mutual respect for each other. 

Voice inspiration: https://youtu.be/a5t4OqpU3ps?t=145

Gali (pronounced GAH-lee) is the noble Toa of Water. Although considered the wisest and most peaceful of the group, Gali still has an edge to her; she has a slight temper, though not to the degree of Tahu or Kopaka. She strongly believes in upholding the three Matoran virtues; unity, duty and destiny. However, she is restrictive in using her powers, believing that fighting is not the answer to all conflicts. 

Voice inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaILTs-_1z4

Lewa (pronounced LEE-wah) is the agile Toa of Air. As with most Le-Matoran and Turaga Matau, Lewa often uses humour to lighten up a situation. He can be very impulsive at times, often getting himself into trouble, however he maintains an adventurous nature and is a good friend to all the Toa.

Lewa also sometimes combines words while speaking to form a new word which fits the meaning of what he's talking about, a trait that all Le-Matoran share, known as Rootspeak. 

Voice inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFIQp9GiGsU

Kopaka (pronounced koh-PAH-kah) is the powerful Toa of Ice. He is serious, cold and analytical like his element, and prefers to work alone rather than team up. To many, it appears that Kopaka's cold side is all there is to him. But underneath this steely exterior, he is a loyal guardian with a caring heart, and will risk everything to protect his home, Matoran, Turaga, and his fellow Toa. He is especially protective of the Ko-Matoran, believing that exposing them to danger is not the deed of a responsible Toa. 

Voice inspiration: https://youtu.be/HhGAogrgF5E?t=42

Pohatu (pronounced poh-HAH-too) is the mighty Toa of Stone. Always one of the friendlier of the Toa, Pohatu is always happy to see the team come together and put aside their internal fights. He is regarded as the most loyal and reliable team member, with such a good sense of humour that even Kopaka can't help liking him. Pohatu is also a fierce fighter, especially when he feels the weak are being threatened. He is always considerate and nice to fellow Toa, Turaga and Matoran, and acts as somewhat of a consultant for the other Toa. 

Voice inspiration: https://youtu.be/UNeMU_75Reg

Onua (pronounced oh-NOO-ah) is the wise Toa of Earth. In the dimly lit underground passages of Onu-Koro, Onua sees well thanks to his great night vision and his sense for vibration. He digs quickly with huge powerful claws. He is intelligent but quiet, even allowing the other Toa to split while knowing it's a mistake. He has good relations with the rest of the team, especially Pohatu. He often does not speak unless he has something important to say. 

Voice inspiration: https://youtu.be/P2lsEVlqts0?t=11

Turaga Vakama (pronounced va-KAH-mah) is Turaga of Ta-Koro and the protector of Tahu's legend. He is famous for his quick temper and great courage, regardless of the odds. He has little time for nonsense and practical jokes, and his fearlessness can seem a little impulsive or even foolish to outsiders. 

Turaga Nokama (pronounced no-KAH-mah) is Turaga of Ga-Koro and the protector of Gali's legend, and knows more about the oceans and rivers than anyone but Gali herself. Nokama has a reputation for bringing the Turaga together and resolving disagreements with her practical logic. All of the Turaga respect the way she listens to all sides of any discussion. 

Turaga Matau (pronounced mat-OW) is Turaga of Le-Koro and the protector of Lewa's legend. He is like the silence at the centre of a tornado when he is among his people; calm, stable and paternal. But in truth, he should be watched carefully unless you want to be the victim of one his jokes. He is also a brave warrior and a leader who receives the utmost of loyalty. The tribe repays him with great courage. 

Turaga Nuju (pronounced NOO-joo) is Turaga of Ko-Koro and the protector of Kopaka's legend. Some find Nuju aloof and uncaring, but nothing could be further form the truth. It's just that he does not show his feelings easily, only showing his true self through his generous deeds. Nuju has great sight, and seems to have more time to react than anybody else. 

Note: The lines for this audition are the few times Nuju speaks in his own voice. The rest of the time, Nuju speaks the language of the bird Rahi in memory of a friend of his, Kualus, and relies on an interpreter, Matoro, to communicate. 

Turaga Onewa (pronounced oh-NEE-wah) is Turaga of Po-Koro and the protector of Pohatu's legend. He is known among his closest friends in his cheerful and informal tribe as "the referee", as he sometimes seems to take ages to make a decision, but is never to be argued with once he has decided. Like all of his tribe, he is sure footed and swift over loose ground. 

Turaga Whenua (pronounced when-OO-ah) is Turaga of Onu-Koro and the protector of Onua's legend. He is known to all on Mata Nui for his fairness and good judgement, and the honest wisdom of his words. He guides work in the vast complex tunnels and the quarry, always seeing problems a day before they occur. He should be listened to with care and respect. 

(Note: Although Takua is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Takua (pronounced tah-KOO-ah) is an adventurous and inquisitive Ta-Matoran  with a tendency to wander off in search of stories, giving him the nickname of the Chronicler. After unwittingly activating the six Toa Stones at Kini-Nui, he ends up summoning the Toa to the island and finds himself wrapped up in a battle against swarms of Rahi that takes him to all six regions of the island. Takua will discover many things in his travels, as well a certain secret about himself...

(Note: Although Jaller is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Jaller (pronounced JAH-lah) is the Captain of the Guard of Ta-Koro and the right hand of Turaga Vakama. He is careful to consider all courses of action before doing anything, and makes sure his teammates are all in agreement before moving on. Though initially grim, at times humourless, he softens partly due to his newfound friendship with Takua. 

(Note: Although Hewkii is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Hewkii (pronounced HOO-kee) is a highly famed Po-Matoran athlete and Kolhii champion, and the right hand of Turaga Onewa. His best friend is Hafu, a Po-Matoran carver who is also his Kolhii partner. He is the greatest goal scorer at Kolhii of all time, and one of the few Po-Matoran able to crush boulders with both his feet and his head. 

