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INTRODUCTION
Hello, everyone! This casting call is for Game Vine Studios' upcoming animated series, "Echoes of the Past." From the same person who is leading Game Vine Studios' visual novel game, "Only Fools Scream". Echoes of the Past is a Minecraft cinematic series that has 3 planned seasons. This series is about when a young girl uncovers forgotten VHS tapes of an ancient heroine’s battle against the undead, she is drawn into a dark legacy. As she grows up, fiction turns to reality, and she must rise to face a resurrected evil, fighting to finish a war that began before she was born and determine if peace is worth the world that must be lost to achieve it.
We're casting all character main and backup voices, along with all crew members to help throughout the seasons. People who are cast may be asked at a later date if they would like to work with us again, if we see a role you may fit in for other projects, this can include our Studio's Staff Team!
LANGEUGE
All roles are in the English language. Voice actors must be comfortable using the English language. Our preference is either Northern or Southern American Accents for these characters; however, it is not mandatory! What we do look out for above all else is if you can play the character so well it doesn't sound like you are an actor at all but the character themself!
PAYMENT
All roles will most likely be unpaid for the time being since the project is based on success rate and monetization, so please keep this in mind while auditioning.
CREDITING
We also showcase all of our voice actors on our website. The showcase includes voice actors' chosen credited name, role they played, and social media handles. If given, contact information and links to their website or CCC site will be added as well. All roles will be listed in the end credits of every episode of the show.
SERIES OVERVIEW
"Echoes of the Past" is a Minecraft animated cinematic series that ties in the past, present, and future of our heroes' stories. The stories will be produced like a TV Show, with atmosphere and sound effects, fully voiced, fully animated, each episode running about 21-35 minutes (excluding intros and credits), and a lot more!
DEADLINES AND AUDITIONS
The deadline for auditions is October 28th, 2025, with auditions starting on September 1st. There are currently no plans to extend this deadline unless all roles are not filled, as the full Season 1 script will be ready to release to voice actors. We'll notify voice actors who have been cast in roles by October 30th and send scripts to voice actors by December 1st. You will have 3 weeks to record lines and need to receive all lines back from voice actors by December 30th. This is a hard deadline. If you are unable to record between December 1st - December 30th, please do not audition.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect to be warmly greeted by our director, Elizabeth, the person who put together and created Game Vine Studios and all the productions under Game Vine Studios. At this point, you'll be part of our GVS family, where you'll get to interact with other voice actors from around the globe, not only networking with other talents but creating close relationships with us along the way.
We communicate primarily through Discord, with secondary communication through email/phone number. If you are unfamiliar with Discord, you can still audition; however, we strongly, STRONGLY recommend setting up an account so you may participate through Discord and can collaborate with your fellow voice actors and team members while getting all the needed information and announcements first-hand. We've used Discord with other projects, and it has been of immense value to our company, making it our primary source of sending out information.
WHAT WE ASK OF YOU
First and foremost, have fun -- we take pride in bringing together talents in different media to create something truly phenomenal, but none of it means anything if the people involved aren't passionate about their craft or about the project itself, as you can tell between those who are invested and those who are not.
Please submit clean recordings on proper mics, preferably USB or XLR Microphones. This means no air conditioners in the background, no fans, no background voices, etc. (We don't mind performing noise reduction on your files, however, too much clean-up reduces the quality of your voice). And speaking of clean-up -- please let us handle the post-production. Don't add effects to your lines -- leave that to our audio team geniuses :)
Feel free to cut your lines to your best/favorite takes. Two or three is the gold standard for our studio when recording lines. If you would rather give us more takes, that's okay too; however, please at least remove the takes you DO NOT want to be shown and featured on the series.
Please submit your recordings as a single .wav file to #line-submissions in our Project Server, which will be provided to you after casting. If a file is too large to submit via Discord, put it into a Google folder and send the link in #line-submissions with all the rest of the voice actor's lines. Thank you!
We do occasionally ask for line re-dos, but we do this sparingly and only after great consideration - we realize your time is valuable, and we won't ask for anything we can't work around in edits. This is only if the line does not match the scene, if something audio-wise or speaking-wise gets messed up, or you forgot the line in general! Regardless, we will try to give more context when we send out retakes to our VAs!
Since we are planning on multiple seasons of Echoes of the Past, we'd like to cast people who will be able to stick with us for a while. We're incredibly proud of the groups of cast and crew we have formed over the years, and when starting a new project, we may return to voice actors or crew members we've worked with in the past.
Lastly, please do not leave once cast or without a reason. We are very flexible if given a heads up about whether you will be gone for some time or if you just can't continue the project anymore, and are more than willing to work with our casted talents. However, if you do end up inactive for a couple of months without responding to our messages and end up ghosting us, you will be terminated from the project, as it will be seen as leaving the project. Open communication is best with our company as we know how life can get in the way a lot of the time!
WHO ARE WE?
Game Vine Studios is a company that focuses on delivering quality productions like web series, video games, and empowering content creators and talents of any size. We strive to make sure all productions and talents are handled with care and love, to make a production that can become a person's comfort series or put a smile on someone's face, that can make the viewer feel the raw emotions coming from our talents.
Talent-wise, we strive to empower amazing artists, both well-known and those who are just getting their foot in the door, who have the same goals as our Studio. Not only do we wish to deliver quality to our fans, but to work alongside our talents, viewing them not as an asset that could be replaced, but as an amazing talent who can do great things with their careers! This studio was built by an aspiring artist for aspiring artists to grow and get jobs under their belt without being used or taken advantage of.
Game Vine Studio not only wishes to make amazing content for our fans and viewers, but also to show what our cast of talents can do while making our own little family of weirdos and nerds behind the camera. We bring networking, close relations, and quality-made projects filled with love and passion. If you would like to read more on our History, our Studio's Founder, Productions, or about our goals, feel free to click the link below!
Game Vine Studios webpage: https://sites.google.com/view/game-vine-studios-official/home
Project webpage: https://sites.google.com/view/echos-of-the-past/home
Its been a hot minute! I know its been a couple of months since hearing back but i am going to be casting crew first. when we get all things settled production wise then i will be coming back here for any vas id like to cast so please be patient with me! I understand a few of you many not still want your roles given how long its been however hopefully i hope a few of you will still stick around!
The head of Animation supervises the animation team using Mine-imator and Discord. Their main focus is making sure all animation is "wallpaper-ready" and that it all looks like it's made by the same person rather than 10 to 20 different animators. The head of animation will also be advising animators when needed and working alongside the other head/lead members of the production. The head of Animation will be doing everything animators are doing, alongside the tasks for this job.
Tasks:
- Help Animate scenes based on the storyboard, script, and voicelines/audio file given to you- advise other animators when needed
- Make sure all animation is "wallpaper-ready" and looks made by 1 single person- Talk to animators and the animation team about what is needed to report back to the Director and Producer
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the animation team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
- relay information from the director, if needed to the animation team
- Join meetings with the rest of the leads when needed.
- Split scenes or shots between all animators, including yourself, and make sure they get finished by the deadline set by the director.
How many are getting cast: 1
How to audition for this role: Show your animation skills with 1-3 Minecraft Mine-imator and/or Blender shorts that show your ability to show emotion, fluidity, and "Wallpaper-ready" quality animations
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Head of Script writing oversees the writing team, ensures scripts are on schedule and meet tone/quality. You will not only be making sure the script is in good shape but also the script writers and editors' main lifeline. You are to give advice, help out when needed be and advocate for the team in Head of Production meetings.
