Pokémon Red and Blue - Pre-Battle Dialogue

Pokémon Red and Blue - Pre-Battle Dialogue

Project Overview

In the world of Pokémon, when two trainers meet a battle must follow. But before that happens, your opponent has one chance to make a first impression, to say something menacing or tough before the battle begins. Who makes the most of that opportunity, and who doesn't succeed where it counts?

This is the subject of a video I'm working on, rating the pre-battle dialogue in Pokémon Red & Blue. I'm only doing "regular" trainers here; no Gym Leaders, no rivals, no one with a name outside of the class that they've been given.

The problem? There are 317 trainers in the game. As such, I'm looking to you all for help.

This is a fairly lax casting call in the sense that as long as you meet a few criteria, you'll have a 99% chance of making it into the video. To make things easier, the roles are divided by trainer type, with a generic "trainer" option available if you don't have a strong preference in regards to who you voice.

When submitting your audition:

- Please provide a voice file with one (1) reading of each provided line, ensuring that background noise is kept to a minimum and that you are audible. Don't worry too much about emoting; these characters are pretty blank slates.

- Please provide either a Discord account or an email address so I can reach out to you (my Discord is nomorespearows). If you'd prefer to keep contact on Casting Call Club instead, please let me know that as well.

- PLEASE AUDITION FOR ONLY ONE ROLE. I will not be double-casting in this project. That said, if you audition for a specific trainer class and no more roles are available, you may send an additional audition for another class.

This is a massive undertaking, but as the saying goes, I've gotta cast 'em all. Thank you for your time!

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Latest Updates

  • Project Update (Or: What Happens Now?)

    Hello!

    So let's get the obvious out of the way: I am not anywhere close to the 317-person goal needed for this project. In terms of lines submitted, I'm at about 10%; in terms of interested parties, maybe a little over 25%. I was hoping for a bit of a better turnout, but I am infamously bad at self-promotion.

    But in terms of those who helped with this project, I can't thank you all enough. Whether this is your first foray into VA work or you're a veteran, you have played a pivotal part in this undertaking. If you auditioned and did not hear back from me, again, please make sure that you have provided a means for me to get in contact with you, whether it be through Discord, email, or just asking for a message sent here on CCC.

    I am accepting auditions even though the deadline has passed. Alternatively, if you would prefer that I extend the deadline, that can be done as well.

    Thank you all again! I hope to have the project finished and uploaded by the end of 2026, and I will post a link here when that day comes.

  • Week One Update

    Hello! Thanks to everyone who has auditioned for this project so far; I'm in the process of getting in contact with (most of) you.

    If you don't hear word from me, it's because you didn't provide an email address or a Discord account on your submission (or you're that probably-bot who auditioned with a two-minute demo reel rather than what I asked for). If you're still interested in being involved with the project, please add that information.

    Also: if you know anyone else who would be interested in this project, please don't hesitate to share this with them! I'm not even 10% of the way there in terms of the number of VAs I need, and anything and everything helps.

    Thank you again for working with me on this!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Trainer
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

If you don't have a preference as to what type of trainer you'd like to be, audition for this role instead.

  • I traveled out here just so I could battle you.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Bug Catcher
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Bug Catchers are young trainers passionate about raising and battling Bug Pokémon. What they lack in talent, they make up for in enthusiasm.

There are 13 Bug Catchers in total.

Voice description:
  • male child
  • Hey! You have POKEMON! Come on! Let's battle 'em!

  • There aren't many bugs out here.

  • I got up early every day to raise my POKEMON from cocoons!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Youngster
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Youngsters are, well, young trainers, out on the same type of journey that you are. They typically lack the maturity needed to take that next step in terms of gaining the strength needed to succeed.

There are 12 Youngsters in total.

Voice description:
  • male child
  • Hi! I like shorts! They're comfy and easy to wear!

  • Let's go, but don't cheat!

  • I just became a trainer! But, I think I can win!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Jr. Trainer (Male)
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Later referred to as "Campers," these young men have a penchant for the outdoors. For whatever reason, they seem to have a cocky attitude.

There are 9 male Jr. Trainers total.

Voice description:
  • male child
  • Stop right there, kid! You're still light years from facing BROCK!

