NO AI
CONTENT WARNINGS:
This project contains some profanity, fictional violence, death, some elements of gore, photosensitivity/epilepsy, and disturbing imagery that may be harmful for some audiences.
I WILL cast ahead of the deadline. If I could remove the deadline, I would. I don't want there to be a deadline for anything.
STATUS: 2 scripts, concept art, some VAs
https://www.youtube.com/@POSSUMPORIUM YT CHANNEL (this is where episodes will be uploaded)
https://discord.gg/PxUHtuYBH3 DISCORD SERVER (for crew and followers, I WILL SEND YOU A PERSONAL LINK IF YOU GET ASSIGNED A ROLE)
https://possumporium.carrd.co
This project is partially inspired by FNaF, but mainly inspired by The Walten Files by Martin Walls on YouTube. It'll present itself at first as a normal animated kids' show, but slowly reveal some dark truths beneath. It will switch between analog and a more animated short-film-esque format (the art style between the in-universe cartoon and the in-universe real life will be different). I will try my best to avoid cliches and such within the writing and how I present things, as the premise is already a cliche in and of itself. It will be written, storyboarded, and animated by me; I may, in the future, enlist the help of another animator or storyboarder. If you audition, I may set you to play multiple roles. Let me know if you do not want to play multiple roles. Also, the realistic portraits of some characters are placeholders and will not be used in the final product.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
-A semi-reasonable Microphone with little to no background noise.
-MUST be 13+, due to the main source of communication for this project being Discord, and also because of the themes listed.
-Be able to raise your voice! Some scenes may require a lot of shouting or screaming to convey emotion.
-Audition if you know you'll be able to stick around for the whole series.
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This story's protagonist is the founder's daughter, who has found some tapes in her attic that seem to belong to her father. She's never seen them or even heard of them. As she watches them, she realizes there is more just beneath the surface.
Possumporium is a restaurant chain with lively, colorful animatronic entertainers, with fine dining and fun for the whole family!
Our mascot, Pierre the Possum, and his gang of other colorful characters, such as Kaden the Chickadee, Peng the Panda, and Macy the Maine Coon Cat, were made out of passion by our founders, Barry Randall and Callan Graham, for entertaining children!
Possumporium may have restaurants all around the United States, but we mustn't forget its hometown, Portland, Maine! Some of our dearest entertainers are even Maine-based animals, really showing the love the founders have for their home state!
I'm closing the 3D modeler role as I keep getting fake auditions (idk why since it's unpaid). I know a bit about Blender and I'm going to keep learning and make it myself, and I may just film real life stuff as well if I can. I hope you understand!
I just wanted to thank everyone who auditioned, even if I didn't pick you or won't pick you, I was surprised that I got any at all and especially how quickly they came in. I also want to say that I apologize if it takes me a minute to respond to things as I'm in college and am pretty busy during the weekdays. I appreciate each and every one of your auditions and wanting to contribute to this project. Thank you, and have a good day everyone!!
Pierre the Opossum is a mischievous little guy, but despite that loves his friends and will do anything for them. She is the leader of the band. They’re the lead electric guitarist. Any/All pronouns. Voice claim: Monokuma (Brian Beacock) from "Danganronpa" or Max from "Sam & Max: Freelance Police"
Boomboxes, assemble! First practice with the full band for our gig next week. Everyone ready?
Let’s just see how we sound together, alright? I’ll lead, Macy sets the beat, and Peng comes in strong with the vocals. Kaden, you back us up with those sweet keys.
Next stop, the gig! Boomboxes are gonna rock the stage. Let’s keep practicing and make sure we’re as tight as we were just now.
Kaden the Chickadee, a gentle but energetic little bird, loves to roller skate and be around his friends. He’s a keyboardist. They/He. Voice claim: N from Murder Drones (Michael Kovach).
Ready as ever! Just, uh… hoping not to trip mid-song.
Yeah! It’s gonna be fun. Just us, some sunshine, and a whole lot of adventure!
Sorry, guys. Maybe I should stop skating while playing…
Macy the Maine Coon Cat, is a punk tomboy who has an endless amount of energy but can be soothing and calm or serious when she needs to be, typically around Peng, whom she is rather close to. She’s the drummer and backup singer. She/They. Voice claim: Bobby Pinn from "Date Everything!"
We got this. Let’s crank it up! We’ll figure out the balance as we go.
Then we pick you up. No one here is perfect. Look at Kaden. He skates while playing keys, and Pierre’s got so much energy he sometimes forgets we need to slow down. But together, we make up for those things.
It’s good to take things slow. You don’t have to change who you are, Peng. We love you just the way you are.
Peng the Panda, while being shy and rather reclusive, still loves being around her friends and is rather close with Macy. She’s the lead singer. She/Her. Voice claim: Blue Diamond from "Steven Universe"
I… I just don’t think I’m loud enough. Maybe I’m not meant to be the lead singer.
I couldn’t have done it without you all. Thanks for believing in me.
Thanks, Macy. I guess... I was worried that I’d disappoint you all by not being more outgoing.
DISCARDED.
they/it/he/xe
voice claim: Bill Cipher from "Gravity Falls"
they left me here to rot
is anyone there?
someone anyone please
founder
voice claim: Varrick from "The Legend of Korra"
he/him
We can't just cover it up, Callan!
Would you um... maybe wanna do something after?
Welcome to Possumporium!
co-founder
voice claim: Helly from “Severence”
she/her
It's the only thing we can do if we want to keep our restaurant, our jobs, Randall!