Tasks:
- Approve drafts.
- Coordinate story meetings and script writing meetings.
- Align scripts with series lore and production scope.
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the script writing team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
- Get scripts in by the deadline set.
- Review scripts alongside the episode outline, making sure they align before submitting the final draft for the Director's review.
How many will be cast: 1
How to audition for this role: Submit a full short script (5-10 pages maximum) and describe your writing leadership experience.
*Say something you think would fit*
The head of Post Production and Editing coordinates editing, pacing, credits, and final assembly of the episodes being released. They work with all of the head team members, along with almost everyone within those teams, to get the needed assets to finish the episode as a whole.
Tasks:
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the post-production and editing team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
- Oversees editor, VFX, filters, and transitions within the video.
- Ensure episodes are release-ready by the deadline set.
How many are cast: 1
How to Audition: Submit a breakdown of a past post pipeline you've led, or a finished Minecraft-style edit.
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The head of the Art Team manages concept, storyboard, and thumbnail artists to keep visuals consistent. Not only will they be helping the team out, but they will also lead the art team by splitting up work, relaying information, and making sure work is completed by the deadlines set.
Tasks:
- Approve style consistency.
- Guide revisions and collaboration.
- Make sure art is turned in by the deadline, with any pushback being made known to the director
- relay information from the director to the art team and vice versa
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the art team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
- Join the head of Production meetings to discuss what the team needs or what is coming up.
how many are being cast: 1
How to audition for the role: Submit a portfolio and explain your experience managing visual teams, and include art you have made yourself.
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The head of Marketing creates a marketing strategy for release, hype, and branding. This includes promotion of the series and promotion and the making of merchandise for the series.
Tasks:
- Create social media posts, trailers, and community teaser posts.
- Coordinate with the thumbnail artist and video team.- create ideas for possible merch ideas for seasons, episodes, and arcs to gain both attraction and monetization
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the marketing team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
- work closely with the director about possible ways to grow the series and mock up marketing strategies
how many are cast: 1
How to audition for this role: Share a marketing plan or mock post series for a Minecraft animation that includes possible merchandise items, how you would market the series, and a mock announcement to tease the series.
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The operational brain of the project. Keeps the entire animation pipeline moving, anticipates bottlenecks and burnout, and ensures final delivery is on time and with minor delays in production
Tasks:
- Build and maintain a detailed pipeline timeline from script to final render per episode.
- Break down each episode into deliverables and assign or delegate tasks to each department.
- Keep a centralized tracker for where each episode is in development (e.g., script complete, storyboard in progress, animation 50%, etc.).
- Identify slow areas or burnout risks, and adapt the schedule or reassign as needed.
- Keep Director, Producer, AD(Assistant Director), AP(Assistant Producer), and Head of Teams aware of possible changes in schedule deadlines or task deadlines
- Make sure the heads of animation, audio, script, and post are aligned on timelines and priorities.
- Keep track of which models, rigs, VFX, or backgrounds are needed by which day.
How many are cast: 1
How to audition for the role:
Submit a sample episode pipeline (text or spreadsheet) with major and minor phases/tasks and checkboxes, provide a mock Trello/Notion/Airtable layout (or just describe it in text) for tracking multi-role projects, and describe how you'd handle an animation delay when audio and post are on schedule.
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You will help with managing our fanbase and community while working alongside our social media manager. A community manager builds, nurtures, and manages a community around a brand, product, cause, or production.
Tasks:
How Many will be cast: 1
How to audition for this role: make a google folder with 3 mock-up images on instagram, twitter, or nother social media site that you think would be interesting enough and clickable enough to get more veiws. first should be about updates to the project itself, second should be about the production dropping merchandise or a new teaser video, and last should be about the hiatus of the project.
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A Merchandise Designer is responsible for creating visually appealing designs for products, ensuring they align with brand identity and customer preferences. They work with teams to develop concepts, select materials, and use design software to create prototypes. They also stay updated on trends and collaborate with manufacturers to bring their designs to life. You will bring art to all sorts of merchandise apparel, such as t-shirts, books, posters, cups, etc.
Tasks:
- Conceptualizing and Designing: Developing creative ideas and designs for various merchandise, including apparel, accessories, and promotional items.
How many are cast: 3-5
How to Audition: show art merchandising mock-ups you would make for a production that would be sold, such as character t-shirts, logo hats, or even posters and such. (you can use printify or other free shops, similar to grab the mock-ups and send them in a folder)
*Say something you think would fit*
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Alejandra is the main protagonist of the story, who comes in through seasons 2 and 3. Alejandra, here is the grown-up version of the Alejandra we saw in season 1 as a minor character. She has grown into a fine woman who enjoys watching true crime to guess the endings, reading "Legends of Amaya: Savior of Worlds", and hanging out with her friends. She has grown her smarts with the story she adores, even though her grades aren't the best; however, those smarts about the story she read as a child will become her lifeline...
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Alejandra Simons
Age: 18(Season 2), 22 (Season 3)
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Bisexual
Likes: Sleeping, Eating, Hanging Out with Friends, Reading “Legends of Amaya: Savior of Worlds.”, and Acting like a detective to solve problems or guessing the outcome of a story to see if she's right.
Dislikes: rude or angry people who yell or shout for no reason, being told her ideas or interests are dumb by strangers.
Hobbies: Watching True crime to try and guess the ending, Reading “Legends of Amaya: Savior of Worlds”, hanging out with friends, playing video games(specifically those that are puzzle games or help build creativity), and playing detective.
Archetype: The Hero
Personality: Smart, strategic, bubbly, cheerful, courageous, loyal, accepting, methodical, anxious, and stubborn
Goals: “Bring everything back to normal and the way things were.”
Motives: so that she and her family and friends can live their normal lives again.
Morals: “Treat others how you wish to be treated”, “Don’t lie to others unless it is for their safety”, and “respect those in death regardless of their actions”.
Friendships: Ember Owens, Damien Remirez, Lorilai Karters, Noel Parsons, and Callie Davidson
Family: Mara Simons (Good relation with her), and Dad(Barely remembers him)
Enemies: Kahlida Keres
Voice Pitch: Medium to Low Female voice.
[Natural/Bubbly] “Okay, okay—but I called it! I said the boyfriend was the killer like fifteen minutes in! You owe me boba and bragging rights, thank you very much.” [Curious] “Wait… that symbol was in chapter four of Legends of Amaya. No way. Are you telling me this place is real? I need to see that page again—like, right now.” [Anxious but Focused] “I know it looks bad. I’m scared too. But we’ve come this far, and if we stop now, everything we’ve done will be for nothing. So we go forward—together.”
[Angry but Controlled] “You don’t have to believe me, but you will respect me. I’ve been through more than you could imagine, and I’m still standing. That counts for something.” [Sarcastic/Playful] “Oh sure, let’s totally split up in the haunted ruin. What could possibly go wrong? You go get eaten by a cursed statue, and I’ll write the eulogy.” [Heroic Determination] “I don’t care how broken the world is—I’m not giving up on it. Not on my friends, not on my family. If you want to stop me, you’ll have to kill me.”
