Marvel True
Believers X-Men & Spider-Man Origins
Ladies and Gentlemen, in this Casting Call we shall be doing
audio plays of 4 Classic Marvel Comic stories (and 1 recent one) namely…
X-Men Issue 1- http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/X-Men_Vol_1_1
Giant-Size X-Men Issue 1- http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/Giant-Size_X-Men_Vol_1_1
Amazing Fantasy Introducing Spider-Man- http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/Amazing_Fantasy_Vol_1_15
Amazing Spider-Man Issue 1- http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/Amazing_Spider-Man_Vol_1_1
Spidey Issue 6 Making the Grade- http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/Spidey_Vol_1_6
I will tell you right now
folks that there will be a LOT of roles in this CC however a lot of them are
minor extras that would be covered by auditions. I was feeling inspired by the
“True Believers” comic line from Marvel (where they re-release classic comic
book stories for only a $1 each.) This may certainly seem like a lot but I can
start things one at a time with X-Men and Spider-Man when the casting is
finished and go from there. But in this CC you can potentially be in a Audio
Play of a couple of the Beginning Stories for X-Men and Spider-Man (and as an
added bonus one of the installments of the recent Spidey Comic Book series).
Anyways here are the guidelines...
* Accents are mostly optional and if you like you can send a
accent version and a non-accent version for certain characters.
* If you are cast I may ask you to reprise for the role again sometime in the
future.
* This is more of a suggestion but I do strongly recommend that if you audition
that you should audition for at least more than one role. I admit I do try to
keep the amount of auditioners who didn't get a role at all in any way to a
minimum. So let’s just say it would help your chances.
Greetings folks I am Pokejedservo and I have been a member of the Amatuer Voice Acting Community for over 10 years (namely ever since July 2006). I have not only been a voice actor but also a VA production producer though while most of the productions I have made are Fandubs over the years I have recently got into the wonderful world of Audioplays as well (and trying to dabble into Visual Novels). Here is the list of the tasks that I can do for a VA production.
- Voice Acting
- Production Producer
- Script Writer (especially if I wrote the story)
- Audio Editor
- Audio Mixer
- Video Dubbing
- Making Dialogue Scenes via MS Paint. (I am not a FanArtist but I can use pre-existing character & background pics to make dialogue scenes, I'll use this as an example).
I have been a voice actor and audio/visual editor and the like for over a decade and I have been a writer for over 2 decades. I admit when it comes to Voice Work I have yet to be given a proper formal training in any way but I have had plenty of experience in many fields of the voice acting process over the years. You can find more about my work at the Pokejedservo Productions site.
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Intellectual, Sophisticated,
Fatherly, Firm but Fair, Elderly
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Xavier/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1, Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: The founder & leader of the X-Men is none other
than Charles Xavier, a very well-to-do bald older gentleman who is confined to
a wheelchair. Charles’ Mutant Powers are Mind-Reading and Telepathy in which he
frequently uses the former to communicate with the members of the X-Men as he
trains the X-Men to fight the evil Mutants who would endanger mankind. In which
Professor X is a very firm but fair mentor to the members of the X-Men, as
Xavier gets them to run the Danger Room course. Professor X and Cyclops will be the only X-Men
roles to appear in both stories and get a sizable amount of lines.
(Note: Xavier will be using his telepathy power plenty of
times in both stories so if you see any line that is seen in italics then that means you should use a
Echo and/or Reverberate effect on your voice which is a fairly easy process on
programs like Audacity but if you really can’t do it then I can provide the
effects.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Youthful, Firm,
Serious (particularly GSXM), Teenage (XMI1), Heroic
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Cyclops/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1, Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: The Original Field Leader of the X-Men and is well
known (and more than occasionally mocked) for being one of Professor X’s best
students. Cyclops’ Mutant Power is that he can fire energy blasts from his eyes
called Optic Blasts in which his visor helps him control that (though he is
also an accomplished Martial Artist as his specialties are Judo & Aikido).
Scott Summers takes his duties as Team Field Leader very seriously though this
often causes him to butt heads with other team members on a regular basis.
However while he is a serious-manned young leader right from the start he can
have some moments of levity such as how like most of the guys he was quickly
smitten by Jean Grey (whom they have a relationship later). But when Scott is
not being Cyclops he wears a pair of Ruby Quartz Glasses to control his Optic
Blasts and was at first given the nickname “Slim” due to this rather thin body.
(Though in latter stories he becomes rather buff & fit, he also becomes a
lot more serious but considering what happened to the X-Men it’s rather
understandable.) Oh yes and he is the only young member of the Team that will
appear in both stories and get plenty of lines.
(Note: Since Cyclops was a teenage in X-Men Issue 1 feel
free to go for a somewhat lighter tone there but as Cyclops is older & more
muscular in Giant-Size X-Men feel free to make your Cyclops voice go a bit
deeper but not by a lot.)
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Voice Type: Moderately Low, Gruff, Rowdy, Teenage, Friendly,
Energetic, Boorish
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: Hank McCoy was also one of the original members of the
X-Men as he is a strong & sturdy young man who can perform all sorts of
acrobatic feats. Though the reason why I didn’t put in any reference
clips/Voice Compare for Beast here is because he was a significantly different
character in his debut. While Beast is generally known as a really buff
super-genius with blue fur he was originally known as a muscular teenage boy
with hairy legs whose biggest skill is performing acrobatic feats (though he is
the eldest of the original members). While Hank is a friendly well-meaning giant
he is also rather lecherous and was quite eager to hit on Jean Grey at first
(up to the point where he tries to steal a kiss in which this gets Jean to use
her powers on him). Beast is also the only member of the original team who did
not get a role in Giant-Size X-Men 1 in which he just simply got a passing
mention in one scene.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Smooth, Friendly,
Youthful, Teenage (XMI1), Charismatic
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Angel/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1, Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: Warren Worthington III possesses a pair of large
feathered wings extending from his back, enabling him to fly. He is the heir
and CEO of the multi-billion dollar Worthington Industries (his father tends to
be portrayed as someone who is against mutants). While Angel can be known as a
bit of a show-off and a smooth-talking playboy to the ladies especially at
first but he mature into a more responsible and heroic young man in his own
right, but even during his early days in the X-Men like Beast he may joke with
the guys and hit on the ladies but does know when to get serious when the
situation calls for it. While Angel will be appearing in both stories he has a
more moderate amount of lines in Giant-Size X-Men.
(Note: While there is a bit
of an age difference for Angel in both stories, you don’t need to alter your
voice between the two stories at all if you don’t want to.)
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Youthful, Friendly,
Eager, Snarky, Teenage (XM1)
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Iceman/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1, Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: Bobby Drake is one of the younger members of the X-Men
as he has the power of Ice, namely he can shoot Ice & Snow and can turn his
body into Ice (though he more looked like a walking Snow-Man at first). But
while Bobby became a known flirt over the years he was initially a little
prudent getting annoyed at the guys for getting so eager to meet a girl when
Jean first makes her debut. Anyways while Iceman was very eager to prove
himself at first as he got older he did mellow out and is often known for being
one of the friendlier members of the team who like his friend Spider-Man often
has a snarky quip or two to lighten the mood. Oh yes and while Iceman will appear in both
stories he gets a larger role in X-Men Issue 1.
