Introduction:
Hello there! I am currently plotting to bring a long imagined rp setting turned passion project to life and I would like your help! I will likely add more roles as I develop the story, if not on this post then on a new one.
IMPORTANT INFO:
NO PAY - I am (and by extension we are) doing this solely for fun, there is no pay as I simply cannot afford to pay you, do not feel obligated to spend your energy on this if you don't wish to, that being said I would be VERY grateful for anyone willing to help out.
(Small note: While this currently remains true, I would like to secure funding for this in the future, if that becomes the case then this part will change but for now this is voluntary)
FIRST BIG PROJECT - This project is my first big project and in its infancy so I must apologize for my lack of experience, that being said I'll do my best to help you folks however I can.
MULTIPLE CANDIDATES - For our non main character roles I will be taking multiple people on.
18 + ONLY - Respectfully I will not be wrorking with anyone under 18 due to the dark themes of the story.
MY SKILLS - I am primarily a voice actress and writer, I have a little bit of artistic experience but not enough to do this alone.
NO AI - I want to see your work, your talent and your passion, not a computer's mockery.
THEMES - Due to the nature of the project being noir it'll no doubt tackle some sensitive themes such as corruption, discrimination and hopelessness, if this sounds too intense I'm sorry.
MUST HAVE DISCORD - I will only be communicating via discord, if you're chosen then you will meet in the server with the link I send, note that the server is for more than just this one project.
WHO I AM LOOKING FOR - The answer is simply anyone willing to join this, for my VAs I do ask that you have little to no background noise but aside from that I have no major asks, all degrees of skill are welcome here.
OTHER PROJECTS - Should you wish to work with me again after this I will no doubt have something else to do, though if it's what I'm thinking of then it will be very different.
The setting and premise:
"Damstate End City is a cold and unforgiving town, a place where the few gilmmers of hope aren't worth the torment that is life here, it seems to be in a world of its own, cut off from society.
The town seems to be in its bubble where the year is perpetually 1945 and the US has entirely abandoned the people here, it may be in New York state, it may be in the USA but the country would rather sweep this hellhole under the rug, any claims that the president has power here is a lie, his laws and rules are just formalities to attract the naive here.
The City itself is dominated by large Gothic buildings and Art Deco buildings and a few Victorian and Edwardian places mixed in, many buildings are ruined and abandoned but the town lives on like a half-life. The police are mostly corrupt and openly terrible with few exceptions and the city is run officially run by Mayor Diego Chester who's searching for his kids who were taken by the Carmichael family, the Carmichaels are the true owners of the city - they have the entire DECPD (Damstate End City Police Department) in their payroll.
We follow Mayor Chester and his few allies in getting his kids back and restoring the city to it's former glory, their path will be treacherous, unpredictable and filled with tragedy as is the way in the City of the Damned."
If this sounds interesting to you then I would feel honoured and privileged to have you on board.
Note for actors: I don't have sketches for everyone, the ones I do have and I think suit the vision still will accompany their character but these designs might change.
I am currently spreading news around on a few socials to raise attention, I am hoping that this will get a few more eyes on the project, at the moment there's a vast amount of roles to fill, some of which will be harder to find than others, this isn't an order but if anyone who's even mildly interested could share (not that I'll slack on my part) this to anyone they think would be interested I would be very grateful, thank you.
Musician
You will help bring to life the beautifully gloomy, dreary, struggling but hopeful music of Damstate End City, you will be doing both diagetic and non-diagetic music, the project's music will lean very much into noir, bluesy and jazzy sounds so if you're a fan of that (like me) welcome in
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Animator
You will animate all the characters and scenery and anything else that needs animating, you'll help each other out and bring this story to life
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Artist
Your role is to help bring my very crude imagination of the setting and characters to life, some things I have a reference and idea for, other things you'll have complete free reign over
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Video Editor
you will be responsible for applying all the right aesthetics and doing visual clean up to help Damstate End City look as delightfully miserable as possible
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Audio Engineer
you'll help make this project sound good, you'll be responsible for the noises we hear and you'll be in charge of (if you specify you're ok with it) cleaning up our actor's voices and other sound clean up tasks, that being said if you don't think something is possible/easily doable feel free to request retakes
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Writer
you will be working with myself on plotting the stories, throwing around ideas on plots, lore and characters and generally helping out with making my vision come from ideas to text
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Voice Actor
A mixed race man who culturally identifies more with his Hispanic mother's side than his father's side (British American), around 62, he is a Catholic man, he walks with a cane and favours dark green suits
(Cautious) Are you sure, Silk? He's your father...
(Determined) Tell me where the Don has my kids, tell me!
(Sorrowful) Oh God, what's the point, Reggie? This city's doomed... And... And my kids are probably...
Voice Actor
A receptionist for the DECPD who knows far too much about their corruption, she's an ally to the Mayor, Park and Blum, she was raised by her Polish grandparents
I know about Carmichael and the cops, I'm not stupid, Silk!
