Pembroke Investigates - Season 1

Pembroke Investigates - Season 1

Project Overview

What is this?

I'm excited to share my first project: an audio drama that delves into the realms of mystery and the occult. This original series aims to captivate listeners with intriguing plots and supernatural elements, setting the stage for a collection of thrilling mysteries to come. I hope this initial installment will be the beginning of a captivating series that explores the unknown and keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.


Pembroke Investigates follows Charlie Pembroke, a former cop turned private investigator, as he investigates the theft of an ancient amulet from a museum in the small village of Fort Augustus. What begins as a simple case soon unravels into a dark mystery tied to occult rituals linked to Aleister Crowley.

As Charlie digs deeper, he uncovers secrets involving the museum and its staff, including the mysterious disappearance of employee Jamie. With the help of local officer Grace Bennett, Charlie navigates rising dangers and confronts the town's dark past. The investigation spirals into chaos, leaving Anna, Jamie, and others missing, and the true extent of the ancient powers remains shrouded in mystery.


Requirements

I am seeking enthusiastic individuals for an unpaid project that, if succesful, serves as a springboard for future paid opportunities. This initiative is aimed at those who are passionate about audio recording and voice-over work, offering a valuable chance to collaborate and create something exceptional. Ideal candidates will possess a strong desire to contribute to the project’s success and a willingness to learn and grow in the industry. This project not only provides hands-on experience but also has the potential to lead to paid roles in subsequent endeavors.

Additional Roles

I am looking for contributors to fill additional small roles within the project, ranging from 50 to 200 words in length. These parts offer an excellent opportunity for individuals to showcase their talent and creativity while gaining valuable experience in audio recording and voice-over work. Ideal candidates will bring enthusiasm and dedication to their performances, helping to enhance the overall quality of the production. This is a fantastic chance to be involved in a collaborative environment and to potentially pave the way for future paid opportunities.

Profit Sharing

Once this project is complete I intend to use it as a method of attracting funding for future projects, through Patreon, advertising and any other avenue I can think of. My intention is to provide paid work for artists as soon as possible. While we are working hard to ensure the audio drama's success, I cannot guarantee financial returns at this stage. Compensation will be discussed and provided once the project generates revenue.

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Project Roles: Charlie Pembroke Anna Forrester Noah Thompson Grace Bennett Abbot Alaric Father Oswald Claire Brother Ambrose Elena Mora
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Charlie Pembroke
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Role assigned to: Scott Lister

  • Occupation: Private detective, formerly on the police force.
  • Personality: Serious, methodical, and slightly jaded. Charlie often carries the weight of his past, especially regarding his former career and his unresolved relationship with Anna. He approaches his work with a professional demeanor, but there’s a clear sense of internal conflict and dissatisfaction with his current life. He is tired, both physically and emotionally, but still driven by curiosity and a sense of duty.
  • Role: The protagonist of the story, brought to Fort Augustus to help Anna with a museum theft case. His personal connection to Anna complicates his work.
  • Size of role: 11,000 words

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • male adult
  • generic scottish

  • (Professional) This is voice note 001, for case number FA7638. Yesterday I received a letter from Anna. It was pretty odd because I haven’t heard from her since our university days, in Stirling. It was also odd because she sent a letter, a physical written letter, right to my door.

  • (Friendly) No thanks, I’m having as busy a day as you will be. Give me the full breakfast mate and a large cappuccino.

  • (Coldly) I don’t have time for games. I know about the amulet, the ritual... everything. If you’re involved, now’s the time to come clean. I’m not leaving until I get answers.

