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15 'professionals' sign up for a dating show set inside the digital world. These 'V.I.M.A systems' (as we call them) open the gates for the produces to apply any effect they want. Even if it isn't so desirable for the contestants. Will these 'professionals' succumb to their societal pressures, or will they follow their own path and live a fulfilling life?
D:CE is audio centric, visual novel that will release on YouTube. Each chapter will have 4 episode each, daily life and deadly life having 2 respectively. At the time or writing, chapter 1 has been written up to the trial, however that should be completed by the end of the deadline.
T.W
Abuse, sexual assault and all other stuff that comes with a fanganronpa
Requirements:
Minimal background noise in your audition
Alright microphone quality, it doesn't have to be that great, just intelligible
PLEASE include your discord within your audition, it will be our way of reaching out to you
Please do NOT slate in your auditions
Preferably recorded in ABCABC but AABBCC is fine
Please be 16+ by the end of the deadline (unless it's for Ryuji, Tamaki, and Yuko. Then its 18+)
Notes:
We plan on having the audience vote for the fate of some characters, similar to antebellum. As a result, this will be a LONG project - longer than a usual fangan - and so, we expect voice actors to be ready for that.
The 'dating' side is a very minimal part of the story, only used to set up pairs that the characters will be placed in. It becomes irrelevant from chapter 1 deadly life onwards.
We will not be looking at ANY auditions until the deadline is over, in order to give ourselves no kind of bias what-so-ever. When the deadline is up, shortlist and dismissals will begin
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We hope you can join for whatever reason you like. You don't have to, though
Hannosuke is the main character of CE, and is a professional stage actor. He is a timid, young man that brings that main character energy, However he is quick to burst out when he believes he has been wronged. He tends to hold a deep care for those close to him in his life and will be very protective over them. Hannosuke has a hard time dealing with new people, and will not be overly confident when talking with them - especially if he finds them attractive.
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Voice description:
A medium male tone, he should delivered in a natural way. I would like a more naturalistic style of acting, unless he is in panic or the emotions are high. He will need to be as expressive as possible during intense scenes. His voice should be suppressed during the start of the story, as he is nervous, and will gently adjust to his, more normal, louder voice near the end.
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As he is the main character, Hannosuke will have a great deal of lines and so voice actors will have to be okay with that. This role also features screaming.
(Introduction) Hi, I'm Hannosuke. I don't really know the answer to that question... I suppose I'm attracted to everyone.
(Narration) I couldn't- well, we all couldn't believe what happened yesterday. It always comes to shock whenever that happens with anyone. It's not normally something you tell other people, but I guess he was just so happy that he did. You find that weird as well, right?
(After being accused) ME?! Of all possible people to have the ounce of suspicion on, you choose me!? This was proven wrong 2 hours ago! dumbass.
Tamaki, a professional apathy, doesn't like to share his voice and is heavily apathetic. The man will only talk if required. He will consistently look towards his friend Ryuji for advice on what to do and only has a few interests, most of which being internet celebrities. He really has to try and be positive if it is required. There just isn't much to say about a person who is known for not doing anything.
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Voice description
A male medium-low tone, Tamaki's voice should be suppressed. He should sound as if nothing matters and any attempt to make something mean something is futile.
This character does feature themes of abuse and will therefore be limited to 18+
(Introduction) My names Tamaki.
(false joy) I had a great time. Yes.
(afraid) He's okay.
Hamura, a professional notetaker, is a kind and polite young woman who is knowledgeable. She takes some pride in her profession, sometimes dedicates entire days to increasing her notebooks size. She has a tendency of not viewing people as people and instead devices for further research development.
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Voice description
A feminine medium tone, Hamura should talk as if everything has meaning. She should sound like a very nice person to approach and a person you can easily connect with.
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Hamura is a main character and will therefore have a great deal of lines.
(Introduction) I’m Hamura, I’m looking for just about anyone who would take me!
(Teasing) I obviously chose you because you're a great recourse of information.
(Rebuttal) Are you sure that's the case? Don't forget, I have almost all of what you're talking about written down right here.
Aito, a professional ?, can only speak in questions. The true cause of this speech defect is not known, however that does not change the effect it has had on her life. Aito cannot have a decent conversation with anyone she interacts with - this obviously does not work with an interview of any sorts. She is a very smart woman however, using her condition in creative ways to make communicating easier.
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Voice description
A feminine medium-high tone, Aito should obviously speak in questions. But, for more sentence sounding questions, (If that makes sense) the VA can decide not to end in the traditional question end. She should speak as if everyone understands the way she talks, therefore leaving no room for deciphering.
(Explanative) Do you not know what my profession's name actually means?
(Answering a question) [are you okay?] Yes or yes?
(Rebuttal) That's not true, can you guess why? Fukuchi, was I available during the killing? He said this before, remember?
