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Project Overview
WHAT IS CLOCKWORK?
Clockwork is a webcomic, created by comic artist, Chikuto.
Below are excerpts from here, to tell you a little bit about the story;
“Cog Kleinschmidt works happily as an artisan within the stronghold of the world’s leading empire, Mercia Fortress. He finds his life taking a screeching turn upon the arrival of a diplomat from the enemy Kingdom of Arcadia, who needs something from Cog - whether he agrees or not!
Cog soon finds himself trapped in the faraway Kingdom of Arcadia - an aristocratic haven with rich history and even richer tastes. However, Arcadia heaves with creepy undertones and conspiracies, but the citizens seem willfully ignorant of the bizarre events going on under their noses. Cog finds himself getting pulled further into Arcadia’s paranormal side, and decides the only way out is to solve the kingdom’s mysteries himself - with any help he can get from Arcadia’s stepford-like residents!”
THE EMPIRE OF MERCIA
“The Empire of Mercia is the dominant power of the world. It has a long history of warfare, much of which has resulted in their favor. However, they have been unable to bring Arcadia under the watchful eye of their empire, resulting in a great deal of tension between the two nations.
Mercia has rather ruthless methods of dealing with the few stray individuals who use magic - executions, assassinations - although with a sudden surge of magic-wielding terrorists, Mercia struggles with how to proceed. Just where are they coming from all of a sudden?
Mercian citizens pride themselves for their hard-working, homey lifestyles, and their steadfast attitudes. They are simple people who find comfort in friends, family, and food cooked with lots of love. Mercians are always ready to lend a helping hand to their fellow citizens, and work hard to make life rich and comfortable for everyone in the empire. However, at the first spark of danger, Mercia shows no mercy.”
THE KINGDOM OF ARCADIA
“Arcadia is the second largest power in the world, ruled by aristocrats and their beloved queen. When Mercia first attempted to occupy the kingdom, they were driven back by the world’s first airship, developed by Arcadia. A treaty of peace was formed to avoid further conflict.
Unlike Mercians who find comfort in simplicity, Arcadians take pride in their wealth, rich history, and a love of finer things in life. Many people around the world with an interest in theater, art, and architecture will find themselves gravitating toward Arcadia. However, due to Arcadians valuing blood and birthright above all, the divide between the rich and the poor in Arcadia is a large and unchanging one. As a result, a community of “peasants” has formed beneath the city, banded together and maintained by the mysterious Ringleader.
As rich as their blood may be, it seems to be filling the streets as Arcadian aristocrats are routinely being found dead. With both a serial killer AND the Empire of Mercia breathing down their necks, Arcadia finds itself at a loss.”
MAGIC
“People believe that through the practice of magic, those who use it forego their humanity. Willfully indulging in an art that chips away at your mind and soul for personal gain, ultimately to render you a deadly threat to the rest of humanity, is the very essence of inhumane.
Believed to be through genetics, some humans inherit the ability to use magic from an unknown source. It is a well documented fact that those who exercise magic begin to act erratically, as the strain of a human using such a force slowly turns the user sick and mad with stress. Magic eats away at the user's sanity, sometimes without even exercising it. As long as it is present in a person, magic will steadily deteriorate their entire being until they are nothing more than a mindless, destructive time-bomb.
Mercia takes the role of purging the world of magic users, for the safety of all. For centuries, magic has been rare, and Mercia’s global conquest has been extremely successful. However, over the past seven years, there have been rumors and sightings of this power resurfacing at a worrying rate in the form of terrorists committing crimes in the name of Arcadia - and Mercia is unsure of how to proceed.”
WHAT IS CLOCKWORK VOICES?
As it sounds, Clockwork Voices is a project dedicated to dubbing the above story, approved by Chikuto herself. Episodes will be posted on YouTube; more info on this once all roles are filled.
AUDITION GUIDELINES
It is very important that you are a reader of Clockwork for two reasons;
1. This project is for the readers, by the readers.
2. Passion is a must! We, including the author (Chikuto), are all independent creators and, therefore, put a lot of passion into our work. If you don't know the story, then you can't love the story!
A variety of voices are welcome and encouraged, please be as creative as you like!
Discord is required, as we have a server for easy communication.
Mic quality must be no lower than a Blue Yeti microphone.
You must be 16+ to audition, as this story contains mature themes (such as murder and kidnapping).