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Anna Forrester
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Deferred: Agreed Amount
Role assigned to: Hannah Hebblethwaite

  • Occupation: Museum manager in Fort Augustus.
  • Personality: Warm and charismatic, with a hint of mystery. Anna is passionate about her work at the museum, particularly about its connection to local history and artifacts. She has a flirtatious and nostalgic edge, especially in her communications with Charlie, hinting at a close relationship from their university days. However, beneath her charming exterior, she may be hiding more than she lets on.
  • Role: Anna is the one who invites Charlie to Fort Augustus to investigate the theft of an amulet from the museum. Her connection to the case—and possibly to the occult elements—becomes a source of suspicion.
  • Role size: 2,100 words.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • female adult
  • animation/character
  • generic scottish

  • (Friendly) It has been far too long since Stirling and the final night prom. I do hope you are well. I heard about your leaving the force, I should have gotten in touch then but I thought it best to leave you alone

  • (Shocked) Oh god, (Pause) He’s missing? He doesn’t have a schedule here, he, eh, I had no idea.

  • (Excited that she can help) There’s plenty more. We have some books on the history of the house in the archive. We have a few occult books but you might be better looking in the Abbey Library.

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Noah Thompson
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Deferred: Agreed Amount
Role assigned to: Dan Zsolt

  • Occupation: Innkeeper of the Tuath na Marbh Inn.
  • Personality: Cheerful, talkative, and full of local charm. Noah is friendly, welcoming, and eager to make visitors feel comfortable at the inn. He knows everyone in town and likes to joke around, but there are subtle hints that he knows more about the town's darker secrets than he initially lets on.
  • Role: Noah provides Charlie with lodging during his investigation and serves as a source of local knowledge. His friendly exterior hints at a deeper understanding of the town's workings and the museum's impact on the community.
  • Size of role: 1,200 words

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • male adult
  • generic scottish
  • animation/character

  • (Pleasant but harassed) Sorry bout that, mate. What a day. Not even the season yet but always plenty to do. I’m Noah, welcome to the Tuath na Marbh.

  • (Calm and apologetic) I thought it would make you happy, Mara. How was I supposed to know it would be such a waste.

  • (Cheerful, trying to ease the tension) Completely understand, mate. Not a problem. Come on through.

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Grace Bennett
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Role assigned to: eviecowley02

  • Occupation: Local police officer in Fort Augustus.
  • Personality: Professional, determined, and no-nonsense. Grace is dedicated to her job and takes her responsibilities seriously, though she may not have the resources or experience to handle a case as complex as the one involving the amulet theft and occult rituals. She has a pragmatic approach to the investigation and isn’t easily swayed by speculation, but as events unfold, her role becomes more crucial. Grace also demonstrates loyalty and bravery when she eventually helps save Charlie.
  • Role: Initially a supporting character who assists Charlie in his investigation, Grace becomes more involved as the case grows darker. Her skepticism and grounded nature help balance Charlie’s increasing paranoia about the occult elements of the mystery. By the end, Grace is instrumental in saving Charlie’s life, solidifying her as a vital ally in the investigation.
  • Size of role: 2,500 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • female adult
    • generic scottish
    • female young adult
    • animation/character

    • (Musing) Right. Just a stranger passing through. Nothing interesting about that. No enemies, no one who might want a little look at your private correspondence?

    • (Skeptical) “Fine” isn’t exactly the word I’d use for someone who just got shot at, Charlie.

    • (Firm, professional) Unfortunately, yes, Claire. We’ve been trying to piece together what happened, but... there’s not much to go on. Have you heard anything? Seen anything unusual here at the museum lately?

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    Voice Actor
    Voice Actor
    Abbot Alaric
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    Deferred: Agreed Amount
    Role assigned to: WoodDrake

  • Occupation: Head of the local Abbey.
  • Personality: Calm, composed, and wise, but with an air of mystery. Abbot Alaric is respectful and soft-spoken, but his knowledge of Boleskine Cemetery and the strange occurrences around the town raise suspicion. He seems to hold back certain truths and may be more connected to the occult elements than he appears.
  • Role: The Abbot serves as a mentor figure but also a potential suspect in the unfolding mystery, providing Charlie with cryptic advice about the dangers of his investigation.
  • Size of role: 1,600 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • male senior
    • male adult
    • english (british)
    • animation/character
    • generic scottish

    • (Calmly, almost rhythmic) Good morning, Mr Pembroke. I am Abbot Alaric, the head of our order. Apologies for the welcome and sorry to be talking to you under such circumstances.