(Note: During the X-Men Issue 1 Lines make Bobby’s voice go
a bit higher since he is a skinny short 16-year old boy and go for a more
moderate voice for the Giant-Size X-Men lines. Oh and I am not entirely sure
how to pronounce Yaybo but I suppose you could do “Yea-Bo” or “Yaw-Bo”)
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Over-The-Top,
Sinister, Commanding, Elderly, Eastern European Accent (Optional)
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Magneto/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: Magneto A.K.A. Max Eisenhardt and Erik Lensherr is a Jewish
holocaust survivor and is also the X-Men's most prominent enemy. Magneto is a
very powerful mutant who has the ability of magnetism manipulation and has
genius intellect. Magneto is also the founder of the Brotherhood of Mutants.
However during his debut he strikes the Cape Citadel in Florida singlehandedly
to demonstrate his power to scare the Human Race into submission in which it
takes the whole X-Men team to stop him and drive him off. Oh yes and he is the
only prominent character from X-Men issue 1 who does not appear in Giant-Size
X-Men at all.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Youthful, Kind, German Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Nightcrawler/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: Kurt Wagner is a young German who is very religious and
was once a traveling Circus Acrobat however the angry villagers went after him
due to his rather demonic appearance however Charles Xavier saves him and gets
him to join the X-Men. Nightcrawler’s primary skill & power is
teleportation but he also has other abilities like sticking to walls like
Spider-Man, has enhanced Night Vision (and is also a skilled swordsman). While
Kurt was rather melancholic during his debut over the years he has become more
cheerful and his known as one of the friendlier members of the team. But in his debut in Giant-Size X-Men after
getting saved by Professor X it takes Kurt a bit of time to try to get
accustomed to his new team.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low, Very Gruff, Snarky, Eager for a
Fight
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Wolverine/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men 1
Bio: Logan (later known as
James Howlett) becomes a member of the X-Men (and a highly prominent one over
the years) but unlike the other new X-Men members his debut was not in
Giant-Size X-Men but as a adversary for the Hulk sent by the Canadian
Government to go after Hulk. Anyways Wolverine was an agent of the Weapon X
program in Canada until Professor X offered him a chance to join the X-Men in
the US in which he gladly accepted. Wolverine’s Mutant Ability is that his body
can heal very quickly but he is well known for his Adamantium Claws that come
out of his hands in which he can use with deadly accuracy. While over the years
he is well known for butting heads with Cyclops as the two are often in a Love
Triangle with Jean Grey but that wasn’t the case in his X-Men debut in which he
was slightly annoyed at working with Banshee.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Stern, Authoritative, Demanding,
Canadian Accent (Optional)
Reference Clip: http://picosong.com/ws3bH/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: General Chasen is a prominent member of the Canadian
Government’s Weapon X program and is the authority figure to those such as Wolverine
& Alpha Flight. To say that Chasen and Wolverine do not get along would be
an understatement as when Professor X offers Wolverine a job in the X-Men to
leave Weapon X he immediately took it enraging Chasen in the process. While
Chasen is initially seen as an authority figure who would use his position to
order people around in later stories he becomes a much more villainous
individual. Though in GS XM he is a minor role with only a few lines in which I
will just use your auditions.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Friendly, Easy Going, Irish Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Banshee/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Sean Cassidy A.K.A Banshee is an Irish Mutant with
powers such as Sonic Screams and Flight he is a frequent on-and-off member of
the X-Men. While Banshee officially joins the X-Men in Giant-Size X-Men 1 his
comic book debut was in X-Men Issue #28 in January of 1967 as an antagonist but
he was forced by Factor Three with an explosive headband to serve them. However
Professor X used his mental powers to disarm the explosive headband on Banshee
he then quickly became an ally (and later member) of the X-Men. While Sean is
often one of the older members of a X-Men team he is also a known mentor as
well in which is also a skilled marksman, unarmed combatant, detective and
strategist who has worked for the NYPD and Interpol before.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Youthful, Angry, Arrogant, Very
Abrasive, Japanese Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Sunfire/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Shiro Yashida is a
Japanese Mutant, his Mother was inflicted by Radiation Poisoning from the
Hiroshima Bombings and she died while Shiro was young and caused him to have a
deep hatred for the United States of America (however his father who is a U.N
Diplomat has no animosity towards the US). While Sunfire (temporarily) became a
member of the X-Men in Giant-Size X-Men his debut was in The Uncanny X-Men #64
in January of 1970 he was a villain in which his uncle Tomo manipulated him to
wage war on the US in which the X-Men tried to stop him. But after Shiro
realizes how treacherous his Uncle is he gives up his life of villainy and soon
becomes a Super-Hero but still has a strong animosity towards foreigners.
Sunfire has Fire powers in this Sun-Heated Plasma in which his other abilities
are flight, infrared vision and immunity to nuclear radiation. While Sunfire is
willing to do the right thing he is very temperamental and often treats his
allies with nothing but contempt as while he does aid the X-Men in Krakoa he
immediately leaves the team afterwards and has a very on-and-off relationship
with them.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Strong, Kind, Gentle
Giant, Russian Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Colossus/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Piotr "Peter" Nikolaievitch Rasputin is a
Russian Mutant (and to be more precise Siberian) who has the power of turning
his skin into a metallic armor giving him Super-human strength and durability.
Granted even when Piotr is not being the Colossus he is still quite the strong
man as he is a very tall and muscular man who was a farm hand with his family
but one day he used his powers to save his little sister in which then
Professor X came in and invited Piotr to join the X-Men. One way to describe
Piotr is that he is the consummate “Gentle Giant” of Marvel let alone X-Men as
he is a genuinely kind man who often tries to avoid attacking people let alone
killing and is more of a defender than an attacker. But while Piotr is known
for his love of his family and the country life, he is also a skilled painter
which is his favorite hobby.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low, Fatherly, Kind, Elderly, Russian
Accent
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Piotr "Peter" Nikolaievitch Rasputin’s kind
and loving father who supported his son’s decision to go to America with
Professor X. He is a minor role that only has a few lines so if you get the
role I will just use your auditions.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Burly, Hot-Headed, Very
Abrasive, Eager to Fight
Reference Clip: http://picosong.com/wswy3/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: John Proudstar is an Apache Warrior who has Super
Strength, Speed & Durability with keen senses and is a skilled hand-to-hand
fighter (as he was also originally a Marine before he became a Super-Hero).
John has felt disgusted at his own tribe for going soft and wants to prove his
prowess in battle and show how tough he is and how strong an Apache can be.
While initially he had nothing but contempt for Professor X due to his
animosity towards the White Man but he does want to prove his prowess in battle
so he ends up agreeing to be the X-Men Member Thunderbird. While he is slightly
less abrasive than Sunfire he is also rather abrasive to his fellow X-Men team
members but he is a bit more willing to follow orders.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Youthful, Rebellious
Reference Clips: https://youtu.be/qVaIfu1m8FY?t=9m14s
& https://youtu.be/G-eAMjEgMic?t=17m51s
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Alex Summers A.K.A Havok is the brother of X-Men Leader
Cyclops in which when they were children they were separated soon after they
became orphans (though the circumstances why often vary). Havok has the power
to shoot and absorb energy blasts and is immune to his brother’s powers and
vice-versa (though while he had a difficult time controlling his powers at
first over the years he has gone a lot better in that as unlike Cyclops he
doesn’t need to wear any sort of gear 24/7 to keep his powers in control.) One
way to describe Alex Summers is that he has some “Sibling Rivalry” issues with
his brother (which at times can escalate to Cain & Abel levels) as he often
resents Scott for his authoritative leadership skills. However Cyclops is not
the only X-Men member who he butts heads with as he is in a romantic triangle
with Iceman over Lorna Dane/Polaris whom he and Lorna have been in a
relationship for years. Havok’s debut was in Uncanny X-Men #54 in March of 1969
and has had a long love-hate relationship with the X-Men as he has been in
other teams like X-Factor, Starjammers and the Avengers.