(Playing up being a damsel) No, no, I- I wouldn't know what you mean, Detective, I'm just the receptionist.
Mr Blum, Schultz is a good man, he's just weary of cops!
Voice Actor
My daughter's a traitor, kill her.
YOU WERE BEATEN BY THAT-?! You're dead, bye.
Is it really a crime to kill your employees? It is? Oh well, they aren't me.
Voice Actor
Mr Carmichael's daughter, she's got deep wounds from her childhood and many would call her broken and a lost cause, she had brown hair and grey eyes, often known for wearing red suits, she's a little bit of a tomboy, she also hates her dad for how he treated her and now works alongside Mayor Chester in exchange for having her death sentence
revoked, she was the Don's hitwoman but one job made her want out, she is a little cold hearted due to her upbringing but wants to become a better person all while hating herself
Mr Chester... I-... Thank you, I know I don't say it enough but I am grateful, you're the only person who even tolerates me... I don't even deserve it!
(Intimidating) Do you want to die, kid? No? Then get the fuck out of the mob, out of the city! Go while you still got dough!
Blummiepie, we really taking the long route? (Singing out of boredom) Anything you can do I can do better, I do anyone better than- (snickering) anyone?! God, I'm so stupid...
Voice Actor
a ginger man from Northern England, sexist prick and corrupt cop, generally a complete bigot in every way
Note: I have provided a vocal reference for any potential voice actors in the audition section. I believe it might help you in your audition. I do not want to play the character, I cannot do the accent, I'm doing this because I have a very specific tone in mind for the him and I believe it would help you to know how he speaks.
Women here? Really? Next they'll be hiring the gays- Oh wait, they have! (Bitter laugh)
(disdainful) 'Vanessa', or should I say Basil? Regardless, you're mentally unstable, can't tell if you're a man or woman, I know you killed Donald Smith
(Scared) Shit- Blum, mate, you wouldn't- I mean... You want me to release the transgender? I will, I'll get him- her out right- right away! (Nervous laugh)
Voice Actor
A cop from England, he's got a Northern English accent and is an alright person, he wants to leave the force but feels being among them would help Mayor Chester have eyes on the inside, he is a little bit confused about things but tries to mask it with being thorough
Hey Vince, is that Tiny fella a man or woman? (Nodding along like he could tell) Ah right, see I knew he wasn't one of those uh... You know?
(Enraged) SHUT THE FUCK UP ROLAND OR I'M RAMMING MY PIECE UP YOUR ARSE AND SHOOTING EVERY FUCKING ROUND!!!!
(Trying to act stoic but failing) The mobs killed my sister, that's why I can't forgive that 'Silk' lady, I'm sure she's serious or whatever but... I just- I can't forgive them types
Voice Actor
private investigator who is essentially the archetypal noir detective, jaded, sarcastic, a little cold, he wants so desperately to think better of the world but he can't, the city has beaten him down, the only reason he's still going on is to hopefully make the city a better place
Note: I want Schultz to sound something like Humphrey Bogart or Rod Serling, that sort of vibe
(Cold) Where is Vanessa? If Carmichael's got her I'll make you die, and I want you to know there's no God, no heaven, you'll be as you are - nothing!
(Quipping) When you're slapped you'll take it and like it!
(Happy) Thank Christ I didn't bet on the races (laugh)
Voice Actor
A second generation Korean immigrant who tries his best to seem as American as possible (Roland is why), he's reserved and quite, a polite young man, certainly younger than his partner (not romantic) Blum, he is a little too kind sometimes because he wants to be a beacon of positivity and hope
(Nervous) Mr Blum... Should we really be here? Seems a little sketchy.
(Vindicated) Richardson, it's him, I knew it!
Do you prefer "Detective Blum" or "Mister Blum" or... (Teasing) Nevermind, Reginald will do.
Voice Actor
a woman with her own, entirely woman-run mob, she wants to fight against Carmichael and misogyny, she has fiery hair (hence the name) and is known for her rule of not getting civilians caught in her crossfire, she's pretty honourable as far as the city is concerned
(Prideful) Like the view, Don? No? Didn't think so.
(Furious) Say that again, piggy, and I'll bust your chops!
(Desperate) I WILL KILL CARMICHAEL, EVEN IF I DIE TOO!!!
Voice Actor
transgender woman, singer at Rita's and the future girlfriend of Harry Schultz, she's a very tough person despite her soft appearance, she gets hit on lots and can't shake the feeling that she's a spectacle for people (pref trans vas)
(bitter) Oh, please, you think I don't know what they think? They're single men, single lustful men with a thing for people they hate, it's a power thing.
(hopeful) You really think that, Harry? That this shit hole can be saved?