(Note: Although Hafu is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Hafu (pronounced HAH-foo) is a Po-Matoran carver and Hewkii’s best friend. He is extremely devoted to his work, and has a somewhat inflated ego, considering his carving skills to be unmatched. He usually spends time away from other Po-Matoran, working on his carvings. However, despite his arrogance and tendency to show off, Hafu is dedicated to his friends, and is both brave and strong.     

Hahli is a flaxmaker and fisher-Matoran from Ga-Koro, whose best friend is fellow Ga-Matoran Macku, who is also her Kolhii partner. She is generally kind and gentle, but also very shy and reserved. She later develops an affectionate relationship with Jaller, Captain of the Guard of Ta-Koro. 

Macku is a Ga-Matoran attendant and assistant to Turaga Nokama. She is also co-creator of the Ga-Koro Defence Force along with Hahli, which keeps external threats away from their village. Macku is more adventurous than her fellow Ga-Matoran; courageous and loyal, she often demonstrates a disregard for rules. She also displays a unique bond of mutual affection for Hewkii; her hut is known to be covered in pieces of Hewkii-related merchandise.  

(Note: Although Kopeke is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Kopeke (pronounced ko-PEH-kay) is an ice carver from Ko-Koro, renowned for building bridges and ice sculptures in honour of Toa Kopaka. 

On the surface, Kopeke is considered cold and aloof even by Ko-Matoran standards; he doesn’t speak very often, and his outward attitude rarely comes close to friendly. However, in reality he is merely shy, and his silence is due to him being tentative to engage in conversation. Despite this, he is still a loyal friend, and his skill in Ice carving is unmatched.  

(Note: Although Matoro is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Matoro (pronounced muh-TOHR-oh) is a Ko-Matoran who serves as Turaga Nuju's interpreter. He speaks the language of the bird Rahi like his Turaga due to his previous experience as a Rahi trader. He is quiet and keeps to himself, mostly because of all the secrets he knows. He's very protective of his friends, and wants to help others. He sometimes feels that he is inferior to the other Ko-Matoran due to him merely being a translator, while the others have fighting skills.

(Note: Although Kongu is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Kongu (pronounced KONG-goo) is a Le-Matoran pilot and commander of the Gukko (pronounced GUH-koh) Air Force. He is a skilled weaver and mapmaker, as well as a disc throwing champion. Like many Le-Matoran, Kongu often uses humour to lighten up situations and remain focused. 

(Note: Although Tamaru is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Tamaru (pronounced tah-MAH-roo) is a Le-Matoran navigator and friend of Kongu.  He is chief Kahu bird tamer and the left hand of Turaga Matau. Like most Le-Matoran, Tamaru is excitable and fast-talking - often to the point where even other Le-Matoran find it hard to understand him. He is exceptional in a couple of ways - he is afraid of heights which prevents him from being a Gukko pilot, but he is an excellent swimmer; most Le-Matoran are afraid of water.

(Note: Although Taipu is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Taipu (pronounced TAY-poo) is a miner from Onu-Koro, and among the strongest of the Ono-Matoran. He is best friends with Onepu and Nuparu. 

Taipu is playful and carefree, but also rather naive and gullible - a trait that Onepu often takes advantage of; Onepu "shows" Taipu how he can do both of their digging at once so that he can slack off. However, what Taipu lacks in brains, he makes up for in strength and loyalty. He is the strongest miner in Onu-Koro, capable of lifting and throwing boulders twice his size.  

(Note: Although Nuparu is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Nuparu (pronounced noo-PAH-roo) is an tunnel engineer, second class from Onu-Koro, working in the 12th Marn tunnel in Sector 4. He is well respected for his innovative ingenuity, and produces many machines to make tunnelling easier for the Onu-Matoran miners.

Nuparu is friendly and inquisitive, often taking time off from his regular to job to explore and salvage equipment. He is always tinkering with his creations and looking for new ideas; his knack for innovation is uniquely impressive. 

(Note: Although Onepu is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Onepu (pronounced own-KNEE-poo) is the captain of the Ussalry, an army of Ussal crabs that make up the Onu-Matoran branch of the Mata Nui military. He is a skilled Usual crab rider and the right hand of Turaga Whenua, and is often called on for advice. He is the first Matoran to see Toa Onua after his arrival. 

(Note: Although Kapura is canonically male, I have left the role open to both male and female actors, since female actors, at least in my personal opinion, can do very convincing "young boy" voices, and I didn't want any prospective female actors to be put off by the character's canonical gender.)

Kapura is a Ta-Matoran, deputy of the Ta-Koro guard alongside Jaller, and the left hand of Turaga Vakama. He is considered by most other Ta-Matoran to be slow and strange; he is notorious for moving extremely slowly, and for his cryptic, rambling and usually confusing responses to simple questions. His slow, deliberate way always remains true to his purpose, and he is surprisingly thoughtful, contributing simple but profound wisdom from time to time. He has also mastered a technique that allows him to seemingly travel at supersonic speeds. 

Makuta is the spirit brother of Mata Nui; he grew envious of how the Matoran worshiped his brother's greatness, and so cast a spell that sent Mata Nui into an endless sleep. He now casts dark places and wicked beasts on the island, and reigns over all shadows and darkness. 

When the Toa descend under the Kini Nui to confront Makuta, he appears to them as a dark grey Matoran with yellow eyes, but his true form is much more frightening; no creature that speaks has seen Makuta's true form and lived to tell the tale. 

Voice inspiration: https://youtu.be/6R6OVwlLUAg?t=22