  • I'm a cool guy. I've got a girl friend!

  • Have you found a MOON STONE?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Lass
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Young women who tend to train Pokémon as more of a hobby than anything. Often prefer cute creatures even if they aren't as useful in battle.

There are 18 Lasses in total.

Voice description:
  • female child
  • My friend has a cute POKEMON. I'm so jealous!

  • I like NIDORAN, so I collect them!

  • Don't bring any bugs or fire POKEMON in here!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Super Nerd
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Dweeby sorts who prefer the theory of Pokémon to actually battling them. Their book smarts far outweigh their social intelligence.

There are 9 Super Nerds in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Hey, stop! I found these fossils! They're both mine!

  • You look good at POKEMON, but how's your chem?

  • You can't win! I have studied POKEMON totally!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Hiker
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Mountain men who thrive in the outdoors. They are a carefree sort who see battling as a hobby or a way to get to know someone better.

There are 15 Hikers in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • WHOA! You shocked me! Oh, you're just a kid!

  • Bwahaha! Great! I was bored, eh!

  • Ah! This mountain air is delicious!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Rocket
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Members of Team Rocket, an organization bent on world domination led by the nefarious Giovanni. Despite their ruthless nature, they sometimes fail to act as menacing as they appear.

There are 40 Rockets in total, making them the most common type of trainer in the game.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • We, TEAM ROCKET, are POKEMON gangsters!

  • I'm guarding this poster! Go away, or else!

  • I am one of the 4 ROCKET BROTHERS!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Swimmer
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Water-loving men frequently fought on the open sea. They tend to focus more on themselves than their Pokémon.

There are 15 Swimmers in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Have to warm up before my swim!

  • These waters are treacherous!

  • Why are you riding a POKEMON? Can't you swim?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Jr. Trainer (Female)
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Later referred to as "Picnickers," these are Jr. Trainers who are girls rather than boys. They have similar interests, but are a little more mature than their masculine counterparts.

There are 23 female Jr. Trainers in total.

Voice description:
  • female child
  • Don't you dare condescend me!

  • I'm feeling a bit faint from this tough hike.

  • What's cool? Trading POKEMON!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Gentleman
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Older, often retired trainers. They tend to be a bit brash, and prefer to be left unbothered.

There are 5 Gentlemen in total.

Voice description:
  • male senior
  • I travel alone on my journeys! My POKEMON are my only friends!

  • You pup! How dare you barge in!

  • When I was in the Army, LT. SURGE was my strict CO!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Sailor
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Sea dogs who work on or near the S.S. Anne. They pride themselves on the strength of both themselves and their Pokémon.

There are 8 Sailors in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • You know what they say about sailors and fighting!

  • Matey, you're walking the plank if you lose!

  • This is no place for kids!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Fisherman
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Patient men who spend their days waiting for a big catch. Some don't mind passing the time with a battle, but their hauls aren't always the strongest.

There are 11 Fishermen in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Hello stranger! Stop and chat! All my POKEMON are from the sea!

  • The FISHING FOOL vs. POKEMON KID!

  • Hey, don't scare away the fish!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Rocker
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Musicians who work with Electric types.

There are 2 Rockers in total, tied for the least in the game.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • I'm a lightweight, but I'm good with electricity!

  • Electricity is my specialty!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
PokéManiac
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Men who take their passion for Pokémon perhaps too seriously. Unfortunately, their passion does not always net them results in battles.

There are 7 PokéManiacs in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Wow, are you a POKEMANIAC too? Want to see my collection?

  • Do you know about costume players?

  • If you can get through here, you can go meet the ELITE FOUR!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Channeler
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Sagely women who seek to communicate with the dead. Unfortunately, over 75% of them have been possessed by the ghosts haunting Pokémon Tower.

There are 16 Channelers in total.

Voice description:
  • female senior
  • Be cursed with me! Kwaaah!

  • Give...me...blood...

  • POKEMON take on the appearance of their trainers. Your POKEMON must be tough, then!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Gambler
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Older men who bet it all in battles. More than winning or losing, it's the thrill of the match that keeps them playing.

There are 6 Gamblers in total.

Voice description:
  • male senior
  • I'm a rambling, gambling dude!