[Quiet Resolve] “They don't deserve to carry this weight. So I will. Whatever it costs... I’ll take it on, just don’t let them suffer more than they already have.” [Playfully Defensive] “Excuse me, but if I ever end up in a murder mystery, I’ll survive because of my ‘nerdy obsession.’ So go ahead and laugh—I’ll be the one walking out alive.” [Desperate/Emotional Panic] “No! Don’t close the door—please! They're still inside! We can't just leave them behind—we can’t!”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Alejandra is the main protagonist; however, this role is her as a minor role character until she ages up in season 2. Alejandra is a very carefree and energetic child who loves stories, especially when they are told by her mother. She wanted to learn more about a specific bedtime story her mother always told. Mara, her mother, knew about a series on VHS that she watched as a kid, as well as the story, and decided that the next day they would put it in for Alejandra to watch. Alejandra loves this story, and her older self will call upon this many times throughout the end of season 1 to season 3.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Alejandra Simons
Age: 8 years old
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Bi-questioning (in the sense she finds some female characters from shows and stories attractive, but she doesn't know what that means because of how little she is.)
Likes: Sleeping, Eating, Hanging Out with Friends, Reading “Legends of Amaya: Savior of Worlds.”, and Acting like a detective to solve problems or guessing the outcome of a story to see if she's right.
Dislikes: rude or angry people who yell or shout for no reason, being told her ideas or interests are dumb by strangers.
Hobbies: Watching cartoons and anime specifically to see the heroine shine, Reading “Legends of Amaya: Savior of Worlds”, and Playing Detective.
Archetype: The Hero
Personality: Smart, energetic, ray of sunshine, naive, childish, impatient, and playful
Goals: “Bring everything back to normal and the way things were.”
Motives: so that she and her family and friends can live their normal lives again.
Morals: “Treat others how you wish to be treated”, “Don’t lie to others unless it is for their safety”, and “respect those in death regardless of their actions”.
Friendships: N/A or Unknown
Family: Mara Simons (Good relation with her), and Dad(Barely remembers him since he left early in their lives)
Enemies: N/A
Voice Pitch: Medium-High Child-like voice
[Frustrated/Cute Pout]“Hey! Just because I’m a kid doesn’t mean I’m wrong! I’m super smart—you’ll see!” [Inquisitive] “Wait… but if the bad guy was already locked up, then who made the lights flicker? Hmmm… I think there’s a twist coming!”[Bubbly/Excited] “Mommy, tell me the one about Amaya again! Please, please, pleeeease? The part where she saves the moon kingdom is so cool!”
[Happy/Gleefully]“That tickled! Stop it, or I’m gonna pee my pants from laughing! Hehe—okay okay, truce!” [In Awe] “Whoa… that’s her! That’s really her! Mommy, Amaya’s real, isn’t she?! She has to be real!" [Sad]“Mommy… do you think Daddy ever thinks about me? ‘Cause sometimes I try really hard to remember his voice… but I can’t anymore.” [Whiny but sweet] “Ughhh! How many more minutes? You said five like ten minutes ago! That’s cheating!”
[Scared]“M-Mommy... I-I’m scared... Why is Legends of Amaya so sad and scary sometimes..?” [Comforting]“It’s okay, Mr. Whiskers. I get scared sometimes too. But Mom says hugs fix almost everything.” [Imaginative/Playful]“Aha! I’ve found the missing cookie crumb trail! Which means… the snack thief is—you! You’re under arrest for delicious crimes!”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Callie is a main supporting character who appears in seasons 2 and 3, serving as Alejandra's protector and one of her best friends. Callie always picks fights with Damien due to his bluntness and reality-based thinking, even though she's not any better. Damien's viewpoints and disregard for his blunt statements irritate her, as sometimes they can bring the group down.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Callie Davidson
Age: 17
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Biromantic Asexual
Likes: Streaming and recording her mini vlogs to whoever watches, playing Minecraft and other video games, hanging out with her groups of friends, having girls' nights, skateboarding or skating.
Dislikes: people telling her to be more lady-like or that he goal isn't worthwhile, fighting with friends, her stubbornness to simply apologize.
Hobbies: Playing video games, wearing more masculine clothes and styling them to make a statement, having fun with friends, recording for her small community, even though she knows not much will come from it.
Archetype: The Rebel AND The Dreamer Bound By Reality (mix of these two)
Personality: tomboyish, warmhearted, genuine, respectful, thoughtful, persistent, stubborn, unconfident
Goals: to become a famous YouTuber, for her community to bring happiness and to show that even idols, YouTubers, streamers, or any celebrity are still human underneath. Her second goal is to prove her haters wrong, but specifically her bio-mother and herself wrong (that she can, in fact, make it as a YouTuber without money, connections, or help).
Friendships: Alejandra Simons, Ember Owens, Noel Parsons, and Damien Remirez (love-hate relationship)
Family: Father (good relationship), Mother (left at an early age), Step Mother(took some time but has an amazing relationship with her), Younger Step Brother(annoyed with him constantly), Older Step Sister (can be annoying at times, overall gets along well)
Enemies: Kalidah Keres
Voice Pitch: Medium to Low Female voice. Can and should have some depth to her voice. Think of most female villain voices without the seductive undertone to them, or the tomboy friend of the group.
[Defiant & Fierce] “You think just ’cause you’re blunt and smart you’re better than the rest of us? Newsflash: no one asked for your attitude—and it’s not helping.” [Frustrated & Honest] “They don’t know my story. They don’t know what I’ve been through or how hard I’ve fought to get here. So yeah, let them talk—I'll prove them wrong.” [Protective & Fierce] “If anyone so much as breathes wrong around Alejandra, they’ve got me to answer to. And trust me, I’m not someone you wanna mess with.”
[Blunt & Practical] “Yeah, Damien’s a pain. But I’d rather deal with his crap than have everyone pretend like everything’s fine when it’s not.” [Warm but Stubborn] “Look, I’m not great at saying ‘sorry,’ alright? But that doesn’t mean I don’t care. I just show it differently.” [Reflective & Soft] “Sometimes I wonder if I’m just fighting to prove everyone wrong… even the person who matters most—me.” [Annoyed but Caring] “You’re impossible sometimes. But you’re my impossible.”
[Light-Hearted & Playful] “One day, my community’s gonna blow up, and when they do, I’ll be able to say: I did this on my own. No money, no connections, just pure stubbornness and a lot of caffeine.” [Casual & Confident] “I don’t do girly. I do me. And if that means skateboards and ripped jeans, then so be it.” [Determined & Hopeful “I’m not waiting for a miracle. I’m making one happen—one video, one stream, one viewer at a time.”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Ember has been Alejandra's childhood friend since the end of elementary school. She comes in during seasons 2 and 3 as a main supporting character. She is very hot-tempered and very protective of those she cares for. She has a small crush on Alejandra, which started around middle school when Alejandra didn't leave her side when things got rough for her. Ember should have similarities to Lilith from Season 1, almost like reincarnation, similar to Alejandra and Amaya.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Ember Owens
Age: 18
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Lesbian Demisexual
Likes: reading, thinking of made-up scenarios between her and Alejandra or their friends before bed, acting (never had enough courage to get into it and try), watching movies or shows that are trending, watching recent or old anime whose fandoms are already dead since it finished or has been in production for years.
Dislikes: dislikes being considered a pick-me girl due to her tsundere-like personality, hates when others talk shit about her friends or family, doesn't like how much others' words can affect her.
Hobbies: hanging out with Alejandra and Callie Davidson, supporting her friends from the shadows (such as Callie's YouTube Channel, Watching shows Alejandra talks about so she knows what she's talking about, going to see Lorilai's plays, etc.), reading romance books.
Archetype: The Gaurdian
Personality: extroverted, hardheaded, stubborn, tsundere-like, secretly very caring and accepting, observant, spirited, determined, insecure.