    • (Surprised) Well I can’t be sure about the whole time but I went to the library around 5pm. I spoke to the Brother about a call we had received from a University student who was looking to visit as part of their PHD research. I can get you a copy of the phone log from the computer if you like.

    • (reserved) You may speak with Brother Ambrose but our brother, Father Oswald is away for a few days. What do you need from Brother Ambrose?

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    Voice Actor
    Voice Actor
    Father Oswald
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    Deferred: Agreed Amount
    Role assigned to: Cursed with Glorious Purpose

  • Occupation: Monk at the local abbey in Fort Augustus.
  • Personality: Initially comes across as calm, devout, and kind-hearted, but beneath this surface, there is a conflicted and desperate man. Father Oswald's involvement in the case reveals a moral struggle. He is a man who has been swayed by dark forces, driven by a desire for power or control that contradicts his religious duties. His motivations are complicated, as he may have been seduced by the occult or pressured by others.
  • Role: Father Oswald is one of the key players in the darker, occult side of the mystery. His involvement in the rituals and his connection to the amulet complicate his role as a priest. While initially appearing to be a figure of authority and moral guidance, he eventually confesses his part in the unfolding conspiracy. He becomes a pivotal character, caught between the worlds of faith and the occult, and his eventual downfall adds depth to the mystery, revealing how deeply the town's secrets have corrupted even its most trusted figures.
  • Role size: 1,000 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • generic scottish
    • animation/character
    • male adult
    • english (british)

    • (Friendly, alert) Everything? You’re asking about our restricted section? Oh, no. Only Brother Ambrose and the Abbott have access to our restricted section.

    • (Desperate, voice cracking ) You don’t understand! This town—it’s suffocating! Decades of faith, of servitude... but never any change. Never any real answers.

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    Voice Actor
    Voice Actor
    Claire
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    Deferred: Agreed Amount
    Role assigned to: Lizzie Pease

  • Occupation: Receptionist at the museum.
  • Personality: Efficient, friendly, and somewhat nervous. Claire is professional in her role at the museum but carries an underlying tension, especially as the investigation deepens. She admires Anna for her dedication to the museum but becomes visibly unsettled as the mystery surrounding the theft and the occult deepens. Her demeanor suggests that while she may not know everything going on, she’s aware that something is off.
  • Role: Claire serves as a secondary character who provides Charlie with useful information about Anna and the museum. She’s loyal to Anna but increasingly worried about the strange occurrences at the museum. Claire’s unease helps to build the suspense in the story, and she acts as a minor but crucial source of information, helping Charlie make connections between Anna, the museum, and the unfolding mystery.
  • Role size: 1,000 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • female young adult
    • generic scottish
    • animation/character

    • (Thinking to herself) I hope they find him soon. He has gone off before so he might just be at a friends. He likes, erm, (Pause) You’re not the police, are you?

    • (Smiling) I’ll call through, give me a moment. (pause) Hi, Anna. You have a visitor. (Pause) It’s Charlie. (Pause) Okay, okay. (Phone hanging up.) Charlie, she’ll be through in a minute. She’s just finishing up. Would you mind taking a seat?

    • (Uneasy) No, nothing unusual... well, not since the robbery. But Anna—she’s been... distracted. Not herself these past few days.