You must be serious about your role in this project and have a sense of responsibility, in order to meet deadlines.
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Good luck, I look forward to working with you!
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Osbert is a member of Arcadia's Five and Head of Airship Development. Use a voice that you think suits his character.
Ach! Another o' Mercia's paltry cargo ships? How long do they plan on keepin' me waitin'?! Show me the big guns, ya puffed up empire!!
Ohoho! Come now, Alexander! Yer makin' this old man blush!
Cecelia is a member of Arcadia's Five and Head of Weapons Development. Use a voice that you think suits her character.
Geheheheh... I'm eager to see the artillery for this infamous dreadnought they're building! The gilly bug? The ghouly bust?
Speaaaaking of assistants--
[OSBERT'S LINE]
Sounds like he needs to be PUNISHED. Send him my way?
Apoidea is the Police Commissioner of Arcadia's Police Force. She should sound stern.
I said bring me the kid, not arrest the kid.
[CLO'S LINE]
I'm going to phrase my foot down your throat. Coffee.
Alright then... I'm Police Commissioner Apoidea. You're answering questions today, Jumpsuit. Let's make this quick.
Apparently, Alexander hired an assistant that could bridge the gap between The Five and Mercia's prince. Put his friend on the other side, and "inspire" Mercia to finally share information on their attacks.
[COG'S LINE]
No, he hired the right person. The fact that you're just another nihilistic brat is the problem.
Lulu is Apoidea's assistant. Use a voice that you think suits her character.
Didn't the Ambassador... hire you as an assistant because you're the Mercian prince's friend? To help with this kinda stuff?
WELL EXCUUUSE ME --
The ASK is a mysterious, unknown killer roaming Arcadia and killing aristocrats.
Oh, I'd LOVE to see you try!
[ Please, feel free to improv! ]
Franz is a part of the Mercian Police Force and Bartholomew's partner. He's seen as skittish, but loyal to his Empire.
Lieutenant! Lieutenant! We found--
[BARTH'S LINE]
(huffing) Y-Yes, sir, but...
[BARTH'S LINE]
Sirrr...
[BARTH'S LINE]
Sir... Sir-- Sir-- SIR!!
Bartholomew is a part of the Mercian Police Force and Franz's partner. He's seen as assertive and the right-hand man to the Emperor.
What a pity...
[FRANZ'S LINE]
NO, let me. You found them nearby - they didn't put up a struggle - and they came along quietly.
[FRANZ'S LINE]
It's the same every damn time!
[FRANZ'S LINE]
Arcadian scum, prepackaged with pride at the tension they create!
[PAUSE]
I WANT THIS PLACE CLEANED UP! AND I WANT A DEATH TOLL, COUPLED WITH A DAMAGE ESTIMATE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! THEY WILL BE ARRIVING SOON AND I WANT THEM TO HEAR JUST EXACTL--
[FRANZ'S LINE]
WHAT, FRANZ?!
Jac is a part of the Arcadian Police Force. He is Clo's brother and polar opposite, being energetic and (ideally) higher-toned in voice.
If you audition for Jac, please consider auditioning for Clo as well!
Show some respect, Clo! We are Arcadia's Police Force! These people are depending on us!
[CLO'S LINE]
Funerals give me an upset tummy. Have the rest.
[CLO'S LINE]
I'm your only brothe--!
YES, MA'AM!
You saw it too, didn't you?
[CLO'S LINE]
It's easier for us, I suppose.
Clo is a part of the Arcadian Police Force. He is Jac's brother and polar opposite, being laid-back and (ideally) lower-toned in voice.
If you audition for Clo, please consider auditioning for Jac as well!
Man, funerals are such a bummer.
[JAC'S LINE]
I'm depending on you to pass me another donut, Jac.
[JAC'S LINE]
Aww, you-- you're my favourite brother.
Huh... See, the way you phrased it...
Sure did... But I'm gonna pretend I didn't.
[JAC'S LINE]
It sure is, bro. It suuuure is.
Elise is Jean's daughter. She should sound spoiled and angry.
AREN'T YOU SUPPOSED TO BE PROTECTING US?! This MANIAC has been running free for seven years, and you still haven't caught this guy?! My dad is DEAD and you wanna come in here and question me?! Well, I have a question for YOU! Do your officers just sit around the station stuffing their faces with donuts all day?! Did their basic training consist of anything except finding their way out of a paper bag?!