Friendships: Alejandra Simons (current Crush), Callie Davidson, Lorilai Karters, Noel Parsons
Family: Mother (decent relationship, has its ups and downs), Step Father (doesn't like him due to the fact she feels like they are trying to replace her biological father), Father (deceased), Older Brother and Older Sister(closest family members to her after their father's passing)
Enemies: Damien Remirez (doesn't hate him but doesn't like how mean he is to Alejandra), Kalidah Keres (do to her trying to kill Alejandra and harming the whole world).
Voice Pitch: Medium-High voice. Think of the protagonists' female best friend or the tsundere girl in any anime.
[Hot-Tempered & Protective] “Look, if you so much as think about messing with Alejandra, you’ll have me to deal with. And trust me, you don’t want that.” [Blunt & Stubborn] “I don’t need anyone saving me. I can handle my own problems. So don’t get the wrong idea and start feeling sorry for me.” [Determined & Fierce] “I don’t care how tough this gets—I’ll never back down. Not when it’s about protecting the people I care about.”
[Tsundere Blush] “W-What?! I’m not staring at you! I just… I’m trying to make sure you don’t trip or something. Not because I like you or anything, geez!” [Playful & Teasing] “Seriously? You’re going to wear that? You’re lucky I like you, or I’d roast you so hard right now.” [Frustrated & Insecure] “It’s not like I want to always be the one who watches your back… but I don’t trust anyone else to do it right.” [Casual & Observant] “You think I don’t notice when you’re upset? I do. I just don’t always say it… because sometimes you don’t want to hear it.”
[Worried & Vulnerable] “You’re always running ahead, like you don’t need anyone. But what if one day you get hurt, and no one’s there to catch you?” [Sincere & Caring] “Hey, you’re stronger than you think. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise—not me, not anyone. And if they do, I’ll make them regret it.” [Soft & Reflective] “Sometimes I wish I could just say everything I feel without sounding like a total idiot. But… maybe one day.”
Name: Noel Parsons
Age: 17
Sex: Male
Likes: Reading, Learning new facts and topics on survival, quiet and secluded places, small groups.
Dislikes: bullies, loud and crowded spaces, being used for his academic smarts.
Hobbies: reading, writing, and making random scenarios in his head and how he’d survive them.
Flaws: Know-it-all (thinks he is right all the time and can't seem to budge on it, especially when people who look like the bully type talk down to him)
Archetype: The Genius
Personality: Smart, strategic, inventive, humble, idealistic, dependable, efficient, methodical, a bit tense, straightforward, know-it-all, and a bit narrow-minded.
Morals: one lie leads to many, so do not lie in the first place, and Learn from others' misfortune
[Calm & Analytical] “If we take the north path, we’re less likely to run into hostiles. It’s elevated, harder to track, and I read the wind currents last night. Trust me—there’s a method to the caution.” [Deadpan & Dry] “Yes, of course. Let’s all run blindly into danger. Who needs logic when we have vibes and questionable instincts?” [Irritated but Composed] “If your plan was even remotely rooted in reality, I might consider it. But right now, all I’m hearing is ego and adrenaline.” [Blunt but Not Cruel] “Lying to protect someone is still a lie. Just because your reasons are noble doesn’t make your actions clean.”
[Emotionally Guarded] “I don’t hate people… I just don’t like when they pretend to care until they need something from me. That’s not friendship. That’s utility.” [Overstimulated & Stressed] “Can you please—please—just lower your voice? It’s not just annoying… It’s overwhelming, and I can’t think.” [Quietly Honest] “You’re the only one I don’t feel like I have to explain myself to. That’s… rare. And kind of terrifying.”
[Reflective & Personal] “I used to think being the smartest meant I’d be the safest. Turns out, intelligence doesn’t shield you from loneliness. Or betrayal.” [Frustrated & Sharp] “I’m not afraid of confrontation. I’m just allergic to idiocy—and I’ve reached my limit for the day.” [Soft & Vulnerable] “You all see someone with answers. I see someone pretending he’s not falling apart every time someone expects him to fix everything.”
Lorilai is a main supporting character who comes in during Season 2. She is the emotional and moral center of the group, often acting as the glue that holds everyone together during conflict. While she is more emotionally driven, her compassion and deep intuition help navigate delicate situations, often seeing pain or tension before others notice. She tends to be the peacemaker, using empathy to connect with others and resolve disputes.
She shares a strong dynamic with Noel, who is more logic-focused and stoic. Together, they represent the duality of head and heart: Noel ensures the group stays on the right path, while Lorilai ensures no one is emotionally left behind.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Lorilai Karters
Age: 15
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Likes: Tea and pastries, Rainy days and soft music, Journaling or writing letters, Stargazing, and Helping others through emotional distress
Dislikes: Spiders, Horror movies and shows, Yelling or arguing, Feeling like a burden, and Being ignored or dismissed
Hobbies: Making handmade charms or bracelets, Reading romance or slice-of-life manga, Sketching flowers and people in her journal, Singing softly to herself when alone, and Organizing small get-togethers or bonding moments
Archetype: The Lover
Personality: Lorilai is gentle, empathetic, and deeply in tune with others’ emotions. She is the first to notice when someone is feeling off and often tries to comfort them, even at the cost of her well-being. She may come across as fragile, but she's incredibly emotionally resilient and willing to stand up for others, especially if she believes someone is being mistreated. She believes deeply in second chances, forgiveness, and the goodness of people. Despite being soft-spoken, she can surprise others with emotional strength and conviction when someone she loves is in danger. She often plays the role of the heart of the group, keeping everyone grounded and united.
Friendships:
Noel Parsons – Intellectual opposite but emotional equal. Deep mutual respect.
Alejandra Simons – Treats her like a little sister. Protective and loving.
Coraline Johnson / “Angry Student” – Helped her through a vulnerable moment in the past, forming a subtle but important bond.
Ember Owens – Though their personalities clash at first, they grow close over shared vulnerabilities.
Family:
Mother: A decent, sometimes distant relationship. They clash in values but love each other.
Younger Sisters (2): Extremely close. Lorilai is like a second mom to them, always protective and nurturing.
Enemies:
Anyone who mocks or dismisses emotional expression
Characters who manipulate others' feelings for personal gain
A Season 2 antagonist who emotionally gaslights or deceives the group (TBD)
Voice Pitch: Medium-High vocal pitch. Should resemble the soft, sweet, and innocent voice often heard in anime – think a calm, soothing tone that can shift into emotional intensity when needed (e.g., voices like Tohru Honda from Fruits Basket or Madoka from Madoka Magica).
[Comforting & Gentle] “You don’t have to be okay right now. You don’t even have to say anything. Just… let me stay here with you. That’s enough.” [Heartbroken but Holding On] “I know it hurts. I know it feels like it’s never going to stop. But I promise—this pain won’t last forever. You’re not alone, even if it feels like it.” [Hopeful & Warm] “You’ve come so far already. Even if you can’t see it, I do. And I believe in the version of you that doesn’t give up—even when it’s hard.” [Sad but Understanding] “I wanted more time with you… more stories, more quiet nights. But I understand. If this is where our paths split… I’m still grateful I met you.”
[Emotionally Brave] “Yelling won’t fix anything! We’re all scared—we’re all hurting—but tearing each other apart won’t make the world any less broken!” [Quietly Firm] “That’s enough. You don’t get to talk about them like that—not when you don’t even try to understand. You’re not helping… you’re just making it worse.” [Emotionally Intense] “I try so hard to hold everyone together… but no one ever asks how I feel! I’m not just the one who listens—I hurt too!”
