L4N-X (emergency recasting for LEAD CHARACTER)

L4N-X (emergency recasting for LEAD CHARACTER)

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Natalie Wren is your typical college drop-out. She has no idea where her life is going, until one day when she suddenly gets spirited away to outer space by a talking cat that may be the most powerful weapon in the universe: the L4N-X.

 Along with a ragtag crew of space pirates, the only human in spacefaring society and the bioweapon in a cat's body travel the galaxies on far-out adventures, scouring the known universe for clues to an ancient alien race while avoiding the overreaching but inept intergalactic government and a fringe terrorist group that wants the L4N-X for their own nefarious purposes.

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What is this?

L4N-X is an upcoming Space Opera audio dramedy that is equal parts parody/comedy and deep, dramatic storytelling. The show parodies many common science fiction tropes (and common tropes from other genres as well), but treats the genre(s) with love and affection. This has been a production many years in the making with a few false starts, but I am committed to seeing it through. Currently season one's script is in progress and slated to have more than 20 episodes (many of which are scripted and ready for voices), with a second season in the planning stages. Each episode is roughly 10-20 minutes long.

The show, while having a very silly premise, is intended for mature audiences and includes (but is not limited to): profuse swearing, references to torture, depictions of violence, and sexual innuendo. You will NEVER have to voice a scene depicting graphic sex or torture of any kind. The topics are only mentioned and are never acted upon, at least no more than the listener implies with their own imagination.

Currently we are only seeking one (1) emergency recasting for the MAIN CHARACTER, Natalie Wren. I originally played this character myself, but have recently realized that I am not the right fit for the role.

There will be many roles to fill as the episodes are released and the story progresses, so look out for new auditions continuously!

Will you pay me?

Yes! Please bear in mind that this is not yet professional level and I am not a rich producer type, all payment will be made out of my own pocket. Payment will be as follows:


  • Bit parts (1-5 lines) will be paid $5.

  • Secondary characters (single arc characters, bit parts over 5 lines, etc.) will be paid $1 per line or $5 per episode, whichever is higher.

  • Main characters (the protagonists, space pirates, and main villains) will be paid $1 per line or $10 per episode, whichever is higher.

Payments will be made via paypal, venmo, or whatever the actor's preferred method upon receiving completed lines and retakes.

Should the production ever be monetized via Kickstarter, Patreon, CDs, etc., you will be compensated further for your time at more professional rates. This can be negotiated if/when it happens.

What should I do?

I prefer .wav, but auditions can be in any format as long as I can clearly hear you. Auditions with large amounts of background noise or "fuzz" will not be considered.

You are encouraged to audition for multiple parts if you have the vocal range, and will be compensated accordingly if you are cast as more than one character.

Remember that this is a 20+ episode series with a second season already being planned. If you cannot commit to a long-term project, please do not apply for a major recurring role.


If you have discord, great! We have a server waiting for you! If not, that is ok too. It is not required to be a part of the show.


Thank you for auditioning!

~Asher Tully Paulson, a.k.a. tickyhead

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  • A major THANK YOU! (also some info)

    I just want to say THANK YOU SO MUCH to everyone who has auditioned so far, and everyone who will audition in the future! I never expected to get this kind of turnout, I'm so surprised and honored that so many people are interested in being a part of this project. Also, someone (finally) asked how to pronounce things, which I probably should have explained before. Whoops. So, here it goes: Ossaka = AWS-ah-kah Leikerra = lay-CARE-ah Forzajh = FOR-zaj (with a soft J/G sound like corsage, luge, etc.) Orvarhd = OR-varrd Baltyre Xarphan = BALL-tire ZAR-fan If you pronounced something wrong in your audition, no worries! It's my fault for not giving you proper direction. Thank you once again everyone, --Mary
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Natalie Wren
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: DreamCatcherGS

The human protagonist. Late teens to early twenties. A regular college dropout with a lack of direction in life. Becomes involved in intergalactic political struggles when she picks Lanx up off the street. Naive but strong-willed. Often curious and asks a lot of questions. A little bit of a tomboy. Sounds younger and more naive than she really is.

Higher voice (high alto to soprano) preferred.

  • “All I want is a little bit of...not this. Excitement, adventure! Hell, I’ll just settle for a raise. C’mon life! Just give me something! <beat> Yeah, I figured as much.”


    (whining)  “But I’m so booored. <beat> And I’m staaarving. <beat> And it took forever to figure out the damn bathroom. <beat> And they won’t let us oooout.”

  • (dejected) “Even if it’s just programming, it’s nice that you care. <beat> at least someone does. <beat> Lanx...Lanx isn’t coming to get me, is he? None of them are.”

  • (mumbling to herself, flustered) “Oh my god oh my god oh my god. <beat> Did that really just happen? Did he...did he ask me to be his girlfriend? Do aliens even have that kind of concept? <beat> Oh man, this is way too fast. We barely know each other! <beat> I mean, he is nice and all. <beat> and he said that my asexuality was ok. <beat> maybe it’ll work. Maybe it’ll work? <beat> no no no no no what am I thinking? He’s an alien. An alien from an alien military on an alien planet. If any of his superiors found out about me they’d probably take me away and dissect me or something. <beat> What if he deserts them for me? Then we’d have the kindred, and the IGC, and the kerthas military after us...that’s too much!”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Captain "B"
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: adoxographist

The adventurous captain. Real name unknown as most folks either call her “Captain,” “ma’am,” or “B.” Actively seeks out dangerous situations in the name of “adventure,” much to her crewmates’ chagrin. She means well however, and sees her crew as her own family. Speaks forcefully and with exuberance. May actually be royalty of some kind in disguise like y' do.