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Voice Type: Low, Deep, Demonic, Very Monstrous, Savage
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Krakoa is the main antagonist of the book Giant-Size
X-Men 1 as it’s a giant green monster that is a mutation of the island’s
ecosystem that was turned into a huge hive mind beast thanks to the radiation
from the Nuclear Bomb tests that were done near the island years ago. The
original X-Men team was sent to the island to try to find a new mutant but then
they were captured by an unseen force in which only Cyclops escaped and he
& Xavier assemble a new team to go to the island to save the old team. But
then the new team finds out that the old team members were captured and were
drained of their life energy in which they discover that the island is the
mutant. Krakoa can not only absorb the
life force from its victims but can control all the fauna on the island and show
optic blasts like Cyclops and have psychic powers like Professor X.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Concerned, Serious,
Middle Aged
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: A NASA Employee who tells the Cape Citadel General
about what went wrong with the Missile Launch. This is a one-line extra role.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Youthful,
Energetic, New Yorker Accent
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: A Young Man who works for the Daily Globe selling
newspapers. This is a one-line extra.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Moderately High, Firm,
Frightened
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The first regular soldiers we see in Cape Citadel, they
are shocked to find out that someone is using the bases weapons against them. I
will be casting 2 actors for this role as Infantry Soldier A will have 2 lines
while Soldier B will have 3. So feel free to use different voices for each of
the lines here though you should try to go for a somewhat lower voice for
Soldier A and a somewhat higher voice for Soldier B.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Moderately High, Firm, Serious
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The Cape Citadel Soldiers who directly get to meet
Magneto but are soon easily overpowered by Magneto’s magnetic powers. I will be
casting 4 actors for this though only Front Gate Guard A will have 2 lines
while the other 3 will only have one line. While you should try to go for a
somewhat lower & gruffer tone for Gate Guard A you can basically just go
for any range for the other 3 so feel free to change your voice a bit for each
line here.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Moderate, Firm, Serious,
Shocked
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The soldiers sent in to try to safe Cape Citadel from
Magneto’s magnetic barrier but were unsuccessful and when the X-Men show up
they feel that they have no choice but to let them deal with the Barrier to
save the base. This role will be for 2 actors and both Cavalry Soldiers will
have 3 lines each.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Youthful, Serious, Shocked
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The Sergeant at the
Cape Citadel base who was first to notice the message Magneto left in the sky
at the base. This is a minor extra role that has only 3 lines.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low, Firm, Serious
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The Colonel in the Cape Citadel Base who seems to be
the General’s right-hand man. This guy is a minor extra role with only a couple
of lines.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Gruff,
Authoritative, Firm but Fair, Middle-Aged
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: The General in the Cape Citadel Base who is the
Commanding Officer whom is a stern but genuinely fair man who tries to save his
men from Magneto’s attack. Unlike all the other soldiers in the base he
actually has a decent-sized role in the X-Men’s debut issue.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Rough, Angry,
Elderly, German Accent
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: The angry mob of villagers in Winzeldorf, Germany who
were busy hunting down Nightcrawler with their torches and basically wanted to
kill him because of his appearance. I will cast this for 2 actors in which
Villager A will have 3 lines while Villager B will have only one, so feel free
to alter your voice a bit when you do these audition lines.
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Calm, Wise, African
Accent
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: The Chief of the Kenyan Tribe that summoned Storm to
use her powers to help their drying & dying crops. Has only 3 lines.
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Voice Type: Any Range, Any Adult Age, Scared, Russian Accent
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: A Russian Man of an indeterminate age driving a tractor
who tells Piotr that his little sister is in danger. Has only one line.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Youthful, Teenage
(XMI1), Friendly
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Jean-Grey/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1 & Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Jean Grey is the initial lady to join the X-Men and was
at first the only girl in the team. During Jean’s debut she was known as Marvel
Girl in which while she has had other powers and personas over the years back
during her early days in the X-Men she mainly had Telekinetic powers to use
against her adversaries (and occasionally ward off her male team member’s
advances). While just about all the guys
have shown interest in Jean, Cyclops/Scott Summers was the one she had a
long-time relationship with for years. While Jean was at first a bit uncertain
over what kind of School Professor X is running she does become a good member
of the team. Oh yes and while Jean plays a fairly prominent role in X-Men Issue
1 she only has 3 lines in Giant-Size X-Men.
(Note: Jean was a teenager
in X-Men Issue 1 while she is a grown woman in Giant-Size X-Men, like Angel you
can alter the voice a bit if you wish but it’s unnecessary.)
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Soothing, Wise, Kind,
African Accent (Optional)
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Storm/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Ororo Munroe A.K.A Storm comes from a long line of
African Priestesses (though conversely she was born in New York but spent a
good portion of her life in Africa.) Storm has the power to manipulate the
weather using the elements such as Rain, Lightning, Blizzards, Tornados and
more. When Professor X first discovered Ororo she was busy using her powers to
aid the African tribes to give them rain to aid their crops then Professor X
offered Ororo a job to join his X-Men for the good of mutant kind and to see
the world in which she accepts the offer.
While Storm was initially the token female of the New X-Men Recruits in
GSXM over the years she becomes a very prominent member and even Field Leader
for the X-Men (among other teams but that is a different story).
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Youthful,
Melancholic
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/X-Men/Polaris/
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Lorna Dane A.K.A Polaris is the 2nd female
member of the X-Men and while she was a member of the X-Men before the events
of Giant-Size X-Men began her comic book debut was in X-Men #49 in October of
1968. Polaris has the power of Magnetism in which it is soon revealed that she
is the Daughter of Magneto and the younger half-sister of Scarlet Witch &
Quicksilver (in which much like her older half-siblings her relationship with
her father does vary.) She is known for being in a love triangle with Iceman
and Havok in which while the former had a crush on her she was much more
interested in the latter as she and Havok have been in a relationship for a
long time. While Polaris was initially known as a member of the X-Men and still
has a long (if a bit on-and-off) history with over the years she became more
known as a member of X-Factor. Although in this story she has only 2 lines.
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Voice Type: Moderate, Kind, Motherly, Elderly, Russian
Accent
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: Piotr Rasputin’s kindly old mother who hugs her dear
son goodbye as he leaves the farm to go with Professor X to America. Has only 1
line.
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Voice Type: Any Tone & Any Adult Age, Concerned, New
Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1
Bio: Someone back in New York who is reading the newspaper
about the “Mysterious Saboteur” (Magneto) who is going after Missile
Launchings. This is a one-line extra role which could be done by just about
anyone.