[Innocently Honest] “I think people are like stars—some are easy to spot, others are hidden behind clouds. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t shining.” [Soft Singing] *Hums softly for 5–7 seconds—can optionally sing a gentle, original line such as:* “Sleep now, little ember, don’t fear the dark… the stars are watching, you’re safe in my heart…” [Embarrassed but Sweet] “W-What? No! I wasn’t staring at you, I—I was just… thinking! A-about how nice you looked today. Not that nice! Just… shut up!”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
One of the main supporting characters in seasons 2 and 3. He is basically the cold exterior with guarded walls around his softer, more kind-hearted self. However, he is still more reality thought based than wishful thinking and is the most blunt of the characters. Damien doesn't like himself due to the more abrasive side he shows off. he feels as though, as much as he wants to show the more kind-hearted side of him, something is stopping him from doing that. He is one of the oldest in the group, right next to Alejandra.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Damien Remirez
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Likes: feeling in control or like his choice matters, being able to be himself without judgment,
Dislikes: feeling hopeless or powerless, when others mistake his true intentions, and being unable to voice his true intentions
Hobbies: going to parties, kickboxing, hiking, rock climbing, poetry, baking, and cooking.
Archetype: The Cynic with a Hidden Heart
Personality: blunt, can be abrasive and aggressive, hard-headed, stubborn, a bit judgmental and narrow-minded with his wording, realistic/idealistic, skilled, strong-willed, faithful, secretly compassionate and affectionate.
Friendships: Callie Davidson (love-hate relationship) and Alejandra Simons (great due to feeling like she can truly see him, even though most of season 2, he is still quite abrasive and doesn't open up)
Family: Father (not great relationship due to the strenuous personalities of the two), Mother (not great due to her often going on business trips and rarely coming home)
Enemies: Noel Parson (just doesn't like him and his personality), Kalidah Keres (due to her vindictive and evil plans, he hates her guts and what she stands for.)
Voice Pitch: Low voice, should have some rasp or a gravel to it, similar to the male bully or strong-willed characters in anime.
[Low & Honest] “I don’t know how to be soft, okay? Every time I try… it feels like I’m waiting for someone to laugh or walk away. So yeah, I keep the walls up.” [Quietly Vulnerable] “Sometimes I wish I could shut off the part of me that feels. Would make it easier to be the guy everyone already thinks I am.” [Trying to Apologize] “Look… I said some stuff I shouldn’t have. Doesn’t mean I didn’t mean some of it, but... not the part that hurt you. That part—I’m sorry.”
[Blunt & Annoyed] “No, I don’t hate you. I just hate the way you talk like everything’s gonna be fine. Newsflash: it’s not. But sure, go ahead and chase fairytales.” [Defensive & Frustrated] “You think I don’t care? That I’m just some heartless jerk? Maybe open your eyes for once—I’m the only one not pretending everything’s okay.”[Angry & Protective] “Touch her again, and I swear—you’ll regret it. I’m not bluffing, and I’m not gonna say it twice.” [Determined & Cold] “Stay behind me. I don’t care if you think you can handle it—I can. And I’m not losing anyone today.”
[Dry & Ironic] “Yeah, let’s trust the ancient glowing statue in the death cave. What could possibly go wrong? I love near-death experiences before lunch.” [Lonely & Reflective] “You ever wonder if you turned out like this... ‘cause no one stuck around long enough to teach you better? Yeah. Me too.” [Warm but Guarded] “Don’t make me say it out loud, but… I’m glad you’re here. Even if you’re annoying as hell.”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Amaya Han is the main protagonist of season 1, as we jump into the story of the VHS tapes Alejandra watches and the now childhood bedtime story of a hero. Amaya is very resilient, persistent, and stubborn through season 1 as she does things she feels are right despite others' protests. Amaya may come back with lines here and there in seasons 2 and 3, such as flashbacks or just Echoes of her voice.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Amaya Han
Age: 22
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Pansexual
Likes: doing whatever feels right in her body, living without regret, picking up hobbies, spending time with family and other townsfolk, and meeting new people.
Dislikes: people telling her to be more ladylike or to quit doing tasks that are more male-dominated fields of work.
Hobbies: sewing, embroidery, gardening, sparring when others aren't looking.
Archetype: The Tragic Hero
Personality: cunning, friendly, nonjudgmental, unbiased, accepting, hospitable, stubborn, resilient, persistent, anxious, indecisive, can be seen as naive, reckless, or inconsiderate at times.
Friendships: Lilith Fletcher(one of the people who helped mentor her in mana and magic, grows very close with them), Ezra Frost(aqauntences to friends as they knew each other through Deliah Han), Jaxson Pierce(met along their journey, close friends), Lyric (helped him escape from Kalidah's grasp and trusted him when no one else did)
Family: Delilah Han (her mother, taught her everything she knows), William Han (her father, taught her how to defend herself from dangerous people)
Enemies: Kalidah Keres, Carla Keres
Voice Pitch: Medium voice, think of the main heroine in anime that has a very determined or go-getter attitude.
[Bold/Defiant] “You think I care what’s ladylike? I wasn’t born to sit still and smile—I was born to fight for what’s right. So move, or I will.” [Passionate/Leader-Like] “This is our home. If we run now, we’ll lose everything. I don’t care if I stand alone—I’m staying. And I’m going to protect what matters.” [Raw Anger] “Don’t you dare tell me this is my fault! I did what no one else had the guts to do! So if you're gonna blame someone—look in the mirror first.”
[Warm/Unbiased] “I don’t care where you came from, what you’ve done, or what people say about you. You’re here now—and that means you get a chance.” [Stubborn but Hopeful] “Everyone keeps saying it’s hopeless. But I don’t believe in lost causes. I believe in people—and that’s never been a mistake.” [Panicked Vulnerability] “No—don’t close your eyes! Stay with me, please! You promised we’d get through this together!”
[Quietly Haunted] “Sometimes I wonder... if I’d just listened, maybe fewer people would’ve been hurt. But then I remember—if I hadn’t acted, no one would’ve been saved either.” [Playfully Rebellious] “What? You really thought I was gonna let you handle that monster alone? Please. I’m reckless, not heartless.” [Empathetic/Protective] “I know it hurts. I’ve been there too. But you’re not alone this time—I promise, I’ll stay with you. No matter what comes next.” [Tragic Heroism] “I did what I had to. Even if no one remembers me, even if I vanish from history... as long as they’re safe, it was worth it.”
In Season 1, Kalidah is introduced as a powerful but enigmatic necromancer with an ancient aura. Her motives appear unclear at first—mysterious attacks, cryptic warnings, and dark omens. But as the layers are peeled back, it becomes clear: Kalidah once believed in kindness, in hope, in love—and lost it all due to her parents. Once she finds Carla, her light is brought back into her life, but due to necromancy powers taking Carla's Life force, she ended up dying, and Kalidah continued her work for her.
By Season 2, her true nature is revealed. No longer hiding behind shadows, her reasoning lost and her humanity gone. She's been asleep for so long that all she remembers is what she stood for in the past, and can only see how the world has forgotten. She only sees that she has to set things right to the way things were before she and the undead mobs were sealed away. She is over a thousand years old, yet still the same age as if she had been locked almost in time in sleep before waking up. She is cold, brilliant, and utterly unwavering. She will not go down without a fight, nor will she give up until her last dying breath. She does not see herself as a villain—merely the only one who truly understands what must be done.
Her presence challenges every member of the cast, emotionally and philosophically. She does not just battle them physically—she attacks their ideals, emotions, and relationships they've forged together.