Medium to low alto preferred.

  • (triumphant laugh) Coalition scum! The free citizens of the cosmos won’t idly stand by whilst you pick new peoples to oppress! We’ve come to pilfer the goods you’re using for your nefarious deeds!

  • You stifle that blasphemy right now. This ship may not have all the bells and whistles, but she’s a good vessel that cares for her crew as much as her captain does.

  • Different colored hair, skin, and eyes? Humans are so freaky looking. Like...mutated mutants. Ew.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Ossaka
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: BrookeMorganVA

 The spaced out navigator. Possibly just not all there. Despite her tendency to speak strangely, space out, or ramble, she can navigate the skies with an almost scary attention to detail. May be smarter than she appears. Speaks with a melodic half-whisper.

All voice types will be considered.

  • Oh, no, it’s not the ship that’s in the way. The ship is making some kind of shield or net thing in a large area around the orbiting station’s exit. It’s messing with the navigation controls and would probably kill all the power on the ship. It’s even got a presence in the woobly space so we couldn’t jump out even if we wanted to, which we really wouldn’t this close to the station because that would cause some major bad interference anyway.

  • Wow, what did you guys do? Did you find some kind of magical "that was so not expectable at all" machine that lets you travel in sparkles? <beat> Can I have one?

  • Looks like they think we're the people we aren't, instead of the ones we actually are.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Birder
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

The apathetic first mate. Mostly keeps to himself though he seems overly protective of B. His large stature more than makes up for his lack of speech when it comes to keeping the crew in line. Speaks very little, and when he does it is straight to the point. Uncaring on the outside, fiercely loyal on the inside. May actually be B's royal bodyguard.

Medium to low tenor or baritone voice preferred.

  • OK folks, settle down. Just going to take a few things, we’ll be out of your hands before the coalition goons even get here. Don’t make trouble and you don’t get hurt.

  • We don't actually have a "brig," as the captain puts it. Door doesn’t even lock. Just don't try to leave next time we dock and you should be fine. Welcome to the Nightmare Circuit.

  • (most of Birder's "lines" are various grunts and sighs rather than words. Give me your best sounds for the following: approving, exasperated, indifferent, amused.)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Leikerra
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

The seductress. Rank 2 of the Kindred, known for using persuasion, blackmail, and dirty tactics to get the job done. Has an appreciation for the finer things in life. A very smooth talker. Dislikes Forzajh because he’s so vulgar, and Orvarhd because he’s pulling her strings.

Low to medium alto voice preferred.

  • He’s late...again. My General, I know you sent Forzajh for a reason, but he isn’t exactly the smartest of the pack. His one-track mind might have gotten him--

  • I doubt he will be necessary, my General.

  • Sir, yes sir!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Orvarhd
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

The Big Bad. Founder, leader and mastermind of the Kindred. Calm and collected on the outside; intense, driven, and merciless on the inside. Possibly a sociopath, if not entirely psychopathic. Views other species as little more than cattle to be slaughtered. Speaks with a commanding voice. May have been driven to the brink of madness from family troubles.

Low baritone voice preferred.

  • Brigadier General Forzajh. Where is the bioweapon? You do have it, correct?

  • Work however you choose, the means are irrelevant as long as they are efficient. Forzajh will join you when his ship has been repaired, provided the bioweapon has not already been captured by then.

  • (frustrated sigh) That boy is trying my patience…(beat) as is that thing. If it continues to evade capture I may have to try another approach...

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
BX09 2519-87
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

 An android. While it’s built for interpersonal relations and service, it only understands basic emotional concepts and social cues, which leads to some odd situations. It responds to masculine terms (“he,” “his,” etc.). Voice should be fairly monotone, but also calming.

  • A pleasure to meet you, miss. I am BX09 unit 2519-87, social and labor android from Baltyre Xarphan industries. And what would your name be?

  • You do not look very happy. I should not have left you. I apologize. Please forgive me.

  • You told me to improve Wren’s mood. It has been determined that you are the primary factor in her unhappiness.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Graggio Vol Canavari
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

An affluent land owner and trader of mutant slaves. Relies heavily on robotic help to handle his slaves and his estate. Greed and gluttony personified. Speaks like every rich snobbish arsehole you’ve ever met.

  • When I heard you were willing to do business under the table, I had to make an exception. You know how it is with the legal red tape, better to just avoid it all.

  • Mutants have no rights here. Any of them. They’re affronts to the very nature of Threlan beauty, wouldn’t you agree? Can’t let them just wander around making us look bad. So, while we’re being honest with one another, I request you do the same.

  • As for you, hmm. I think I’ll give you the best room in the house. <creepy chuckle>

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Wren’s Mother
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

 A good-natured, motherly type of woman.

  • Natalie? It’s momma.

  • Honey, I still remember changing your diapers. You don’t have to dress up for me. Although... would it kill you to put a shirt on?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Overseer Robot
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

 The default voice for all BX01-BX05 models. Commanding, imposing, monotone.

  • Continue working. No breaks. Violators will be punished.

  • You there. Continue working. No breaks.

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