(Singing) Oh yes, oh yes, take the good advice I give, oh yes, oh yes, as long as you live you'll be dead if you die, if you die you're dead just as long as you live
Voice Actor
a rich queerphobe who's having relations with the very people he hates
(Note for those auditioning: make him sound as arrogant as possible, he thinks he's better than everyone and even if he saw a god in front of his eyes he'd still ask them to pass the salt)
Now, now, why would I be partaking in "activities" involving such impure sorts?
Detective, if this is all you have to say then I'll be on my way.
Do you seriously think I care about it? It was a fun bit of fun, that's all.
Voice Actor
The corrupt DECPD police captain, there's no one higher than him because they "mysteriously" vanished, he will pretend to be a good man but he's absolutely not even if he thinks he is, he cares about his detectives but is obviously not a good person for it.
Dear citizens, I wholeheartedly assure you that Miss Jackson will be found alive and well, you have my word.
You want my advice, Blum? Stay out of the Thatcher's Factory case, it's nothing, just some lazy boss hiring illegal immigrants for cheap labour.
(Threatening) I'm serious, stay out of the Thatcher's case.
Voice Actor
Deceased wife of Diego Chester, she might appear in flashbacks and nightmares
Diego? Is it true? Carmichael can't have overthrown you, right?
(Frightened) Who are you? I have no ties to the mob, okay? Just let me go!
(Terrified, dying) Diego, Diego, they've got me! And our sons, they have our... Sons
Voice Actor
Diego Chester's eldest son, he's around 20-25, he will mainly be present in flashbacks and nightmares
(Annoyed) You think you're so funny Robyn?! You've been annoying dad all year
(Frightened) Uh... Michael? Who's that man?
(Teasing, taunting) You failed us dad, you're a pathetic excuse for a father, the only favour you can do us is die.
Voice Actor
Diego Chester's younger son, primarily in flashbacks and nightmares, he's around 19-21
(Overjoyed) Oh my God! Gabriel, look, it's Jessica, I hear she's got really good lungs!
(bored) As much as you enjoy these debates, I enjoy having ACTUAL fun!
(Drunken singing) Oh the weather outside is... Frightful but the fire is so delightful... (Spoken) I can't wait to see dad's face when he sees my gift.
Voice Actor
Vanessa's abusive ex, until his death where he'll die in a mob shootout
(Angry) You think I care about what it looked like, bitch?! That man was trying to bag you, he wanted- nah, he wouldn't.
(overly sweet and protective) Darling, you should have told me! Seriously, you should have, you don't know what he'd do if he found out about your 'wand'!
Me? Fucking that broad? Never! I'd rather be shot than with her.
Voice Actor
An effeminate, beautiful and flamboyant man, he'll be one of Rowan's many flings and a friend of Vanessa, he is very witty and thick skinned, he secretly works as an informant for Fire
Note: he can be Irish American or just Irish or just American
(Sarcastic) Why you're particularly kindhearted!
(Annoyed) Vanessa, dear, if I may be so bold... I don't think Donald's good for you, sure this city's a shithole, but there's still at least a few better woman-attracted men out there, (Joking) Sorry, darling girl, I like men... And you pretransition doesn't count!
(Threatening) Mr Carbone, remember that if I wanted to, I could tell your wife about your preferred use of that tongue (laughs), so don't piss me off.
Voice Actor
Detective Roland Richardson's (police) partner, he's just as bigoted but half his age.
Roland, why do WE have to investigate some schlub who was fucking that showgirl?
I don't care, shut up.
Next they'll be asking us to worship kiddie fiddler's!
Voice Actor
Give me varied voices, they can be tough, cowardly, smart, brutes, whatever, have fun with them
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
You think the Don would be pissed?
Who cares? Let's just fuck around and find out.
PLUG THESE DICKHEADS!
Voice Actor
I envision these folks as slimy corrupt bigoted louts
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
Who cares? Bitches die every week.
Boo hoo, your father died, I don't care
We're not monsters!
Voice Actor
Have fun, sound however you like
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
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Voice Actor
these are your patrolmen and other such cops, the average joes, not some big shot detectives, they're typically more naive to the department's corruption but that doesn't mean they're not complicit, feel free to vary the voices in harshness, they're not all complete scum but there's still lots of assholes there
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
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Voice Actor
small time thieves and muggers, nothing compared to the mobs but they're still a perceived threat, that being said I don't want every single criminal to be evil, they're just people and in some ways more honourable than the DECPD because at least they never pretended to be protectors of justice
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
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Voice Actor
These are performers, actors, circus people, singers, comedians and more. These are voices of people who bring what little happiness they can into Damstate End City, truly a noble cause... Just uh... Don't ask them about their income
NOTE: For the people doing singers feel free to sing whatever you think would fit, for the people playing actors a transatlantic accent is preferred
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
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Voice Actor
Be as believable or ridiculous as you want.
Please note that if I like your voice the character might get a bigger role but only if you're interested and this is not a guarantee, do not expect that they will become a bigger part of the plot
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