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Voice Type: Any Tone & Any Adult Age, Calm, Friendly,
Canadian or French Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Giant-Size X-Men
Bio: The Secretary at the Weapon X building who tells
Wolverine that he is supposed to be in the Conference Room. Has only one line.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Teenage,
Intellectual, Snarky, Very Emotional
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Spider-Man/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man #1, Spidey
#6
Bio: The titular
protagonist of the Spider-Man franchise, Peter Parker is traditionally known as
a high school boy whom is a science nerd and was raised by his elderly Aunt and
Uncle. One day when Peter was at a Science Hall exhibit of a Radiation Ray
device he was bitten by a Spider that was affected and then he discovers he now
has powers like Wall Climbing, Super Strength and the ability to sense Danger.
(He also created Web Shooters to go with his “Spider-Man” persona in which he
does have a tendency to run out in inopportune times.) While Peter initially
tried to use his newfound powers for profit at a Wrestling Match, when Tragedy
strikes his family he vows to use his powers to fight crime. Oh yes and while
there have been plenty of stories of Peter being a young man he is originally
known as a Teenager in which he is in all 3 of these stories. Also Peter’s mood
and behavior can often vary especially when he is Spider-Man as he can go from
a cheerful young man with a very snarky sense of humor to a very moody young
man who often blames himself a lot if something goes wrong. (Oh and also he
tries very hard to maintain his secret identity for understandable reasons
though it often causes him a lot of trouble.) One more thing, if you are cast
as Spider-Man you will have a lot of lines as you will prominently appear in
all 3 Spidey stories here
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Kind, Fatherly,
Elderly
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Uncle-Ben/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy Starring Spider-Man
Bio: Peter Parker’s late kindly uncle whom is known as the
consummate “Death by Origin Story” character in Marvel Comics (and arguable
SuperHero comics in general). Ben Parker was Peter’s kind old uncle who along
with his wife May Parker raised Peter… until one fateful night where Uncle Ben
was shot dead by a Burglar then got away in which Peter as Spider-Man wanted
revenge. Until Pete found out that the criminal who shot Uncle Ben was a thug
that he let go earlier that night and has been absolutely guilt-stricken about
it ever since. In this production Uncle Ben will only appear in AFiSM and has
only 2 lines.
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Calm, Intellectual,
Friendly, Middle-Aged
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy Starring Spider-Man
Bio: Peter Parker’s Science Teacher in Midtown High School
is this kindly Middle-Aged man in which Peter Parker is his top student and is
normally on good terms with Peter. While Raymond is a normal Middle-Aged School
Teacher he has been involved in some of Spider-Man’s fights against the forces
of evil such as the Tinkerer and The Living Brain (and is later revealed to be
the brother of Miles Warren A.K.A The Jackal.) Raymond appears in Amazing
Fantasy and has only 1 line.
Impressed
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Smug, Macho, Teenage
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Flash-Thompson/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The Original Jerk Jock
of Superhero comics, Eugene “Flash” Thompson was originally known as Peter’s
Bully who would harass Peter every chance he gets. (Though it is soon revealed
that he is a case of “Bully because his father is abusive & alcoholic”.)
While Flash is known for treating Peter poorly he is however very fond of
Spider-Man though (in which Peter is often quick to point the irony in his
head.) While in recent years Flash has mellowed out and even became one of the
good guys during his service in the Military, but in the early years Flash was
just simply a old-fashioned example of a Jerk Jock. However in AF he has 2
lines but in ASM1 he only has one
(Amazing
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Voice Type: Moderate, Smug, Teenage, New Yorker Accent
(Optional)
Reference Clip: http://picosong.com/wsNwm/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Is one of the jocks at
Midtown High and is one of Flash Thompson’s buddies who like Flash would bully
Peter Parker every chance he got. While Seymour seems to have nothing but
contempt for Peter now they use to be good friends when they were kids (in
which Seymour was at Peter’s 11th Birthday Party) but drifted apart in Jr. High
when Peter got more interested in Science. While Flash and his friends would
like to beat up nerds and smaller kids just for fun, Seymour was more into
using insults than attacking anyone though. Seymour has about 3 lines in
Amazing Fantasy while in Amazing Spider-Man 1 he only had 1 line.
(Amazing
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Smug, Teenage, New
Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: One of the members of Flash Thompson’s clique who would
often bully Peter every chance he gets (but while his actions were mostly
pranks but they do occasionally go too far in which even his group has scolded
him for that). Jason does seem to have a thing for Sally Avril however it was
unrequited as her feelings for him are platonic at best. But while Jason seems
to have no qualms in bullying unpopular kids like Peter with Flash that doesn’t
mean he is completely loyal to him though. In other words Jason won’t do things
with Flash that would get him in trouble like go harass J.J Jameson for his
vendetta against Spider-Man. Oh yes and Jason is a minor who has 3 lines in
Amazing Fantasy but only 2 in Amazing Spider-Man 1.
(Amazing Fantasy, Smug
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Voice Type: Calm, Intellectual, Middle-Aged
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy Introducing Spider-Man
Bio: The Scientist at the Science Hall Exhibit who was
showing the Radioactive Ray device that ended up irradiating the Spider that
bit Peter Parker who turned him into Spider-Man. Is a minor role with only two
lines.
(Calm Presentation) And
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(Mildly Amused) Looks as
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Gruff, Smug, Macho, New
Yorker Accent (Optional)
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Crusher-Hogan/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: Joseph “Crusher” Hogan is a Pro-Wrestler who is known
for doing exhibition matches in which anyone who can last in the ring with him
for 3 minutes gets $100. Soon after Peter discovers his newfound powers he
tests them out by donning a mask and gets in the ring with Crusher in which
Peter was able to defeat him easily. Crusher is originally known for being
flat-out bald, later depictions have given him hair such as a beard and/or
Zangief-esque facial hair (such as his silent cameo in Spidey #6). In later
more recent stories Crusher got out of the Wrestling Business and became a
janitor as he sometimes claims that Spider-Man is an old friend of his.
(Smug & Eager for a
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(Smug & Faux-Concern)
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(Shocked & Pleading)
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Voice Type: Moderate, Friendly, Eager, Middle-Aged, New
Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Maxwell “Maxie”
Shiffman, known for his pencil-thin mustache, red bowtie & loud suits is
the agent for Peter/Masked Marvel/Spider-Man who became interested in him when
after when he sees Peter as the Masked Marvel take down Crusher Hogan so
easily. Maxie has helped Spider-Man be on TV and their business relationship
was successful, until Maxie was forced to terminate his contract with Spidey
when the Daily Bugle was making their Anti-Spider-Man Editorials. While Maxie
was initially in Spider-Man’s origin story he does occasionally appear in later
stories though as for one example he was once a victim of Mysterio’s illusion
powers.
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(Happily making a Pitch)
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(Sadly giving the Bad
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Rough,
Opportunistic, New Yorker Accent
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: Common Thief turned Murderer, Dennis Carradine was a
petty thug whom was trying to evade the police but Spider-Man was nearby,
though at the time Spider-Man didn’t really care that a cop was chasing him so
Spidey did nothing about that. However days later Dennis Carradine tried to rob
the Parker residence in which he ended up shooting Ben Parker to escape in
which Peter Parker A.K.A Spider-Man came after him for revenge. While the
Burglar does have some lines in Amazing Fantasy he only has one in Amazing
Spider-Man #1.
