Phase Two!
Phase Two of casting calls is ongoing. I would like to invite anyone who did not receive a role in the first round to audition for the second!
https://cstng.cc/projects/guardians-of-elaria-audio-drama-phase-one-copy
Check out Phase Two here >> https://cstng.cc/projects/guardians-of-elaria-audio-drama-phase-one-copy
"In the time before time..."
I've been a big fan of the Bionicle story for as long as I can remember and have made countless stories in my head of my own set in that universe.
This is an original story of my own loosely Inspired by the Toa Mata and their exploits to protect the Matoran and island of Mata Nui. The characters aren't Biomechanical but do control the elements and will gain items of power to do battle with a being of Darkness.
I've been writing and creating stories for the last few years and have decided to try my hand at putting together something in an audio format.
The Guardians of Elaria will follow the titular heroes, one short story/episode for each member of the group in various portions of time. I want to work on the introduction to the setting and the first four stories to begin with and then go from there. I'll either send out another casting call or I might update this one when it comes time to go to the next ones.
Please have a discord account as I will be setting up a server to manage the project from.
I'll be handling the compiling of the audio and have most of the writing complete.
Phase Two of casting calls is ongoing. I would like to invite anyone who did not receive a role in the first round to audition for the second!
https://cstng.cc/projects/guardians-of-elaria-audio-drama-phase-one-copy
Thank you all for wanting to lend your voices to these characters! I will say that it is tricky to go through and choose between some of these! I'll have things narrowed down and send messages in the next day or so to those who are selected.
Once again, if you aren't chosen, I will have more roles for other parts in the future, so stay tuned! I'll likely put out a separate casting call when that comes but I will post an update to this one as well.
While the "deadline" wasn't necessarily a hard-set goal, I will likely start going through the auditions and narrowing down the roles starting next week.
If you are selected, congrats! You'll receive a message here and an invite to a discord server.
If you are not selected, stay tuned... you may still have an opportunity in the future! Stay tuned!
Lastly, the Artist role is still open, so I will likely leave the project open for the time being.
So the listing expires in three days... I'm still relatively new to using this platform, but I presume it means it will be more difficult to find in the search?
Anyways, there are still no auditions for an Artist and for a voice for Aera. If you've auditioned for any other roles and think you could potentially fill others, try it out!
The listing deadline is a week and a half away, but the actual deadline is merely a suggestion!
I'm happy to see all the auditions coming in. It's going to be difficult to chose for some of these! On a related note, if you aren't chosen for a role, keep hanging around as there will be others in the future! Or the chance of shuffling people for other roles if you're willing.
This role comprises of the more narrative parts of the story and any non-dialogue lines.
Say something that you think would fit.
Looking for a creative artist to help bring this fantasy world to life. I have descriptions for characters and settings and am eager to collaborate with the right person to refine and enhance these visuals.
There’s no specific art style required—just a strong sense of fantasy aesthetics and the ability to translate ideas into compelling illustrations. If you enjoy breathing life into unique characters and immersive worlds, I'd love to see your work!
Show me what you've got! (See the page for Phase Two to apply for this role!)
*Say something you think would fit*
The literally hot-headed fire-weilder of the group. Arin is more often than not the "blast it with fire first, ask questions later" type, though he is trying to be better about that. On the flip side he is one of the most courageous of the team and is ready to do whatever it takes to protect his home.
If I had to guess, I would say that is a Spirit Stone.
[Smug] Looks like your friend just needed a little spark.
[Danger incoming] Looks like we’ve overstayed our welcome.
The only Oracle of Elaria, she guides the people and the Guardians through the passage of time. She may also have a hand in making sure "prophecies" come to pass, but that's neither here nor there.
Correct. You are here for your spirit and your will to be tested in the fires of the Molten Well.
Your energy as a Guardian will awaken them, and they will test your resolve. Prove your authority and they will hold the balance while she works.
You ask the same questions each time we speak, child. And yet, you already know the answer.
The Guardian of Water, Lysara is one of the most level-headed of the group. While she is still learning to master her element, she is still ready to do what she must.
I only just became the Guardian of Water. How am I expected to stop some great evil?
[Stressing] Kiri, this isn’t just another game of ‘Catch the Minnow’. The caves below the shrine are dangerous and unforgiving.
Be safe: the waters may test us both.
Down to earth (pun obviously intended), Kael just wants to protect his Forest home. He is the strongest of the Guardians in his connection to his element and also the kindest of them.
[Firm] I am the one who protects this Forest. I'll have to ask you to not cast any more flames before you set my home ablaze.
We are fellow Guardians, I would hope that kinship would allow for some trust in quests such as this?
[Urgent] We need to protect the Heart… and find out how to heal it.
Kiri is an adventurous kid who looks up to Lysara, hoping to one day go on her own quests. Little does she know that she still has a part in the grand scheme of things.
[Excited] Lysara! You’re back! How was the reef?
You mean... you need me because I won't disrupt the balance?
[Confident] I’ll be fine. Ever since you became the Guardian I’ve wanted to do something too and this is my chance.
Light-hearted but resolved to do what she must. Aera knows what she is capable of and wants to prove it to the rest of the team.
[playful] And you know that I can't always wait until nightfall to see you! A Guardian needs her beauty sleep every once in a while!
[resolved] I am going to the Whispering Forest to try to see what message the winds are trying to carry from there. Maybe I'll come across the other Guardians along the way.
You're lucky he isn't down here, though he probably heard you just the same… He is a Great Beast, not a pet.
Nivarin is one of the oldest living creatures on Elaria. He is a huge snow-white owl and a wise companion and ally to Aera. He speaks in an ancient language that may sound like typical animal noises and only those who pay close enough attention can understand.
You know better than to wake a sleeping predator, little one…
Trust me, little fledgling, they all have their own worries, but you all have hearts that together will bind you fast with one another.
She is eager to prove herself to her people and to her fellow Guardians. You would be wise to give her a chance and develop a bond with those you are destined to join forces with.”