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    Voice Actor
    Voice Actor
    Brother Ambrose
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    Role assigned to: Robert Willem Lister

  • Occupation: Monk at the local Abbey.
  • Personality: Quiet, devout, and obedient, with a subtle air of mystery. Brother Ambrose is dedicated to his religious duties, often keeping to himself and following the guidance of the Abbot. His reserved nature makes him seem like a background character, but there are hints that he knows more about the strange events happening in the town and the Abbey’s connection to the occult. Though he tries to maintain a low profile, his silence and occasional cryptic remarks suggest he is aware of the darker undercurrents in the Abbey.
  • Role: Brother Ambrose plays a minor but suspicious role. He may act as a silent observer, keeping an eye on Charlie’s investigation without directly getting involved. While he doesn’t take a leadership role in the occult aspects of the case, his proximity to the Abbot and the secrets of the Abbey make him an enigmatic figure, possibly complicit in the cover-up or more involved in the rituals than initially believed. His presence adds to the mystery surrounding the Abbey’s involvement in the events.
  • Role size: 550 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • animation/character
    • generic scottish
    • male senior
    • english (british)

    • (Smug and condescending) This is our collection, Mr Pembroke. Not even two shelves of books. We are a Christian Abbey, Mr Pembroke. We have books which go back to the 18th century because of the past of this wonderful building. But we do not encourage the reading of such blasphemous books nor do we allow access to them.

    • (angry) Abbot, books do not go missing here. They are not lost, miscategorised, misplaced or stolen. In my time here i have never misplaced any book. It must be here.

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    Voice Actor
    Voice Actor
    Elena
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    Deferred: Agreed Amount
    Role assigned to: Gee Cee

  • Occupation: Jamie’s mother.
  • Personality: Distraught, anxious, and protective. Elena is deeply concerned about her son Jamie’s disappearance, and her interactions are driven by a mother’s desperation to find him. Her worry is palpable, and she often comes across as overwhelmed and vulnerable. Beneath her anxiety, though, there may be more complexity, such as guilt or knowledge of Jamie’s involvement in something darker.
  • Role: Elena is a central figure in the missing persons aspect of the mystery. As Jamie’s mother, she is emotionally invested in the case and provides Charlie with information about Jamie’s behavior before his disappearance. While she appears to be an innocent and concerned parent, her closeness to Jamie and possible knowledge of his occult interests may suggest that she knows more than she lets on. Elena’s role in the story helps to humanize the investigation, adding emotional stakes as Charlie digs deeper into what happened to Jamie and how it connects to the theft and rituals.
  • Role size: 510 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • animation/character
    • generic scottish
    • female adult

    • (Tired, worn down but hiding a flicker of mistrust) I—I don’t know anymore. I’m not sure who can help. (Her tone hardens slightly) But if you hear anything... anything, call me. Please. Thank you.

    • (Still forcing a lighter tone, but it feels more brittle now) Sure, I’m heading back now, actually. If you walk with me, you can grab it right away.

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    Voice Actor
    Mora
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    Deferred: Agreed Amount
    Role assigned to: Rhapso Ren

  • Occupation: Co-owner of the Tuath na Marbh Inn (along with her husband, Noah).
  • Personality: Practical, sharp, and resourceful, but with a darker edge. Mora initially presents herself as a hardworking innkeeper, but as the story progresses, her desperation becomes evident. Financially strained and willing to go to extreme lengths to keep the inn afloat, she reveals a more calculating side. She’s someone who can justify unethical actions if it means protecting her livelihood.
  • Role: Mora’s role evolves from being a background character into a key figure in the conspiracy. She becomes involved in the kidnapping and occult-related activities, motivated by her need to save her business. As the investigation unravels, it’s revealed that Mora plotted to kidnap Charlie for financial gain, and she played a part in planting evidence and escalating the danger surrounding the case. Mora’s involvement adds complexity to the mystery, showing how financial desperation can drive even seemingly normal people into darker, more dangerous actions.
  • Role size: 500 words

    • Language:
    • english
    Voice description:
    • female adult
    • animation/character
    • generic scottish

    • (Angrily) We’ve barely made anything since covid. If this summer doesn’t get booked we’re out of a business and a house, Noah, and you’re spending on stupid things like that.

    • (Snarling ) This was never supposed to be like this. I needed the money. Our business—our home—was failing. We were drowning.

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