(Amazing Fantasy, Relieved
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(Amazing Fantasy, Panicky)
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Voice Type: Moderate, Firm but Caring, Elderly, Irish Accent
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: The old cop who was
chasing a burglar at the studio but then the burglar got away in which
Spider-Man did nothing about that in which Bernard scolded him for that. However
one night a few days later he ends up giving Peter Parker the bad news about
what happened to Ben Parker. Then Bernard along with some other officers tried
to get the Burglar until Spider-Man had him all webbed up.
(Trying to Catch the
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(Trying to give Peter the
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(Trying to reassure Peter)
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Voice Type: Moderate, Rough, Stern, Opportunistic,
Middle-Aged
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/J-Jonah-Jameson/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: The Chief Editor of
the Daily Bugle who became notorious for writing editorials against costumed
super-heroes particularly Spider-Man (in which the reasons why over the years
tend to vary in logic & sympathy).
J.J first became famous for writing editorials against Spider-Man to get
the people of New York to hate him and running Spider-Man’s showbiz career
instantly. However during his debut J.J was against Spider-Man for being a
showboat that could be a bad influence to children, but he insists that people
should be paying more attention to his beloved son John Jameson the astronaut. But
while J.J.J is not a villain (well usually not) he has a strong desire to
antagonize Spider-Man to often irrational levels and is not known for his sense
of gratitude either.
(Leading an Angry Chant)
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(Making a Grand Speech) We
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(Warm & Fatherly) This
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Calm, Friendly,
Heroic
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/John-Jameson/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Colonel John J. Jameson is an Astronaut and the son of
J. Jonah Jameson (though fortunately he is considerably more reasonable than
his father). During John’s first mission he was going to orbit the Earth until
the Forward Guidance Package on his capsule which broke and he is hurtling
towards Earth until Spider-Man saves him. Over the years this won’t be the only
time John’s career as an Astronaut has gotten him into trouble though. Oh yes
and also over the years John has also had a bit of a history with the ladies as
well (such as for example he was once married to Jennifer Walters A.K.A She
Hulk). Though in Amazing Spider-Man #1 he only has 3 lines.
(Eager to do his duty)
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Voice Type: Moderate, Intellectual, Calm, Firm
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Fantastic-Four/Mr-Fantastic/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Reed Richards is the Founder & Leader of the
Fantastic Four (whom also later becomes Susan Storm’s husband). Mr. Fantastic’s
powers is the ability to stretch any part of his body and he could use his
elasticity in various ways such as he can flatten himself, make his body denser
and more durable and use his body for tools like a hand glider & a lock pick
so Reed can use his rubbery abilities in different ways. But while Reed can
certainly use his powers for feats of strength (though not as much as Thing of
course) his primary feature is his vast intellect as he is a well accomplished
Scientist and Inventor. While Reed like many other known Scientists can get
really fixated in his work over the years he can certainly be a good family man
as well. As the Leader of the Fantastic Four, Reed often takes a firm but very
fair approach as he is normally a voice of reason for the group and often
mediates between Human Torch & the Thing’s petty squabbles.
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(Angry & Demanding)
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Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Very Gruff, Grumpy,
Snarky, New Yorker Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Fantastic-Four/The-Thing/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Ben Grimm A.K.A The Thing is a known member of the
Fantastic Four (though other the years he has also had a known history with
other groups like the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy.) Before Ben
became the Thing he was a Pilot and an Astronaut who is old friends with Reed
“Mr. Fantastic” Richards but during that interstellar space shuttle trip that
went awry with the Cosmic Radiation Waves that gave the Fantastic Four their powers
Ben mutated into a large super-strong orange rock man now known as the Thing.
While Ben has often desired the chance to regain his human form over the years
he has come to terms with his rocky appearance and is a well known strong-man
(who even often has a somewhat friendly rivalry with the Hulk). One other thing
is his vitriolic friendship with Johnny “Human Torch” Storm as Johnny would
often like to tease him in which Thing would often snark back at best to make
angry threats at worst. So while the Thing may seem grumpy & abrasive he is
a very down to earth guy who definitely does have a softer side to him.
(Snappy retort to Johnny
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Voice Type: Moderate, Teenage, Youthful, Friendly, Snarky, Cocky
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Fantastic-Four/Human-Torch/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Jonathan “Johnny” Storm is the younger brother of Susan
Storm (later Richards) and is a known member of the Fantastic Four. Back during
the early stories of the Fantastic Four Johnny was only a teenage boy during
that fateful trip into Space in the Fantastic Four got their powers from Cosmic
Radiation he has the ability to shoot and use flames and can change himself
into a fiery man every time he shouts “Flame On!”. Johnny is well known for
being a charismatic fun-loving guy who has a very snarky sense of humor in
which his fellow team member Thing/Ben Grimm is one of his favorite targets.
While Johnny may often come off as a smug cocky punk he is a well-meaning young
man who does genuinely care for his team. Oh and Johnny loves to think of
himself as a Ladies man and while he has had plenty of love interests over the
years none of them end well (though it’s usually because of things like Heroic
duties and not death).
(Cocky and Slightly Surprised) He must be some kind of nut to think he can take us by surprise! |
(Angry and Eager to Fight) That’s it, you animated insect! Fun’s over! I’ll settle you now! FLAME ON!" |
(Smug & Condescending) Besides, aren’t you wanted by the Police? This isn’t “Outlaws Anonymous”! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Raspy, Scheming, Russian Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Chameleon/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: Dmitri Smerdyakov A.K.A The Chameleon is one of the various members
of Spider-Man’s Rogues Gallery (and was actually the first one
Spider-Man faced in the comics). Chameleon’s ability is his mastery of
disguises in which he does so while committing robberies. In this story
due to things like how Spider-Man tried to see the Fantastic Four out of
financial desperation due to the negative articles that the Daily Bugle
gave him, Chameleon decided to frame Spider-Man as he plans to steal
the Missile Defense System plans from the Lark Building. While over the
years Chameleon has served multiple evil organizations such as the
Sinister Six and HYDRA, his origin team-up is with Kraven the Hunter
since it is revealed that they are half-brothers.
(Note: Anyone playing this role will end up needing some vocal range, as
while most of the lines will be done in a Russian accent when Chameleon
is speaking as himself/thinking. But to alter his voice when he is
disguised as someone like a guard, or a cop or Spider-Man himself. The
1st 3 Chameleon lines will be done via his voice while the other 3 will
be when he impersonates someone else though if you are auditioning for
this role I would recommend trying out for Spider-Man and the Lark
Building Guards.)
(Chameleon, Boastful Intro) HAH! Nothing can stop the Chameleon! With
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(Chameleon, Devious Scheming) There is only one reason Spider-Man would
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(Cop, Stern & Angry Tone) HELP! Grab him! It’s the Chameleon, disguised as Spider-Man again! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Calm, Friendly
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: Peter Parker & Gwen Stacey’s History teacher in Midtown High
who got the idea of getting Peter Parker & Gwen Stacey to tutor
each-other when Peter was failing in his class. (Peter tutors Gwen in
History while Gwen tutors Peter in Math.) Mr. Maxwell is a normally
friendly and easy-going guy but does take his job as a teacher seriously
and during the first issue of Spidey tries to tell Peter the value of
history. However in this issue he is a minor role with only 3 lines.