I could find this killer before any of your sad excuses for officers could! You know what? I think I will! And when I do-- YOU'RE ALL FIRED!!
Nothing is going to happen!
[JEAN'S LINE]
Pleaaase, I just really wanna see this play! Everyone else in Arcadia is going!
[JEAN'S LINE]
You want me to be a social outcast? Is that it?!
[JEAN'S LINE]
FATHER.
Jean is an Arcadian aristocrat and victim to the ASK. Use a voice that you think suits his character.
Ah, yes... I requested this write-up. How generous of Kasper to go through the trouble.
[COG'S LINE]
Rather curious, aren't you?
... J-Just the two of you...? Then... where is...
[GAZ'S LINE]
Uh, yes... Good afternoon, Ringleader.
Well, thank you very much for bringing these documents to me, ah...
[COG'S LINE]
I am very grateful, Mr. Kleinschmidt.
Haydee is Jean's wife. Use a voice that you think suits her character.
My apologies, Detective.
[APOIDEA'S LINE]
But, my daughter is not wrong. You and your police force are an embarrassment to this Kingdom. An embarrassment that is costing lives.
[LULU'S LINE]
I will provide any assistance I can, but I have zero confidence that you will capture my husband's killer. It is time you crushed your Force into shape, Detective, before Mercia comes to do it for you. Now, GET OUT.
Alice is one of Gaz's henchmen. Use a voice that you think suits her character.
We gotta snoop if we want the scoop!
She couldn't find my foot if I kicked her in the face.
Heeeey, it's food-boy!
[COG'S LINE]
We're trying to get all the juicy info they have so far on this killer! Someone's gotta pick up the slack around here, or we're outta work!
Caelan is one of Gaz's henchmen. Use a voice that you think suits his character.
What do you think, Ringleader? ... Ringlea--
[GAZ'S LINE]
Do we really gotta? If we start snooping around now, we'll never get Apoidea and the police off our asses.
Come on! We know you funnel all this murder-trivia to that wasp lady--
The Ringleader blackmails rich folk to hire us, y'know? No aristocrats, no jobs.
Various lines said by Mercian soldiers.
[SOLDIER 1] EYES FORWARD.
[SOLDIER 2] WHAT THE HELL?
[SOLDIER 1] Look, deserted just for us!
[SOLDIER 2] Everyone's helping clean up after those Arcadian terrorists, idiot.
[SOLDIER 1] We'll never compare at this rate...
[SOLDIER 2] How can the Regulus be so advanced...?!
Arcadian soldier.
--world famous coffee shop here in Mercia and I just was wondering if maybe you'd like to--
[LEONARDO'S LINE]
I-- What--?!
Mercian mechanic.
Aw, you can't leave, Cog! We need you to repair the machines that Berk here can't fit into!
Cog's robot friend.
NEGATIVE. ENGAGE RESTRAINT MODE.
Arcadian citizen.
Didn't you hear? The Five left to sort out another bombing in Mercia!
Arcadian shopkeeper.
Yyyyeah, I'm a bit more concerned about the serial killer running around Arcadia, thanks.
Cripes, who's he flirting with now? 'Cause it was me this morning.
Arcadian waitress.
That means you gotta leave-- Like-- Forever.
Adrien is one of Jean's housemaids.
He's here... Y...You let him in!
[ANNA'S LINE]
[COG'S LINE]
OH. Oh, thank heavens. I thought you were... AHEM. I mean-- Please, follow me.
Anna is one of Jean's housemaids.
No way, I let him in last time! It's YOUR turn.
Arcadian waitress.
So, you ever gonna pay for your own food, you lazy bum?
He was flirtin' with my waitresses today. Until that lazy bum showed up and scared him off.
Guests at Jean's funeral.
[GUEST 1] Jean of all people...
[GUEST 2] Haydee is devastated, but Elise is furious.
Arcadian waitress.
Eh?
[DES' LINE]
Oh-- You stop that! You never give up, do you?
[DES' LINE]
You're the worst, Mr. Des~.
Arcadian clerk.
I am hardly sorry, Mr. Ringleader-- But, what you are asking for is classified information! I will not simply hand it over to you street rats!
Miss Apoidea leads our capital's police force! She requires this information to keep us SAFE - and to find this killer!
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