  • Competition! I can't get enough!

  • Fwahaha! I have never lost!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Beauty
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Lovely ladies who tend to raise Pokémon as more of a pastime than anything. They tend to see your player character as a "cutie."

There are 14 Beauties in total.

Voice description:
  • female adult
  • Pleased to meet you. My hobby is POKEMON training.

  • Oh, I just love your ride! Can I have it if I win?

  • Look at my grass POKEMON! They're so easy to raise!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Cooltrainer (Female)
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Later referred to as "Ace Trainers," these are among the best of the best in terms of Pokémon battlers. They take it seriously, and expect you to do the same.

There are 4 female Cooltrainers in total.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • Welcome to CELADON GYM! You better not underestimate girl power!

  • Trainers live to seek stronger opponents!

  • I'll show you just how good you are!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Blackbelt
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Martial artists who emphasize raw power in both themselves and their Pokémon. Suffice to say, their strategies aren't always the best.

There are 8 Blackbelts in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Hoohah! You're trespassing in our FIGHTING DOJO!

  • Nothing tough frightens me! I break boulders for training!

  • I'm the KARATE KING! Your fate rests with me!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Scientist
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Scholars that prefer Electric and artificial Pokémon. Curiously, the ones who battle you tend to be involved with some sort of evil scheme.

There are 13 Scientists in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • I support TEAM ROCKET more than I support SILPH!

  • That rotten PRESIDENT! He shouldn't have sent me to the TIKSI BRANCH!

  • This place is ideal for a lab.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Juggler
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Performers who dazzle with their techniques. They have an enigmatic quality about them...

There are 7 Jugglers in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Strength isn't the key for POKEMON! It's strategy! I'll show you how strategy can beat brute strength!

  • I wanted to become a ninja, so I joined this GYM!

  • Ah, so you wish to challenge the ELITE FOUR?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Psychic
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Mentalists who naturally train Psychic Pokémon.

There are 4 Psychics in total.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • SABRINA is young, but she's also our LEADER! You won't reach her easily!

  • You know that power alone isn't enough!

  • Does our unseen power scare you?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Engineer
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Electrical workers found on Route 11.

There are 2 Engineers total, tied for the least in the game.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Careful! I'm laying down some cables!

  • Watch out for live wires!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Bird Keeper
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Ornithological young men who keep their eyes to the skies. They stick with Flying Pokémon rather than the "Bird" type that may or may not exist.

There are 15 Bird Keepers in total.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • I always go with bird POKEMON!

  • Have you taught your bird POKEMON how to FLY?

  • Kurukkoo! How do you like my bird call?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Biker
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Punks who love riding motorcycles. They prefer tough Pokémon that match their attitudes.

There are 15 Bikers in total.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • C'mon, c'mon. Let's go, let's go, let's go!

  • We're BIKERs! Highway stars!

  • Fork over all your cash when you lose to me, kid!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Cue Ball
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Later referred to as "Roughnecks," these big bruisers mean business. They could beat you in a fistfight, but their Pokémon battling doesn't always match.

There are 9 Cue Balls in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • I'm feeling hungry and mean!

  • There's no money in fighting kids!

  • Nice BIKE! Hand it over!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Tamer
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Trainers who use less conventional means to raise their Pokémon. Perhaps even more than Team Rocket, their Pokémon are tools rather than partners.

There are 5 Tamers in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • I also study the way of the ninja with master KOGA! Ninja have a long history of using animals!

  • Your POKEMON will cower at the crack of my whip!

  • POKEMON and I, we make wonderful music together!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Burglar
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Thieves who look for loot in abandoned locations. Some have tried changing their ways, to varying degrees of success.

There are 6 Burglars in total.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • I can't get out! This old place is one big puzzle!

  • I just like using fire POKEMON!

  • I was a thief, but I became straight as a trainer!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Cooltrainer (Male)
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Later referred to as "Ace Trainers," these are the male variety. Like their feminine counterparts, they're among the best of the best, and won't hold back when facing off against a worthy opponent.

There are 6 male Cooltrainers in total.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • The truly talented win with style!

  • I can see you're good! Let me see exactly how good!

  • I heard rumors of a child prodigy!

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