(Friendly and mildly facetious) All right, gang. Pencils down. You’ll know your fates tomorrow. |
(Mildly Impressed) Gotta say, Mr. Parker… I’m impressed… with your tutor. |
(Proud & Friendly) Excellent work, Ms. Stacy. Hope Mr. Parker was able to return the favor. |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Scratchy, Ill-tempered, Elderly
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Vulture/
Appears in: Spidey #6: Making the Grade
Bio: Adrian Toomes A.K.A The Vulture is another one of the various
members of Rogues Gallery for Spider-Man. Adrian “Toomestone” Toomes is
known as an Elderly Inventor who was swindled out of his company and its
profits he uses his high-tech wing harness for larceny & revenge.
The Vulture’s winged harness not only gives him the power of flight, it
makes him superhumanly strong and the “feathers” on his wings are razor
sharp. While Vulture has been a member of the Sinister Six and Sinister
Twelve he often works alone and while he often works for the sake of
larceny but has at time had other motives in mind (such as trying to
find ways to make him young again.) But while Vulture has been around in
the comics since Amazing Spider-Man in May of 1963, Spidey #6 is his
debut in the Spidey continuity.
(Mildly Annoyed) Outta my way, kid. |
(Taunting Spidey as he gets away) So long. Dummy. |
(Angry Demanding then Shocked) Great. Now hand it over. *Iron Man just blasted his wings to bits* What the…?! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Smooth, Snarky
Reference Clips:
http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Iron-Man/Iron-Man/ or
http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Iron-Man/Tony-Stark/
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: Tony Stark is a well known Science Genius and Wealthy Playboy whom
is the inventor and wearer of the Iron Man suit. Tony’s Iron Man suit
has multiple weapons and abilities as his strong is very strong &
durable and has multiple laser blasters within his suit. While Tony
Stark is one of the good guys for sure he is a man whose vices are well
known such as having a womanizing streak several miles wide and has a
strong on-and-off relationship with Alcohol, not to mention is well
known as a smug abrasively snarky jerk but is often a Jerk with a Heart
of Gold. In Iron Man’s early years Tony Stark originally tried to make a
cover story that Iron Man is his bodyguard and keeps the fact that he
uses the Iron Man suit a secret, until it was realized that it caused
him nothing but trouble so over the years it became public knowledge
that Tony Stark is Iron Man. However since the Spidey comic series is an
alternate modernized retelling of Spidey’s early years as a Super-Hero,
Tony Stark trying to convince the populous that Iron Man is his
bodyguard and a separate individual is in full-force here. Oh yes and in
the Spidey comic series while he does use an A.I system to talk to in
his suit but in the Spidey comic series it’s the more feminine
F.R.I.D.A.Y.
(Note: In this story Tony never takes off his Iron Man suit so for most
of his line I will requite you the potential VA to add vocal effects to
your Iron Man voice. Only in occasional scenes where he is interacting
with F.R.I.D.A.Y do we hear his unaltered voice. So while yes you should
be careful and not apply the effects too thick but keep in mind in this
story he is trying to deceive people into thinking that Iron Man is a
separate individual so for most of his lines and for most of the
Audition lines here I strongly recommend that you use some vocal effects
in your Iron Man voice.)
(Iron Man, Firm & Commanding) Halt! Sorry about that, “Halt?” Way
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(Iron Man, Annoyed but trying to be Reasonable) Look, it’s been a long
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(Tony Stark, Surprised & Amused) Oh my god, he really is just a kid. |
Voice Type: Moderate, Calm, Firm
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Marvel-Universe/Agent-Coulson/
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: Agent Phil Coulson is a prominent member of S.H.I.E.L.D who was
created for the Marvel Cinematic Universe but became a known character
in the comics and other adaptations (and is the star of the ABC TV
series “Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D”.) Ever since Phil was a child he
was very much a fan of Super Heroes and learned about them growing up
and is glad to work with folks like Captain America and Iron Man as a
dedicated S.H.I.E.L.D agent. While Phil does try to come off as a stoic
serious agent he is actually one of the nicer folks in S.H.I.E.L.D and
even has certain quirks like his love of cars (in which he
affectionately refers his car “Lola”.) In the Spidey comic series he and
other SH.I.E.L.D agents arrive to get Vulture when Iron Man and
Spider-Man defeat him and he has a brief chat with Iron Man about what
to do with Spidey. It’s also implied that Phil does know that Tony Stark
is Iron Man or is at least aware of Iron Man’s intellect, and in this
story he only has 4 lines.
(Calm & Happy to see Iron Man) Always a pleasure, Iron Man. |
(Mildly Curious) How’s the new guy? |
(Slightly Uncertain) So, we keep an eye on the kid, or do I take him in, too? |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Amused, Middle-Aged, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: A Balding guy in the Science Hall where Dr. Eric Schwinner was
showing the Radioactive Rays, joins Dr. Schwinner in having a light
laugh at Peter’s expense as Pete wants to get out of the Hall. This is a
minor role with one line.
(Lightly Teasing Tone) Too bad! We must have a weak stomach! |
Voice Type: Moderately High to Moderately Low, Friendly, Amazed, Middle-Aged, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: A couple of older men in hats who were impressed with the Masked
Marvel’s (Peter Parker) victory against Crusher Hogan. They are minor
roles with one line each so feel free to alter your voice a bit with
each line.
(Audience Member A, Amazed) Greatest act I’ve ever seen! |
(Audience Member B, Also Amazed) Sensational! Fantastic! And that Mask
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Voice Type: Moderate, Amazed, Middle-Aged, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: A Balding Cameraman at the TV Studio who was amazed at the stunts
that Spider-Man was performing. This is a minor role with one line.
(Shocked & Amazed) I’m seein’ it with my own eyes, and I still don’t believe it! |
Voice Type: Moderately High to Moderately Low, Eager, Any Adult Age, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: Three guys who tried to approach Spider-Man with offers after his
first TV special. They are minor roles with one line each so feel free
to do a different voice for each line.
(Paparazzi A, Eager) I’m from Life! We’ll pay any price for a picture spread! |
(Paparazzi B, Eager) Sign with me! I’ll put you in the movies! |
(Paparazzi C, Eager) Wait! We want an interview! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Concerned, Youthful, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: The Cop that was with Bernard O’Brien as the police were at the
warehouse after the Burglar. This is a minor role with only 3 lines
(Cautious & Worried) He’s in there somewhere, but he’ll pick us off like flies if we charge him! |
(Shocked) Captain—LOOK! |
(Amazed) On a—Spider’s web! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Prim & Proper, Firm, Middle-Aged
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The Teller at the Bank in which Spider-Man is trying to cash his
check, but unfortunately Spider-Man can’t cash his check in without
giving the Teller some identification other than being Spider-Man. This
is a minor role with 2 lines.
(Firm) I’ll have to see some identification! |
(Slightly Condescending but still Firm) Don’t be silly! Anyone can wear a
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Voice Type: Moderately High to Moderately Low, Any Adult Age, Rough, New Yorker Accent
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A few guys in New York who react to J.J Jameson’s editorial
regarding Spider-Man. They are all minor roles with one line each so
feel free to alter your voice on each line.
