Murder Drones: Retold - CASTING CALL
Project Overview
Murder Drones: Retold is a Retelling of Indie Web-Series Murder Drones, set on the desolate exo-planet of Copper-9. A complete new vision of the classic story with new and changed elements to compliment a brand new production.
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Uzi Doorman is the protagonist of the series (Duh).
An angsty, cranky and misfortunate Teenager who is angry at the world. On a journey to find success in saving her colony, and the planet as a whole from the dreaded Disassembly Drones.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Giving Attitude, Defeat] "No, I can't get my railgun back, because it was confiscated until the end of the day! (Groans) why can't I win, Thad?..."
[Emotional, Angry] "You were NEVER there for me, so y’know what?! Stay distant. I'll even ensure it. Dad, I banish MYSELF. But I suppose to you, that’d be no different than any other day…"
[Mischievous, Giving Attitude] "BITE ME! (Maniacally Giggles)"
Thad is the Secondary-Protagonist of the show.
A charming, loveable goofball with a desire to protect his colony.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Reassuring, Advice] "When me and the guys are stuck between a rock and a hard place during a match, we look at the other team and figure out what they’ve got going that we don’t, what makes them tick and makes them stronger, you know?”
[Friendly, Shocked, Reassuring] “Hey Uzi! How’d the presentation g- oohhhh. I-It doesn’t look TOO bad! In fact, I think it looks…pretty badass!”
[Confident, Aggressive] "“You’ve just picked a fight with the greatest defence force across all of Copper-9’s outposts, all trained under Mr. Doorman himself! So if you wanna take the lives of this colony, you’ll have to get through the WDF first!”"
Serial Designation N (or, N) is the deuteragonist of the show.
Friendly and Caring in person, but behind his happy-go-lucky attitude; N is a dangerous killing machine, bent on ensuring the Workers are disassembled at Outpost-3.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Joyful, Informative] “Thank J for most of that! If we’re to pledge our loyalty to JCJenson, we gotta keep the equipment they provide us with in the best condition possible!”
[Worrisome, Panicky) “Aren’t you even the least bit… I don’t know… curious… as to what the alternative intention may be with us against the workers... If there is one! We don’t seem all that different when you take the time to think about it, they have weapons just like us, they’re trying to survive just like us, who’s to say we’re less in the dark than they are?!-”
[Defeated, Sad] “(Sigh) You stand up to an authority figure and this is what you get. I’m such a screw up… Guess I’ll just lay here and… Slowly die…”
Serial Designation J (or, J) is a side-antagonist in the show.
A Snarky, Bossy and Overconfident Disassembly Drone, the leader of the Outpost-3 Trio. She will stop at nothing while disassembling Worker Drones, all in the name of JCJenson!
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Angry, Yelling] "ONE JOB! YOU HAD ONE JOB! AND NOW, WE’RE MAROONED HERE ON THIS PALE, WHITE, SPEC BECAUSE YOU COULDN’T TELL THE BRAKE FROM THE ACCELERATOR!-
[Condescending] "It’s just protocol, buddy… Thanks for getting the doors open though, we’ll put in a good word for you when we return to HQ. Just sit tight, it’ll be over soon!"
[Nervous] (Nervous Chuckle) Interested… In a JCJenson Branded Pen?...
Lizzy is a Supporting Character in the show.
A preppy, snarky and condescending Cheerleader. She commonly follows through on bullying Uzi; but has an underlying softer side.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Snarky, Raised-Voice] "More biting and less barking would be a start, Loser!"
[Confused, Annoyed] "What were all those loud noises about? I’m trying to like… Watch something."
Nori is a Supporting Character in the show.
A Cool, caring and sweet mother who commits to her role in the family.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Motherly, Playful] "Stop worrying, I can look after myself out here, and so can this little gremlin! Can’t you?"
[Panicked, Confused] "What’s gotten into you?!"
Rebecca is a Supporting Character in the show.
Inspired by Lizzy, she is meaner and even snarkier; retaining preppy qualities.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Angry, Snarky] "HEY! Don’t be dissing the tanktop, you-"
Sam is a Supporting Character in the show.
A laid-back, stoned classmate of Uzi's, who doesn't do much.
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[Stoned, Genuinely Curious] "But, like… aren’t our only weapons those clunky human ones?"
Braiden is a Supporting Character in the show.
A whiny, preppy and stuck-up classmate of Uzi's. Often making others annoyed, he simply does not care and continues to do so willingly.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
[Snarky, Annoying] "So... Your upgrade for guns was another gun?..."
Brad is a Supporting Character in the show.
A meaner and lazier jock, he is friend with Thad and dates Rebecca throughout the series.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
Note: Brad was originally Darren from Episode Four of the OG Series.
