Project: Dual

Project: Dual

Project Overview

Hello all!


I am looking to take a test drive into my own story creations by creating a short 2D animation (aiming for roughly 5 minutes or so in length) voiced by awesome actors such as yourself. The goal is to animate similarly to storyboard animations but cleaner and with more color - still plotting how it would work out in the end. I am looking for a few small roles. If this project goes well, it will grow into something else. If you are selected as one of my voice actors, you will not be required to continue your character into future projects but you will get first dibs for the first continuation. The title and names used in the project are stand-in names; official names will be known to the chosen VAs, and once the project is finished and released.


SYNOPSIS: Without spoilers, the story will follow the champions of two rivaling nations seeking to end a decades-long conflict. The solution is simple: send their best warrior in a fight to the death - champion vs. champion. The losing nation will accept defeat in the war and submit to the concessions of the victorious nation. Who will win?


I encourage beginners and intermediate VAs to try out. NO DEMO REELS OR EXTERNAL LINKS - just show me what you got when auditioning for the characters. Use the character information as a guidelines, they are not set in stone as I am still working on the project. Feel free to improve based on what you see. When you make your submission, please also give a brief info about you and let me know how to best contact you if not in CCC :)


Things to be aware of:

  1. NO A.I. USED OR PERMITTED! Any usage found will automatically blacklist you from this and future projects with me.

  2. NDAs and agreements to not use AI are required to sign. I highly value human authenticity and creativity.

  3. Payment will be via PayPal unless you need another form that we can agree on (let me know if chosen).

    --$20 USD paid each for the two main characters: "The Longsword Master" and "The Dual Sword Master"

    --$10 USD paid each for the two side characters: "The Queen" , "The Old Master", and "The Rival"

  4. Vulgar language or profanities are likely not to be used as I am still finalizing the script - this specific project will likely not have it, but future continuations may depending on the progression of the story.

    -- I like to maintain clean projects friendly for all. However, they may be used if it enhances the story (though it would be on the cleaner end).

    --If you are chosen, let me know if you are comfortable with it or not and I can adjust to your character accordingly :)

  5. No specific audio equipment or software required, but your submissions should sound clean and clear with as close to no background noise as possible.

    --Please make sure to use mono, not stereo. :)

  6. Please have no more than 3 takes per line. Do what you feel is necessary to demonstrate your ideas, skills, and impression of the character(s). :)

This project is still being put together, which is why the deadline is in December. Some details are not set in stone. Character personalities my change, characters may be added, and other roles may be added.


If you have questions, please feel free to ask (maybe there is something I did not think about!). Thank you all :)


-Kurshon

Latest Updates

  • First Week Update: Short Listing, Dismissals, and a New Role!

    Good Morning All!

    Thank you for your wonderful auditions. There were many great roles, and it was hard to finalize this first round of Short Listings and Dismissals. If you'd like more feedback from me about why I Short Listed or Dismissed you, I am happy to do that if you send me a DM in CCC. There were several I enjoyed but I had to keep the Short Listing to as few as I could in this first round. I am open for some reattempts for the next round of Short Listing and Dismissals.

    NEW ROLE: "The Rival" - This will be for our female VAs to try out. She is a side character, paying a flat $10.00 USD. I have a lot to say about this character, but not a lot to share ;)

    Thank you again! :)

    -Kurshon

  • Almost 1 Week!

    Hi all!

    It’s been almost a week and it has been so amazing seeing all of your submissions. I appreciate you all, I am now more eager and excited for this project!

    As I am continuing to work on the script, I am adding some more roles to help the world feel deeper and develop the main characters further - even though it is a short animation. Keep an eye out for when I post these ;)

    Additionally, Wednesday 10/14 will officially mark one week since this project posted. I will on that day go through and finalize all current submissions to be either Short Listed or Dismissed. Keep in mind, I will only be able to Short List a small handful of you. Then, I will repeat the process about once per week with new submissions until the deadline. Whether Short Listed or Dismissed, please feel free to audition for other roles.

    Please let me know if you have any questions along the way :)

    -Kurshon

  • Reviewing Update!

    Thank you for those who already submitted!

    As I was going through, I realized that I was not going to make any decisions yet but just taking notes about all submissions. So I wanted to let you know that I will upvote your submission once I reviewed it and made personal notes, but then will give it some time (depending) before I make decisions about shortlisting or dismissing submissions. I want to wait for more people to have a chance to audition. Once I do make those decisions, I will review the submissions again before I decide in case I have new or changed thoughts. I think this will give as many people a fair a chance as possible.