Ryuji, a professional tree nurturer, may seem like a rude stud that only cares about his own desires, however he actually cares about those he has close bonds with. Maybe he cares too much. Anyway, he does occasionally obsess over women will constantly harass them into dating him, but that's all in the past, right? Ryuji holds a deep and special connection with Tamaki, his only friend out of high school.
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Voice description.
A masculine low tone, Ryuji should have an ounce of malice in his voice with minimal understanding for others' feelings. However, when talking to Tamaki, and other characters with less confidence, he should show more of his true colors and be himself. When talking to women, Ryuji is a cringe pick-up-artist that doesn't know when to leave things alone.
This character features themes of all kinds of abuse and will be therefore restricted to 18+
(Introduction) The names Ryuji. I'm bisexual, that means both men and women.
(Talking to a woman) That's so totally true. Y'know I feel the say actually, about that makeup. The creators really need to step up their game.
(Alone with Tamaki) That's a shame. Oh, I would never hurt you like that. I- I don't even know how anyone could.
Break, A professional horse-racer, likes to keep his life private, so not much information is known about him. He often switches from different aliases, "Break" being the one our team found him under. All that is really known is that he comes from a line of rich businessmen.
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Voice description
Break speaks in a sort of detective prince accent, think Akechi from persona 5, or at the very least a bit posh. He should sound as if he should be more than everyone else but Break believes he is on par with everyone else, he just got lucky.
(Introduction) I go by Break. Obviously, that's just an alias, but I tend to privatise my life for personal reasons.
(Needing to shake someone of his back) I don't think we get along... I think it would be for the best if please leave me alone.
(lying) You think I'm an accomplice? He's not even my partner, what motivation would I have to help such a person? You're running out of ideas, aren't you?
Keitaro, a professional babysitter, likes to fit into the norms. He changes his personalty traits based on the people he interacts with all because he finds his profession embarrassing. No one he knows personally knows the truth behind his profession and so sets up the mask. His real personality is that of high stress and worry.
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Voice description
a masculine medium-high tone, Keitaro should communicate as if he is trying to fit in, however very well. In occasional line of dialogue, he could let out hints of his true self but it should not happen too often.
(Introduction) I'm Keitaro! And nothing ever gets passed me... unless it's snails, how do people own snails?
(Confused) Hey, Aritaka! I get you like pizza, but could you not make it your whole personality?
(True self) U-um, yeah. I-I get a permit from specific people. I can't do... that to just anyone
Yuko, a professional CEO, is a very closed of person. She will rarely converse with people, thinking she needs permission to speak. However, she runs many of the world's leading companies, including the one behind the V.I.M.A systems. Still, she yearns for the cash.
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Voice description
a feminine medium-high tone, Yuko should sound consistently on edge, thinking whatever she says will offend the taker and speak with a sense of responsibility.
This character contains themes of abuse and will therefore be restricted to 18+
(Introduction) I-I'm Yuko. I do have m-many other companies too. I suppose they are lesser important, though.
(Trying to impress) H-how do I look? You said you liked girls in dresses, s-so...
(Rebuttal) Sorry to but in, um, You think it's me? AHH! I'm sorry I gave you that idea!! I-It's not true, though!
Mika, a professional anaesthesiologist, loves to speak her mind. If she knows remotely anything about a topic she will either talk until she runs out of information or you cut her off, and then she will talk about another topic. Her mind runs wild with discussion and doesn't really care about any of it. She just wants to talk.
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Voice description
a medium-high tone, Mika talks with a wonder in her voice without the wonder. She jumps quickly from sentence to sentence, often disregarding full stops. She talk faster paced than usual
(Introduction) I'm Mika, a professional anaest- ansesta- ansaten... I don't know how to say that word.
(Trailing off) Ever since I was 9- or was it 10? No, I'm pretty sure it was 9. I had a strange interest in putting things to sleep. It sounded weird back then but with hindsight it kind of makes sense. I used to bash squirrels heads in with my practice bat and see how long they would stay knocked out. Most of the time they died so I couldn’t get good test results: Even if I did, hitting rabbits over the head with a rock isn’t the industry standard.
(Annoyed) You were the who said they owned a cow?! How do you forget such an important piece of information- It's actually not important now that I think about it, but-!
Nanako, a professional collector, is just a normal girl who likes normal things and does normal activities. She isn't exactly interesting but she isn't boring either. The only thing she has are her friends and collection of random stuff. Like MuvLuv memorabilia or birthstones.
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Voice description
a feminine medium-high tone, a normal voice, played as natural as possible. Just be yourself.
(Introduction) I'm Nanako, one of many professional collectors.
(In a natural conversation) That's an interesting idea, although I normally collect things that aren't so price heavy.