- Deep Voice
[Cocky, Chill] "Pfft, yeah sure dude. What about you, Chad?"
Chad is a Supporting Character in the show.
The Glue of the Jocks, a fun and chill yet shy guy who everyone enjoys being around.
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[Shocked, Confused] "Robojesus! I’ve never heard those things ACTUALLY go off!"
Sarah is a Supporting Character in the show.
Thad and Lizzy's mother and a detective working at the WDF. She cares for her family deeply, no matter how much trouble it lands her in.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
NOTE: Character is originally from Episode Two of the OG Series.
[Panicked] "Mr. Doorman, any signs of my family yet!? Please, Tell me!"
Sean is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A Laid-Back, fun yet professional WDF Member.
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- High voice
[Confused, Curious] "And when I looked back, it was just kinda there, beeping! Near the labs."
Garrett is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A more experienced, Serious veteran working at the WDF
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- gravelly voice
[Serious] "No, Sir… Not a spec of a clue on emanations or locations. Just the signal and the general area."
Natalie is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A straight-forward and serious WDF Member who works alongside Garrett and Sean.
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[Serious, Raised-Voice] "Long distance communication online, Sir! Patching you through to the other colony’s leaders!"
The Colony Leaders are Minor Characters in Episode One.
Self-Explanatory; Serious and independent Colony Leaders across the planet of Copper-9.
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They may be any gender, it does not matter.
[Serious, Curious] 7: "This is Outpost 7 receiving request for communication, what seems to be the problem?"
[Serious] 4: "Just pitching in after hearing from Outposts 2 and 5, similar signals were received by us thirty minutes ago. No word from Outpost 1."
[Serious] 6: "Colonies, this is Outpost 6 reporting that we’re going into lockdown just to be safe."
Colony Leader 2 is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A slightly more unsure Colony Leader.
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They may be any gender, it does not matter.
[Panicked, Informative] "Outpost 3, this is Outpost 2, reporting that we have picked up a disturbance!"
Armed Worker Drone #1 is a Minor Character in Episode One.
One of the Soldiers at the WDF.
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- male adult
[Workplace Banter yet Serious] "Mr. Doorman, how nice of you to show."
Armed Worker Drone #2 is a Minor Character in Episode One.
Another Soldier at the WDF.
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- male adult
[Relieved] "We’re clear!"
(Scream of Terror)
Outpost Guard is a Minor Character in Episode One.
The Guard of the Outpost, remaining outside Door One.
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- male adult
[Friendly, Inviting] "Welcome home, Mrs. Doorman!"
Janitor is a Minor Character in the series.
The Janitor of the school, tired of life...
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- male adult
[Tired, Unamused] "No running in the halls."
Riley is a Minor Character in the series.
An innocent classmate of Uzi's, fearful of everything.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
NOTE:
Character is originally from Episode One of the OG Series. (So not the VIBE!!!)
[Fearful, Confused] "Is it supposed to be red?... And smoking?..."
Todd is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A WDF Member and common Friend of Khan who works behind Door One, playing Gin Rummy.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
NOTE:
Character is originally from Episode One of the OG Series. (Gin Rummy Guy, Tehe)
[Calm, Supportive] "Khan, you’ve been tapping those little piggies of yours together for twenty seven minutes, just go out and find her already!"
[Yelling, Panicked] "SHUT IT!"
Worker Drone General is a Minor Character in the series.
A Serious, Hard-working yet caring General who works directly beside Khan in WDF situations.
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- male adult
[Calm, Collected] "(Clears Throat) Sir. We have ensured that all exits are properly welded shut, sir."
[Yelling, Authoritative] "GRANT! CHECK THE SCANNER. MAKE SURE EVERYONE’S HERE AND SHUT THAT DAMN DOOR IF SO. THAT’S AN ORDER!"
Grant is a Minor Character in Episode One.
A WDF Soldier who works at General Mechanics and Door Controls.
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We are looking for semi-similar voices in each role to canon; but if you want to give us your own interpretation (as long as it's not too distant from the OG). That is fine.
NOTE:
Character is originally from Episode One of the OG Series. (V's Introduction, His Death).
[Guilty] "May god bless the souls that are left outside…"
(Scream of Terror)
We require someone(s) who can replicate the sound of the OG show's OST, while possibly bringing a new twist; offering a fresh take on the music.
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Someone who can help with general Sound Design (Sound Effects 'n stuff) for Retold.
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We require Storyboard Artists who can help us with the Storyboarding phase of production.
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We require Animatic-Animators who can animate in 2D for the episode's visuals.
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You will be given a style to work with once Production begins.
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An Optional Role for 3D Modellers, if you are interested in helping us.
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An Optional Role for 3D Animators, if you are interested in helping us.
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