    Good luck, and thank you again for all who are participating. I appreciate you! :)

    -Kurshon

The Rival
Voice Actor Voice Actor
The Rival
open
Paid: Flat Rate 10 USD

A young and fierce warrior (18-20), she overcame immense hardship to get where she is today; one of the Queen's most elite warriors. She is confident, arrogant, and proud. However, she is frustrated and envious that she was not chosen as the Queen's champion. She likes to harass the Longsword Master, hoping one day he will fail so that she can prove herself to the Queen and earn the prestigious title and position of champion.
Expect to VA for 1-2 scenes, not a lot of lines; a side character in this project.

Note: CCC chose a male VA image for whatever reason, lol - this is a female role.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • arrogant
  • dramatic
  • confident
  • female young adult
  • sassy
  • tough
  • dark
  • determined
  • (Annoyed, mocking, probing) What's your problem "longsword master"? Is an audience with the Queen beneath you?

  • (Frustrated, holding back an outburst) She chose you - a passionless and thickheaded boy - as her champion. Don't you know the honor you have can only be dreamed of? And you don't even care!

  • (Very coldly, but as if she doesn't mean it either) Hey. Don't forget what happens if you fail out there.

The Longsword Master
Voice Actor Voice Actor
The Longsword Master
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

The champion of his nation, the young warrior (roughly 18-20) was chosen by the new queen to end the over decade-long war between their nations. He has no real passion, and lives in a constant state of emptiness and borderline depression as if forced to bottle everything about him up. He does his job and does it exceptionally, but with a sealed heart.
Expect to VA for most scenes; one of the two main characters.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • strong
  • male young adult
  • serious
  • dark
  • cold
  • (With complete obedience and emptiness. Stern yet emotionless) I will not fail you, my queen.

  • (As if something broke in him and he is struggling to maintain his persona) I'm sorry...

  • (Sounds of him fighting with his heavy longsword. Stuff like grunts, yells, rage, fear, etc.)

The Queen
Voice Actor Voice Actor
The Queen
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 10 USD
Role assigned to: C. Annette A.

A young queen (15-18) doing everything in her power to end the over decade-long conflict once overseen by her parents. She is fierce, commanding, yet fragile as she struggles to assert her newfound authority - a mask to hide her anxious and emotional nature.
Expect to VA for 1-2 scenes, not a lot of lines; a side character in this project.

Note: CCC chose a male VA image for whatever reason, lol - this is a female role.

Voice description:
  • female young adult
  • dramatic
  • authoritative
  • cold
  • arrogant
  • female teen
  • aggressive
  • (As if pretending to be dominant and intense) You will bring glory to this nation, and we will finally have what we have fought endlessly for.

  • (As if finally able to relax and be calm, yet maintaining authoritative tone) Arise. Now go and bring home our greatest victory.

  • (Explosive anger) We wouldn't be in this mess if my parents weren't such failures- (interpret this pause as you will) Now it is up to me to finally resolve this stupid war! YOU - let him in, he's the only useful one of you in the nation.

The Dual Swords Master
Voice Actor Voice Actor
The Dual Swords Master
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

A young man (18-20) with the weight of his people who view him as a symbol of hope. He is full of passion and determination, but is terrified of failure. He is willing to do anything to save his people as their champion.
Expect to VA for most scenes; one of the two main characters.

Note: CCC chose a female VA image for whatever reason, lol - this is a male role.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • warm
  • kind
  • emotional
  • confident
  • sweet
  • male young adult
  • serious
  • energetic
  • friendly
  • (Anxious, but then refocuses with a more hopeful demeanor) Thank you, master... but don't worry, I will not fail.

  • (Determination, rage, and fear mixed in) This ends here! I will not let my people suffer!

  • (Sounds of him fighting with his swords. Grunts, yells, screams, etc.)

The Old Master
Voice Actor Voice Actor
The Old Master
open
Paid: Flat Rate 10 USD

An old warrior - and former champion - who trained the new champion after the young man proved himself in the war. They became close friends, and even closer once they learned of this dual to come. He speaks with calm authority, and talks as if he has all the time in the world and a lot to share.
Expect to VA for 1-2 scenes, not a lot of lines; a side character in this project.

Note: CCC chose a female VA image for whatever reason, lol - this is a male role.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • low
  • deep
  • male senior
  • male adult
  • soft
  • confident
  • rough
  • (Calm and gently) You're restless, take a seat.

  • (Hearty laughter, yet calming) No, I suppose not. But nonetheless, make sure you have packed enough for the trip there and back.

  • (With a solemn tone) Hm, just take care and ride well. You will need to conserve your strength during your journey. (Abruptly pause other character speaking) Focus. No need for goodbyes, I will see you soon.

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