(Rebuttal, Crying) Me? I- I would never! I loved her just as much as the rest of you, please... someone believe me.
Fukuchi, a professional smokejumper, means business. He doesn't take underserved slander lightly and will rebuttal if he deems it necessary. But, he is a very nice guy who cares about everyone's wellbeing, not just those he cares about (looking at you Ryuji). Though he is quick to temper.
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Voice description
a low-medium tone, Fukuchi should sound like most comments against him are negative. He should also be at ease when talking with a larger group or with someone he trusts more than others
(Introduction) Names Fukuchi. Nice to meet you too.
(Correcting a friend) I'm not sure that's the right way to say it, but you got your point across so I can't complain
(Defensive) What's that supposed to mean? You think I take this shit lightly?
Izumi, a professional nutritionist, doesn't like those with power. She views them as a corporation designed to milk money out of consumers, even if that isn't remotely true. However, deep down she wants to be proven wrong and wants to try and build a connection.
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Voice description
A feminine medium tone, Izumi should sound disgusted when a person with high status talks about doing something beneficial for the community. And with less fortunate people she is overly kind.
(Introduction) My name is Izumi! I work as a nutritionist.
(Disgusted) It's all bullshit, isn't it? You don't actually think he believes all that crap. It's just to improve himself
(Rebuttal) Y-you're the one accusing me? We've known each other this whole time. You even remind me of her at times... so why?
Rei, a professional mentor, is Osaka's savior and guardian of the city, having saved the day many times. He is also really stupid and never takes anything seriously. He ALSO can't seem to develop a personality for himself, why does he feel the need to steal someone else?
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Voice description
a masculine high pitched tone, Rei should sound nothing like his inspiration and like e is trying really hard to be funny. He also puts on a voice when in his 'persona' but instantly breaks when complimented.
(Introduction) I'm Rei. And I'm also really cool and good looking.
(Out of character) I'm doing good! OKAY!! Ahem... (back in character) No, I'm doing well.
(Joking) I don't know what to say. My job is so hard... Ew, don't say job
Yoshitsune, a professional IT guy, is very ashamed of who he is and who he has become. He believes his profession lets down his entire family, especially given the name he has been given. Every attempt to make a name for himself had failed so he went into IT. He hates it though.
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Voice description
a masculine medium-high tone, Yoshitsune should communicate with deep shame in every interaction. Any amount of hope for his future should be met with denial and distaste.
(Introduction) Huh? I'm Yoshtsune. I- I don't think I want to reveal that.
(Trauma dumping) Those with a little understanding used to call me... shit-une. I- I got used to it after a while, but it still hurt
(Rebuttal) How is any of that true? You made up blatant lies to FUCK ME OVER SPECIFICALLY, DIDN'T YOU!?
Aritaka, a professional vocaloid, is all for bringing about world peace. After gathering fame for being a vocaloid actor, Aritaka uses that to his advantage and now does everything in his power to make the world as peaceful as he can. He doesn't condemn those being sinful to harshly, as he believes the perfect way to make the world a better place, is to first be that change.
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Voice description
a masculine medium tone, Aritaka should be extremely caring in his voice, for any negativity is met with kindness. There should be no ounce of malice at all.
Aritaka is a central character and will therefore have a great deal of lines
(Introduction) I am Aritaka, voice of the world's leading vocaloid. It is a great pleasure to be here.
(Concerned) Hey, you passed out this morning- I wouldn't be so quick to move, right now. I'm assuming you didn't have a drink yesterday? Okay... well here, drink this.
(Rebuttal) You, Hannosuke? You of all people should know I would never do this!! I was the only person to try and stop the bleeding!
Our Host, you, is the only leading charge this project has. Without a host, what is any show? You will be of the upmost importance and will require a HUGE work ethic. But, well, we haven't drawn you yet. So we were wondering, if you were chosen, to draw your character? That would be awesome, thank you.
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Voice description
I am open to absolutely anything, you just have to be charming.
Notes:
We do plan on the VA for the host drawing their character sprite. This can be in any style at any skill level, we do not care about any of that. Its for the novelty.
(Introduction) Hi! It's me! Your host!!!! I am looking strange on camera- can we do another take?
(Explaining) So, maybe if anyone were to murder another contestant, then maybe you would have to figure out 'whodunnit'. Because I don't even know
(Rebuttal, disappointed) Really? You think it's me, Hannosuke? Fuck, I should've chose someone else... No, it's not me- stop saying that!!
You will be interviewing every one of the contestants, however as time goes on you will be needed less. You do have to say yes, as you kinda owe us a favor. That's your job, we'll do ours.
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Voice description
Anything
(Introduction) Hi, please state your name and profession
(Doing his job) So, you have a special connection to your mother? Why is this do you think?
(confused) You don't want me to make my own questions? I hold this title for a reason, you don't want to put that to good use?