(NYC Guy A, Skeptical) Bah! I don’t even believe there is a Spider-Man! It’s all a publicity stunt! |
(NYC Guy B, Riled Up) Spider-Man oughtta be run out of the Country! |
(NYC Guy C, Reacting to above line) And how! |
Voice Type: Moderately Low, Gruff, Firm, Middle-Aged, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A Deli Cook who denies Peter Parker a job for being too young. This is a minor role with one line
(Firm, Slightly Annoyed) Sorry, Sonny! I ain’t looking for a school kid! The job I advertised is for a man! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Youthful, Energetic, Teenage, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A young newsie for the Daily Bugle. This is a minor role with only 2 lines.
(Doing his Job) Extra! John Jameson about to orbit in rocket… |
(Doing his Job) Extra! John Jameson, son of the publisher of the “Daily Bugle” about to orbit Earth! Extra! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Middle Aged to Elderly, Amazed, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: An older chap in a Brown Hat and Blue Jacket who was at the Rocket Base. This is a minor role with one line.
(Amazed) It sure must take a lot of courage to go up in one of those babies! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Kind, Firm but Fair, Elderly
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: An older official in the US Air Force who supervised John Jameson’s
Rocket Launch and was willing to allow Spider-Man to help.
(Proud & Kind) Good luck to you, boy! |
(Scared & Concerned) What is it? What went wrong? |
(Slightly Reluctant but Understanding) Very well! We have nothing to lose! There is no way we can do it! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Serious, Youthful
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The Mission Control Panelist at the Rocket Base. This is a minor role with only 3 lines.
(Very Serious Reply to Official’s Audition Line 2) Capsule is out of
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(Panicky) A complete miss! We’ve got to find a better way! |
(Happy & Relieved) Spider-man, succeeded! The Capsule is about to land! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Wise, Serious, Elderly
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The old scientist at the Rocket Base who tries to devise a plan
when John Jameson’s Rocket Capsule trip is starting to go wrong. This is
a minor role with one line.
(Dramatic Exposition) Gentlemen, we haven’t much time! We must find some
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Firm, Rough
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A Guard Sentry at a Military Base where Spider-Man had to web up in
order to get inside the base. This is a minor role with only 1 line
(well technically 2).
(Tough & Commanding) HALT! Identify yourself! |
(Now webbed up) AH! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Friendly, Youthful
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A Pilot of one of the planes at the Airfield Base who agrees to
help let Spider-Man to come on board his plane to save John Jameson.
This is a minor role with only 2 lines.
(Hesitant but Understanding) I’ll probably be grounded forever for doing
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(Panicky) Here comes the capsule now! But we could never catch it! |
Voice Type: Moderately High to Moderately Low, Shocked, Young Adult to Middle Aged, New Yorker Accent
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A trio of guys who are surprised to see Spider-Man walking on a
tight-rope of web on his way to the Baxter Building to see the Fantastic
Four. They are minor roles with one line each so feel free to do
different voices for each of the lines.
(Gawker A, Eager for the Photo Op) It’s the Spider-Man! What a bonus I’ll get for this shot! |
(Gawker B, Dramatic Exposition) He’s heading for the Fantastic Four’s Headquarters! |
(Gawker C, Shocked & Amazed) He balances himself on that strand of web like a human spider! |
Voice Type: Any Voice Range, Firm, Professional, Any Adult Age
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: A TV News Reporter that the Chameleon was watching. A Minor Role that has 2 lines.
(Exposition) The Entire City is wondering why Spider-Man visited the Fantastic Four today! “No Comment” claims the FF! |
(Exposition) Rumors are flying all over New York! Unofficial sources
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Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Young Adult to Middle Aged, Serious, Professional
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The Guards at the Lark Building where Chameleon is still the
Missile plans from and plots to frame Spider-Man for it. All 3 are minor
roles in which the first two guards have only one line each while the
3rd guard has 2 lines.
(Guard A, Ready to go to work) Almost time for me to take over the Elevator Night Shift! |
(Guard B, Tired & Relieved) It’s about time! I’m bushed! |
(Guard C, Shocked & Horrified) SPIDER-MAN! H-How did you get in? W-What do you want?" |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately Low, Firm, Serious
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: Two cops who arrive to show up at the Lark Building to stop a
thief, they were initially after Spider-Man but end up arresting the
Chameleon instead. I will be casting 2 guys for this role so feel free
to differentiate your voice between the Audition Lines here.
(Officer A, Firm & Commanding) Freeze, Spider-Man! We want those secret plans you stole! |
(Officer B, Dramatic) Look! There he is! |
Voice Type: Any Voice Range, Any Adult Age, Serious, Russian Accent
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: Two U.S.S.R officers who were on a submarine that Chameleon was
going to deliver Secret Missile Plans to until Spider-Man intervened.
Both are minor roles with 1 line each.
(Surprised & Confused) Our hatch is jammed! It won’t open! How will we get the plans, comrade? |
(Panicky) Forget the plans! WE’VE BEEN SEEN!! SUBMERGE! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Youthful, Serious, New Yorker or Irish Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: Cop who appears in the intro to Spidey #6 chasing after the Burglar
who killed Uncle Ben. This is a Minor role with only one line.
(Dramatic) Help— Stop that guy! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Stuck-up, Annoyed, Teenage
Reference Clip: http://picosong.com/wsNsE/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: One of the girls in Flash Thompson’s clique who seems to view Peter
Parker as nothing more than a pathetic loser. While Sally like Liz and
several other girls are attracted to Flash Thompson by his macho looks
and personality but she is apparently rather close to Jason Ionello a
fellow member of Flash’s Clique in goals like trying to figure out who
Spider-Man is to get a reward from the Daily Bugle. (But while Jason has
a crush on Sally her feelings for him are pretty much platonic.) Sally
appears in both Amazing stories but has only one line in each.
(Amazing Fantasy, Annoyed to Love-Struck) Peter, for the umpteenth time,
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(Amazing Spider-Man, Smug & Amused at Peter’s expense) It’ll be more fun with-out him! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Playful, Ditzy, Teenage
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Liz-Allan/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: One of the gals in Flash Thompson’s clique (who even dated Flash
for a while, but lost interest in him when Spider-Man started to become
more popular). While she like the other members of Flash’s clique would
join in on ridiculing Peter Parker she wasn’t really malicious about it
and unlike some of the other members started to grow a conscience around
Peter and later on even show a softer side to him. But while Liz’s
romantic interests did differ over her High School years but over time
she became Harry Osborn’s wife and they even had a son together and had a
good life (until Harry started to follow in his old man’s footsteps
regarding the Green Goblin). While Liz Allen was a normal human all
through the years in the Prime Marvel Universe she has also been
Firestar in some alternate universe stories. Liz appears in both Amazing
Stories and has only has 2 lines in both stories here.
(Amazing Fantasy, Smug & Amused) Peter Parker? He’s Midtown High’s only professional wall flower! |
(Amazing Fantasy, Playful Taunting) Give our regard to the Atom-Smashers, Peter! |
(Amazing Spider-Man #1, Excited) And the admission is only a dollar! |
Voice Type: Moderate to Moderately High, Kind, Motherly, Concerned, Elderly
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Aunt-May/
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy, Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: Peter Parker’s caring aunt who became a widow after Spider-Man’s
debut story (though over the years she has been with multiple men such
as Dr. Octopus, Willie Lumpkin, J.J Jameson’s Father, etc.). While May
is traditionally quite elderly (until recently but that’s a different
story) but she always puts Peter’s well-being first as she tries to take
care of her nephew especially ever since after her husband Ben’s tragic
demise. Likewise Peter Parker is also very protective of Aunt May in
which as Spider-Man he is willing to go to many lengths to save her.