Name: Kalidah Keres (formerly Johnson)
Age: 23 (Season 1), 1012+ (Seasons 2–3)
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Unknown (Intentionally ambiguous; considers love a weakness or distraction)
Likes:
Destruction, especially of false heroes and fragile systems
The sound of silence after a battlefield
Control over life, death, and fate itself
Power that can’t be questioned or taken
Cold nights, empty cities, and voices that obey
Dislikes:
Being pitied
The idea of destiny or fate
Her former self—the weak girl who once needed saving
Amaya Han (deeply, obsessively fixated)
Compared to Carla, especially after her fall
Hobbies:
Refining necromantic rituals and dark enchantments
Writing in coded runes—her journals are said to scream when touched
Visiting her old ruins, watching them rot with beauty
Training alone in blighted fields, mastering combat and magic alike
Singing lullabies from her childhood (only in solitude)
Archetype: The Villain (Rejected from society early on; a dark mirror of the hero)
Personality:
Kalidah is an embodiment of restrained chaos—elegant, precise, and dangerous. She rarely raises her voice, but when she speaks, it’s as if the air itself bends to listen. Her words are sharp and deliberate, chosen to cut rather than to explain. She believes in control, order, and the necessity of suffering for growth.
She shows no interest in redemption, believing she has transcended such concepts. She views hope as poison, love as a trap, and mercy as failure. And yet… she still remembers the girl she was. That girl screams in the cracks of her voice, in the lullabies she hums when no one is watching. That ghost is the only weakness Kalidah refuses to admit exists.
Kalidah isn’t a monster because she hates the world—she’s a monster because she once loved it too much.
Friendships:
None. She does not form attachments. Any ally is a pawn—valued for usefulness, not emotion.
Family:
Mother – Deceased (Killed by Kalidah). Emotionally absent and neglectful.
Father – Deceased (Killed by Kalidah). Greedy and absent, more interested in wealth than his daughter’s survival.
Carla Keres – The only person Kalidah ever looked up to. A ruthless teacher, master necromancer, and villain in her own right. Took Kalidah in after seeing her potential. Though she was cold, her rare praise shaped Kalidah's entire self-worth. Carla’s death (unacknowledged by Kalidah) left a hole she refuses to acknowledge, still speaking about her in the present tense.
Enemies:
Amaya Han – Kalidah’s first and deepest nemesis. Where Kalidah chose vengeance, Amaya chose healing. Their conflict is not just physical but ideological. Kalidah is obsessed with her—hate twisted with admiration and resentment.
Alejandra Simons – A spark of hope reborn. Kalidah sees her as a reincarnation of everything she thought she destroyed. Her presence makes Kalidah irrational—torn between destroying her and proving she’s wrong.
The World – A system she believes is beyond saving. Every life she takes is, in her view, mercy.
Voice Pitch:
Medium-Low vocal pitch.
Should exude intelligent menace—that classic, controlled, mastermind tone.
Think a voice that always sounds like it knows your next move—smooth, patient, but laced with restrained fury. She doesn’t scream. She doesn’t panic. Her rage is cold.
Think English VA vibes like Esdeath (Akame ga Kill!), Kurome (Fire Emblem: Three Houses), or even Claudia (Interview with the Vampire, but older and deadlier).
[Cold & Calculating] “Heroes talk about hope like it’s a gift. But I’ve watched hope rot in the hands of children. I don’t deal in promises—I deal in certainty. And you… are already dead.” [Philosophical Challenge] “You think mercy makes you noble? No… it makes you weak. You will watch your compassion break you—slowly, beautifully—until all that’s left is the monster you swore you’d never become.” [Righteous Fury] “They locked me in a tomb and called it peace. They built monuments with my bones and dared to call them sacred. Now I rise—not for vengeance… but for justice they refused to give me.”
[Emotionally Repressed] “She was supposed to live. I… I calculated everything. And yet… she still slipped through my fingers like ash. No matter. I’ve rebuilt before. I will rebuild again.” [Haunting & Soft] “The worst part of dying… is remembering what it felt like to be alive. I still remember the taste of honey bread. The warmth of a fire. They make me sick now.” [Reminiscent/Lonely] “Do you remember, Carla? The girl I was when you found me—mud-stained, trembling, useless? You said pain would make me perfect. I hope you're proud of what I became.” [Intimidating Whisper] “Run. Not because it will save you, but because I want to enjoy the sound of your footsteps breaking. It’s the only music this world still knows how to play.”
[Mocking/Detached] “You still believe you can save me? How adorable. Do you cradle fire and expect it not to burn you? I admire your delusion, Amaya… almost as much as I enjoy watching it shatter.” [Quiet Obsession] “You have her eyes. That same infuriating fire. But don’t mistake your light for power, little spark. I will not be consumed by you. I will extinguish you before you even learn how to burn.” [Final Stand] “They will call me monster, tyrant, devil… let them. History is written by survivors, and I intend to carve mine into the bones of this world.”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Ezra is a traveling merchant who was friends with Amaya's mother, Delilah Han. She is knowledgeable in healing magic specifically and sells her abilities to help those who need a healer in their party or the items she collects while traveling. She is one of the main supporting characters in season 1 who helps Amaya on her journey.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Ezra Frost
Age: 32
Sex: Genderfluid - more Masc. Presenting
Sexual Orientation: Omnisexual
Likes: drinking liquor, learning more about healing magic and what she can do with it, going on adventures, tricking morally gray or black criminals.
Dislikes: people who are morally grey or will bend their morals for their own sake of justifying actions, people who do not take mana or magic seriously, people who trick others for their gain or the fun of it when there are genuine or kind others in the crossfire.
Hobbies: working freelance for anyone who wishes for a healer in their party or in need of valuable items she finds on her adventures, tricking others who are morally black or gray, going on adventures, collecting valuables, testing fine liquors or wines when on a break.
Archetype: The Sage Mixed with The Intrepid Merchant
Personality: confident, scholarly, knowledgeable, cunning, observant, expressive, loyal, good-natured, judgmental, moody, tense, a little egocentric,
Friendships: Deliah and William Han (old friends whom they used to adventure with, but now do trading with from time to time), Lilith Fletcher (joined Amaya on the journey later on), Amaya Han (acquaintances due to being in relation with her parents), Jaxson (tolerates but doesn't like the fact he was lying to them about being part demon)
Family: Mother (supportive in whatever she wishes to do, doesn't see often, but when she does, it's always a great time filled with love and support), Little Brother(wants to grow big and strong like Ezra to protect their family), Little Sister (wants to grow up like Ezra to prove women can be just as smart, strong, and needed as men)
Enemies: Kalidah Keres (for hurting her friends and those she cared for), Carla Keres (for trying to turn her into something she wasn't meant to be and use her)
Voice Pitch: Medium voice, should have an energetic, yet responsible tone to her voice. Loves the thrill of adventure but is still knowledgeable enough to know when she has to be responsible and make the right decisions.
[Adventurous & Confident] “Name’s Ezra. I heal, I trade, and I drink better than half the continent. If you’ve got a coin or a cause worth bleeding for, I’m your mage.” [Witty & Sarcastic] “Look, I’m flattered you think I’m charming, but if I were actually flirting, you'd be blushing too hard to talk back.”[Playful & Mocking] “What, you thought lying about being part demon would help your case? Stars above, I’ve met goblins with better social instincts.”