No, Randall, we both have work we must attend to and I'm not letting you procrastinate again.
And here are our state-of-the-art animatronics, in which I- WE built with our own two hands.
PROTAGONIST
Daughter of Barry Randall
she/her
So, I was just up in the attic looking for something, and I find these weird tapes of a show I've never even heard of.
The credits have my dad's name in them, I wonder why he never told me he had his own show. This is pretty awesome!
That can't be it, there has to be more! I'm sure there is, I'm gonna ask him, I gotta know!
*Say something you think would fit*
*Say something you think would fit*
Yes, I'd like to apply for the position of crew team member.
No, Ms. Graham, I was just... cleaning up, as usual. My apologies.
I was just cleaning up, and I found a strange trail, looked like something was dragged, with the carpet all raised. We weren't told anything was coming in today, so I got curious.
she/her
Hello, Mr. Randall, was it? I'd like to apply for the position of prep cook.
...Ms. Graham? If you don't mind me asking, what are you doing back here?
She was acting strange. When I asked Mr. Randall about it, he dismissed it and told me she was just "checking the supply", but I swear she was doing something, and I'm not sure what...
they/them
Good evening, I'd like to apply for the position of the cashier.
(whispering/muttering) Yeah, that is pretty weird... I just wonder why she'd be so defensive about it, is she hiding something?
I honestly didn't experience a lot of weird things myself, other than what I heard from my co-workers, and sometimes customers would complain to me about strange things.
he/him
Hello? Ah, Mr. Randall, good morning. Yes, I'd like to apply for the position of server.
She was in the back? That's strange, normally Mr. Randall handles most things concerning the food...and you're saying he brushed it off?
I feel bad I didn't realize anything was happening until recently, it seems pretty obvious now that something was going on. I can't help but feel responsible in some way.
I'd like to have a word with all of your employees, Mr. Randall.
Let's do a whole sweep of the restaurant, if we don't find anything, we'll cross that bridge when we get there.
(whispering/muttering) Judging by what all the suspects are saying, I have a suspicion on who it might be, but the evidence isn't very strong unfortunately.
she/her
I was just out on a walk with my baby girl, and I see some lady with a mask hovering over the dumpster with an ax or hatchet or whatever the hell! She looked crazy!
Yes, I understand, sir.
I've taken my baby girl to that place a couple of times and I feel like I've seen some things! Though I know that Mr. Randall is a good man, I can tell you that much.
she/her
Good afternoon, officer. May I help you?
I don't believe so. ... Yes, I understand.
I work the garbage truck, and at first I didn't take much note, but I've picked up the trash from that place and I swear I've seen some weird stuff in that dumpster. Everything looked burned, like someone was trying to destroy evidence.
they/them
11-12 y/o
Hey, Ollie. 'Where's my mom'? Um, mm-mom and p- uh dad are f-fighting again, so um it's just me and him today.
¿Sí, papá? ¿Qué necesitas?
Ollie? Where'd you go? [looks around and sees him entering another room] O-Ollie??
they/he
14-15 y/o
I'll have my usual, dad.
It'd be better if mom was here.
What's in this room?
she/they
9 y/o
Hi, Emilia! What have you been up to?
My new dad is okay, he's not as mean to me or my mom.
[excited] Where are we going!!?
she/her
10 y/o
Hello, Kinsley. Nice to see you, I'm doing okay.
At least you have a dad. Mom never likes to talk about mine.
You've seen him? He's in there?
he/him
12 y/o
Hi, Cameron. Where's your mom? ... Oh, I'm sorry.
I, um, hope things get better between them.
You can show me how to make my friend happy?
he/him
Cam, what did I tell you about running off?
Este niño me vuelve loco...
Cameron? ¿Dónde fuiste?
she/her
No, I can't come to his birthday party, I have work.
He's not my responsibility.
I knew I couldn't trust you with him!
he/him
What would you like to eat, Simon?
I-I know. I'm sorry.
Simon? [Sigh] Where'd he run off to?
she/her
deceased
Look, honey, he's taking his first steps!
Hold the camera! I wanna capture this moment!
Simon, you silly, why'd you steal my camera?
she/her
[talking to Kinsley] Yeah, you can go say hi to Emilia.
[talking to other parent] I thought she would take the divorce harder, but I guess I shouldn't be too surprised. She gets along better with him anyway.
Kinsley? ... Did you see where Kinsley's gone?
he/him
I'll go find us a table, alright?
Y'know, I expected her to be all resentful and nervous around me, but she actually came around to me very quickly. I'm glad I can be a good father to her.
What do you mean you can't find her?!
she/her
Huh? Uhh sure, you can go play with your friend.
[talking to other parent] I wish she could have a father, but it's been so hard finding someone...I can trust, y'know?
Have I seen Emilia? Yeah, she's right over- ...[sigh] Dammit, where'd she go...
she/her
Go say hi to Cameron! I'm sure he'd like to talk to you.
No, he does like Cameron, he's just a bit shy. He finds it hard to strike up a conversation with other kids, but it is easier with Cameron. He's probably his closest friend he's ever had.
Ollie? Ollie?! This isn't like him to run off!
he/him
Yeah, go play with your friend!
He's not exactly a social butterfly, but he's got something good with Cameron. I think he'll be okay.
Oh, god, I'm sorry. I swear, I looked away for like two seconds! Where could he have gone?
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