However while May does care very much for her dear nephew there have
been plenty of older stories where Aunt May believes the Daily Bugle’s
hateful articles on Spider-Man and thinks that Spidey is a menace too.
Oh yes and while May appears in both Amazing stories she only has 3
lines in both stories.
(Amazing Fantasy, Warm & Happy) I cooked your favorite breakfast, Petey — Wheatcakes! |
(Amazing Spider-Man, Firm but Kind) No, Peter, you mustn’t! Your uncle
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(Amazing Spider-Man, Concerned & Slightly Angry) Oh dear, I
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Voice Type: Moderate, Kind, Caring
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Fantastic-Four/Invisible-Woman/
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man #1
Bio: Susan Storm (later Richards) is the original (and for many years
only) female member of the Fantastic Four. Sue is known as Johnny
Storm’s elder sister and that she becomes Reed Richards wife (however
she is often desired by Reed’s rivals & adversaries such as Namor
the Sub-Mariner and his arch-foe Dr. Doom). While over the years
Invisible Girl gained different powers such as force fields and energy
projectiles of hard light, her initial (and at first only) power is that
she can turn herself invisible at will. Oh yes and while Reed can
easily be seen as Team Dad of the Fantastic Four she is clearly Team Mom
as she is often concerned for others and has tried to keep some of
Reed’s & Johnny’s personality problems in check.
(Thinking, Trying to sneak up on Spider-Man) While invisible, I might be able to get this rope over our impetuous young friend! |
(Slightly Surprised) Afraid you made a mistake, Spider-Man! We’re a non-profit organization! |
(Concerned & Uncertain) Reed, he’s so powerful and so confused! What
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Voice Type: Moderately High, Cute, Friendly, Smart, Teenage
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Spider-Man/Gwen-Stacy/
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: Gwendolyn “Gwen” Stacey is a rather prominent female supporting
role in the Spider-Man franchise (who recently became a Spider-Girl but
that is a different story). While Gwen is well known for having a
history with Peter Parker however his relationship with him (and to a
lesser extent Harry Osborn) to just good friends or his one true love
can highly vary. However Gwen is the daughter of Police Captain George
Stacy and while they may occasionally disagree on things like Costumed
Vigilantes they do have a good loving relationship. Gwen’s debut in the
comics was in Amazing Spider-Man #31 in December of 1965, while Gwen
came off as a bit uptight and standoffish to Peter during her debut but
it wasn’t long until she became considerably sweeter & nicer. In the
“Spidey” continuity her story is not all that much different from her
main story except that her teacher Mr. Maxwell assigned her and Peter to
tutor each-other and she was dating Flash Thompson. (Though not too
worry folks, the latter is temporary.)
(Reassuring and a little Smug) I’m sure you did great, Peter. You have like the world’s greatest tutor. |
(Happy & Excited) A-Plus, I don’t believe it! We’re a heckuva team, Parker. |
(Awkward and Uncertain) Yes… I mean, of course I want to go… I… told Flash I would go with him yesterday. |
Voice Type: Moderately Low to Low, Calm, Soothing, Robotic, Kind, European Accent (Optional)
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/voice-compare/Iron-Man/Friday/
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: F.R.I.D.A.Y is Iron Man’s backup/alternate A.I program in his suit
that made her debut in Iron Man Vol. 3 #53 in June of 2002. Tony
initially called her Friday as a reference to “His Girl Friday” as a
Secretary AI whom initially had a child-like persona at first until she
started to act rebellious when he started to neglect her. But after Tony
got F.R.I.D.A.Y to spend some time in the Baxter Building she cooled
off and became a good assistant to Tony Stark, in which while she
initially had a child-like presence her appearance became more like a
young woman. However in other adaptations/stories like the Marvel
Cinematic Universe to even the “Spidey” series she has the voice and
mentality of a young woman right from the start. To be more precise in
the “Spidey” series she is Iron Man’s AI program who is Tony’s assistant
who tries to get Tony to be a bit more sensitive to others namely
Spider-Man.
(Note: It’s highly recommended that you add in some vocal effects to
make your F.R.I.D.A.Y voice sound a bit robotic and if you like you can
lower the pitch as well if necessary.)
(Calm to a bit understanding) Based on his height and weight I would say
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(Slightly Amused at the Futility of Vulture’s Attack) That almost tickled. |
(Mildly Scolding, Sympathetic to Spidey) Be kind, sir. |
Voice Type: Moderately High to Moderately Low, Firm, Motherly, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: The Mother of the boy who sees Peter Parker climbing up a building
but doesn’t believe him. This is a minor role with one line.
(Annoyed & Scolding) That’s the last Horror Movie I take you to, young man! |
Voice Type: Moderately High, Boyish, Amazed, New Yorker Accent (Optional)
Appears in: Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: A young boy who sees Peter Parker climbing up a building even
though his mother doesn’t believe him. This is a minor role with one
line.
(Surprised) Mommy! Look at the man walking up the side of a building! |
Voice Type: Any Voice Type, Any Adult Age, Angry, Any Accent
Appears in: Amazing Spider-Man 1
Bio: The crowd of people who join J.J Jameson in his hate for
Spider-Man. Basically just about anyone who auditions for this will be
picked.
(Angry Chanting) FREAK! PUBLIC MENACE!" |
Voice Type: Any Voice Type, Any Age, Scared, Any Accent
Appears in: Spidey #6 Making the Grade
Bio: The People on the Roosevelt Island Lift who feared for their lives
when Vulture severed the cables on the lift until Spider-Man and Iron
Man saved them. I will be casting 3 different VA’s for this role so feel
free to differentiate your voices for each line.
(Scared) AAAAAGHHH! |
(Panicky) Help! |
(Shocked) My Pension! |
Voice Type: Moderate, Slightly Rough, Friendly, Energetic, Elderly, New Yorker Accent
Reference Clips: http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Stan-Lee/
Appears in: X-Men Issue 1, Amazing Fantasy introducing Spider-Man
Bio: Stan “The Man” Lee, legendary Comic Book Writer, prominent force in
Marvel and the co-creator of several Marvel franchises such as X-Men
& Spider-Men (among various others). While Stan has often played the
role of Narrator since the 80s over the years he is well known for his
several cameos often dong various side jobs like Hog Dog Vendor,
Janitor, Security Guard and even Mayor. (Though he has at times played
characters before such as Marvel characters like Willy Lumpkin from
Fantastic Four to occasionally Non-Marvel roles like Papa Smurf from the
Smurfs in MAD TV.) In this production for X-Men Issue 1 and Amazing
Fantasy #15, you will get to do the opening and ending lines in Stan
Lee’s voice (while I will be doing the rest of the narration). So
basically just try to do your best Stan Lee impression.
(X-Men Issue 1 Opening) In the main study of an exclusive private school
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(X-Men Issue 1 Ending) You have just finished the newest, most unusual
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(Amazing Fantasy Spider-Man Opening) Like Costume Heroes?
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