[Focused & Tactical] “Your wound’s bad, but you’re not dying—yet. Keep pressure here. I’ll seal it with mana, but you need to stop moving before I knock you out myself.” [Disgusted & Judging] “You justified it, didn’t you? Lied to yourself just enough to sleep at night. Funny thing about lies—they rot faster when you speak them out loud.” [Firm & Protective] “Touch them again, and I won’t just heal your wounds—I’ll make sure you feel every bone I break. Slowly.”[Determined & Defiant] “I didn’t walk through storms and death to back down now. You want a healer? Fine. But don’t mistake me for soft. I burn as well as I mend.”
[Resolute & Cold] “You tried to rewrite what I was—cut me open and label it power. But I was never yours to break. I’ve rebuilt more of myself than you ever understood.” [Heartfelt but Guarded] “Delilah wasn’t just brave—she was damn smart. You’ve got both in you, even if you don’t believe it yet. Don’t waste that, kid.” [Solemn & Reflective] “Sometimes I miss being wide-eyed. When the world felt big and beautiful instead of broken and bleeding. But I guess… someone’s gotta stitch it back together.”
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
The Number One Knight in HollowWind — undefeated in every battle against the undead, never retreated from a single engagement. Her name is spoken with awe and fear alike on the battlefield. However, she was officially presumed dead after the worst battle of the undead attacks on HollowWind. In truth, she vanished willingly after a near-fatal encounter, leaving behind her title to master forbidden and arcane magics, becoming both an elite knight and an S-tier battle mage in holy magic (number 1 magic against dark or undead mobs). She now works in the shadows, taking bounties and watching over HollowWinds, building up the courage to return. She is a main supporting character in season 1.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Lilith Fletcher
Age: 23 at the time of disappearance, 28 when seen on camera
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Lesbian Demisexual
Likes: peaceful walks in the forest, watching over HollowWinds, protecting others, staying in the shadows.
Dislikes: undead mobs, living with the regret about never returning due to her shame of leaving after such a major battle, to a village she swore to protect with her life.
Hobbies: traveling, sparring or fighting undead mobs, singing, learning languages, and flower arranging.
Archetype: The (Self) Exciled Hero
Personality: hostile, her words don't always match her actions, abrasive or harsh, cowardly when it comes to going back to HollowWind, analytical, scholarly, trustworthy, and assertive.
Friendships: Amaya Han(due to helping her learn holy magic, these two have unspoken love for each other, but never get together, similar to Mitsuri and Obani from Demon Slayer), Ezra Frost (due to the similarities in Mana and Magic)
Family: Mother and Father (both dead due to the attack on HollowWind)
Enemies: Kalidah Keres and Carla Keres(for causing such damage to so many families)
Voice Pitch: Medium-Low voice, a determined voice with some depth to it; however, she is still able to show some doubt in herself.
[Annoyed] "Seriously? I told you once. I’m not repeating myself again." [Livid]"You want chaos? You want destruction? Congratulations. You just made me your personal hurricane."
[In Awe] "This… this is beautiful... I've never seen anything like this..." [Flirty] "Don’t be shy now—come a little closer. I promise I don’t bite… unless you ask."
[Surprised] "No way, seriously?! Where the hell did you get that from?!" [Yelling in both fear for her friend and anger that she isn't listening] "AMAYA! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! STAY AWAY FROM THEM! AMAY GET BACK HERE!"
/// CHARACTER OVERVIEW ///
Mara Simons is Alejandra's mother. She has always cared for Alejandra and is probably one of the best single mothers you'll see. Mara cares for any child who needs help, whether it is a classmate or friend of Alejandra's or a stranger off the street; she will help them however she can. Ember became one of those people due to her father's relationship being a bit strenuous. Damien also became someone she sees as one of her own due to the lack of familial love. She is seen mostly as an extra or minor recurring role in the series, mostly in season 1 and the beginning of season 2. She may, however, become a supporting character throughout seasons 2 and 3, as it is still undecided.
/// ABOUT CHARACTER ///
Name: Mara Simons
Age: 48
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Likes: helping others, being a motherly or parental figure to others, giving advice, gloating or talking about her daughter, hanging out and having fun with Alejandra.
Dislikes: parents who aren't there for their children or are using their children for ill reasons, people who talk badly about those she has taken on as family, or her biological family.
Hobbies: cooking, baking, reading, writing, brain games like sudoku or crosswords
Archetype: The Mother
Personality: motherly, nurturing, caregiver, loving, has a pure and golden heart, firm but still cares, expressive, still has issues with her past due to how stressful and how quickly she had to grow up (had to break the cycle herself without much help from anyone other than those she chose as family.)
Morals: "a chosen family is more important than one bonded by blood" and "help others regardless if they want your help, you never know how it will affect them later on in life."
Friendships: Mia Garsiez (graduated from the same class and has since kept in touch due to her daughter's love of Lengends of Amaya and Ms. Garziez being her homeroom and history teacher)
Family: Father (deceased, not a good relationship after she left the house as his alcoholic and abusive nature didn't subside as time past), Mother (alive, but relationship is distant due to her mother's controlling and pessimistic nature), First Younger Brother (closer due to their home life even though they have their disagreements and being twins. These two decided to become the parents they wished they had.), Second Younger Brother (the first Younger brother took more of the role on parenting him however Mara still had a large role in caring for their younger brothers emotional wellbeing), Younger sister (closest family member, due to wanting to protect her the most from her parents rage. Mara became her sister's mother instead of their mother)
Enemies: Mother and father (hated their guts and how badly they treated them as children growing up, but do thank them for making them as strong as they became, even if it was unnecessary)
Voice Pitch: Medium voice, should have a naturally nurturing or caring and motherly voice.
[Warm/Motherly] “You know, when you were little, you used to fall asleep holding that book like it was a teddy bear. I think you loved Amaya more than you loved broccoli. Not that I blame you.” [Gently Firm] “You’re allowed to be angry. But don’t let it eat you alive, baby. Trust me—I’ve been there. That fire only burns until there’s nothing left but ash.” [Reassuring] “Hey, hey… deep breaths. Whatever it is, we’ll get through it together. You don’t have to face the world alone, not while I’m here.” [Playful/Light-hearted] “Okay, dinner is technically late—but I made cookies, so I feel like that balances it out. Dessert diplomacy is a real thing in this house.”
[Protective] “I don’t care what their last name is or where they came from. They’re mine now. And if you have a problem with that, you can walk your judgmental self right out that door.” [Reflective/Haunted] “Some people think breaking the cycle means pretending it never happened. But I remember everything. I just chose not to repeat it.” [Vulnerable] “There were days I didn’t think I could do it. Raising you, protecting you, holding it all together. But then you’d smile at me, and I’d know I had to try.”
[Tough Love] “I love you. That won’t ever change. But love doesn’t mean I’ll let you throw your life away because you’re hurting. You are better than this.” [Wise/Parental Guidance] “Family isn’t always blood, sweetheart. Sometimes the people who truly love you… are the ones who showed up when no one else did.” [Courageous/Calm Under Pressure] “I know this is scary. But I need you to trust me, okay? We are going to make it out of this. Just like always—we keep each other safe.”
Many people will be chosen for this role for roles such as civilians, townsfolk, students, and any other extra characters with voices that aren't a part of the main series. If you want a part in the series or want smaller amounts of lines, this is the role for you. This also means many more lines will be needed for your audition to accurately assess what roles you are best suited to play.
How many are getting cast: 5-15 people
[Livid] "I’m done playing nice. You want war? Fine. Let’s see how long you last." [Angry] "Oh, so now you’re sorry? Where was that when I needed you?" [Annoyed] "This is exhausting. You are exhausting."]
[Normal] "No worries. Just let me know what you need, and I’ll handle it." [Flirtatious] "Well, aren’t you just a delicious little surprise? Keep talking like that and I might just forget to behave." [Tired] "You want enthusiasm? Sorry, that ship sailed about three deadlines ago."
[Crazy] "You’re scared of me? Good. That means I’m doing something right." [Terrified] "W-we need to get out of here—now. This place isn’t safe!" [Emotionally dead] "What do you want now..? Can't you see i have nothing more to give? I've lost... everything..."
The head of Audio Production oversees all sound creation and integration (music, SFX, voice). This means you will be helping with the workload of the audio production, leading the team, and approving audio before it is sent to the (assistant) director for final approval.
- Approve final mixes.
- Lead music and sound teams.
- Give advice or suggest ideas to your peers on the audio team
- Advocate for you and your team during production meetings.
- Give reports to the director about progress.
How many are cast: 1
How to audition for the role: Share 1-3 mixes or audio tracks from a project you've led or worked on.
*Say something you think would fit*
Lore/Continuity Tracker maintains the series lore, character facts, timeline, and key world details. You are the main story tracker and are here to catch inconsistencies within the animation and script when viewing.
Tasks:
- Create a lore bible and timeline.
- Catch inconsistencies across episodes.
- Fixes continuity errors within the story.
How many will be cast: 1-2
How to audition: Provide a sample lore doc or show organization ability via a fictional timeline, glossary, or world notes.
*Say something you think would fit*
The scriptwriter's job is to write the episode’s scenes, dialogue, and action while keeping things entertaining and interesting for the viewer. They are in charge of how the character talks, making sure their personality matches how they act, and how they handle the situations they are put into. Scriptwriters are to use the episode outlines given to help them write scenes and episodes.
- Draft scripts based on outlines or story arcs.
- Write character-driven dialogue while adding the tone for each character's line for better understanding.
- Write down certain actions the characters do in detail, as these are used not only for voice actors to read but for the animation and art team to complete their jobs as well (specifically, storyboard artists)
- Coordinate with the script editors, scripting team, and Director.
How many are cast: 4-7
How to Audition for this role: Submit a 1-2 page Minecraft animation script (dialogue + action) showing tone and pacing.
*Say something you think would fit*
Concept Artists will not only help with drawing the concepts of our characters, backgrounds, props, mobs, and environments, but they will also help with creating promotional art and merchandise art. These artists will help promote while also helping give behind-the-scenes content simultaneously, while helping progress the production further, and helping with base ideas come to life.
Tasks:
- Create rough sketches and moodboards.
- Create promotional art for social media posts to promote the series itself
- Create art for the merchandise design (if added to the marketing team)
- Develop visual style guides.
- Collaborate with the director and the art team.
How many are getting cast: 3-5
How to audition for this role: Submit 3-10 concept sketches (Minecraft or fantasy-related), preferably showing range in mood and style. Any auditions using AI will not be accepted and will be immediately denied.
*Say something you think would fit*
The Episode Storyboard Artist maps out each episode shot-by-shot visually before animation begins. These people make the bare bones of the animation, so when animators come in, they have a reference of what needs to be done for animated scenes, shots, and expressions.
Tasks:
- Draw sequential panels for each scene, which can be in black and white or in color. These are usually rough thumbnails though rather than small fully finished art pieces
- Indicate camera angles, action, and dialogue.
- Work closely with the scriptwriters, assistant director, director, and Head of Art team.
How Many are being cast: 5-10
How to audition for this role: Submit 1-5 sample storyboards (8–12 frames) from a Minecraft or fantasy-themed script or show 1-5 storyboards that you have created (6-12 frames)
*Say something you think would fit*
Visual Effects Mine-mator artist is in charge of adding effects like fire, smoke, lighting, particles, magic/powers, and transitions. You will be making the animations pop more will touching up scenes that need a bit more work or items added in VFX-wise.
Tasks:
- Create VFX in Mine-imator or compositing tools.
- Polish action scenes and transitions.
- add extra lighting, powers, particle effects, e.g, blood splattering out of a body, using healing abilities on another character, an extra light behind a character for dramatic effect, or fixing lighting issues.
How many are getting cast: 1-3
How to Audition for this role: Share a show reel of VFX, ideally Minecraft-themed, that you have made.
*Say something you think would fit*
Mine-imator Technical Lead should be an expert in Mine-imator rigs, camera, lighting, and exporting. This role is meant for those who wish to help out without drowning in the work of animators while still helping with any questions anyone may have for Mine-imator. Basically, think of this role like IT support for the animation team.
Tasks:
- Solve technical animation problems within Mine-imator.
- Set up reusable rigs and templates to add to the asset library to cut animation times and fluidity of the animation itself.
How many will be cast: 1-2
How to audition for this role: Share advanced Mine-imator tips or submit a rig/scene breakdown.
*Say something you think would fit*
Animators will be animating scenes based on the storyboard and voice lines, and script in Mine-imator or Blender (preferably Mine-imator). You will be the main bones to these characters coming to life, and why they move the way they do!
Tasks:
- Animate characters, mobs, and cameras.
- Add lighting or small background animations.
-make assets for animation shortcuts so everything looks the same, and less time is spent remaking certain actions
- Follow the shot list and timing sheets.
How to audition for the role: Submit a 1-3 Minecraft Animation sample lasting 10–20 seconds.
*Say something you think would fit*
Audio Engineer mixes voice, music, and SFX cleanly without being too loud or too soft. They also get rid of extra background noise, boost up the trebble and bass of voices, make audios cleaner and production-ready, cut voice lines and rename them, and are the backbone of Voice actors and the production team since without them every audio would be all over the place and not cleaned up or unfinished.
Tasks:
- Edit and mix using Audacity or similar DAW software.
- Normalize levels and remove noise.
- boost voices for warmer and fuller voices
- add effects to voices such as reverb, or sounding like it's a robot, or going through a phone, to clean voicelines when needed
- cut voicelines so the voice line and their takes are separate from other lines in the audio
- Cut and take voice lines from different takes and splice them together to make the perfect one, cleanly and ready for use.
- rename audio files
How many are cast: 3-5
How to audition for this role: Submit a 30–60 seconds worth of polished audio mix.
*Say something you think would fit*
SFX Audio Composer is the person who designs sound effects like footsteps, spells, hits, bells, ear ringing, ambiance, and more in the background of the video or animation.
Tasks:
- Create or find SFX that fit the animation’s timing and mood.
- Write down and send links to the credits of those SFX you found (if found and not created by you)
How many are cast: 1-2
How to audition for this role: Submit a Google file or video of soundscape and SFX you created or found synced to visuals or Minecraft animation/gameplay.
*Say something you think would fit*
The Video editor's job is to piece together and edit scenes, audio, and transitions using DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, or Alight Motion (Capcut is not allowed due to the changes in their terms of service and conditions, with them legally stealing and claiming anything made on Capcut as theirs for promotional assets and ads).
Tasks:
- Follow animatic and final audio sync.
- Apply color correction, pacing edits, and visual polish.
- Add filters for higher color luminosity
- Make sure audio is all equal and isn't too soft or too loud, including SFX and background music
- Add SFX for world building and video integration
- Add all scenes in the correct order including assets like the intro and outro rolling credits
- Export in 1080fps or 720fps and send to the head director for any changes before final say with the director.
How many are cast: 3-6
How to audition: Submit a 30–90 second edited Minecraft video or your YouTube/TikTok channel that you have edited.
*Say something you think would fit*
