DANGARONPA PROJECT: HØPELESS (NEED VA'S)
Project Overview
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Project Hopeless is an original series inspired by the mystery and psychological tension of Danganronpa. The story follows a group of talented students who suddenly find themselves trapped in a dangerous situation controlled by the mysterious scientist Dr. Hex. As the situation unfolds, trust begins to break down, secrets start to surface, and the students are forced to question everything around them.
This project will be released as a YouTube series, featuring voice acting, character art, and story-driven episodes. While it draws inspiration from the structure of Danganronpa, the world, characters, and events are completely original, taking place in its own universe with new twists and surprises.
We are currently looking for voice actors, artists, writers, and other creative contributors to help bring this series to life. The goal of Project Hopeless is to build a passionate community and create a compelling story full of mystery, suspense, and unforgettable characters.
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Personality:
* Extremely energetic and chaotic.
* Loves gossip and drama. She constantly eavesdrops on students and spreads rumors just to stir tension.
* Enjoys teasing participants, especially when they get emotional or nervous during investigations and trials.
* Unlike other mascots, she seems oddly fascinated with the students’ friendships and relationships.
* She sometimes acts childish and playful, but when executions begin, her tone becomes eerily calm and professional.
- english
- female teen
- adult
- female adult
- visualnovel
(playful, mischievous) "Ooh, I heard a little secret… think you can keep it, or should I tell everyone~?"
(childish, teasing) "Hehe! You look so nervous! Don’t worry, I’m just… watching… closely~"
(calm, professional, eerie) "Time’s up. Step forward… and let’s see how this plays out, shall we?"
Personality:
*Extremely calm, calculating, and emotionally distant. Dr. Hex rarely displays strong emotion, believing feelings cloud rational thinking.
*Possesses a commanding presence.
* Brilliant but unsettlingly pragmatic.
* Fascinated by the extremes of human psychology, especially how hope, fear, and despair influence decision-making.
* Sees the killing game not as cruelty, but as a grand psychological experiment.
* While he tolerates Dr. Prowler’s fascination with him, he remains largely indifferent to it, treating Prowler as a useful but unpredictable variable.
- english
- adult
- androgynous
- male adult
(subtly mocking, controlled) "Prowler fancies himself clever… adorable, really, how predictable he is under pressure."
(philosophical, coldly reflective) "Hope is a fragile illusion. Despair… now that teaches you exactly who you are."
(calm, almost conversational) "Stay still. Watch. Learn. You’ll thank me later… or you won’t, and that’s fine too."
Personality:
* Charismatic, smooth-talking, and unnervingly confident.
* Obsessive and fixated on Dr. Hex, often letting his fascination bleed into subtle actions. Though he stays professional, his admiration borders on dangerous infatuation.
* Highly analytical and experimental.
* Seductive and playful, often using flirtation or teasing as a tool to manipulate or provoke.
* Thrives in high-stakes environments, enjoying the tension and unpredictability of others under pressure.
*he also loves to poke fun at Dr.kanade
- english
- male adult
- adult
(smooth, teasing) "You really think you can hide your thoughts from me? Oh, I know exactly what you’re feeling… don’t blush."
(philosophical, coldly reflective) "Hope is a fragile illusion. Despair… now that teaches you exactly who you are."
(calm, analytical) "Stress makes people predictable, you know. It’s fascinating… to watch, to guide… to nudge just slightly."
Personality:
* Coldly intellectual and extremely calculating.
* Highly disciplined and articulate, she speaks with calm authority.
* Believes that human emotions hope, fear, despair are simply neurological responses that can be studied, manipulated, and refined.
* does not care about about hoshino.
* When something interests her scientifically, her curiosity becomes obsessive.
- female adult
- adult
(calm, clinical) "Emotions are predictable. Fear, hope, despair… all measurable responses if you know where to look."
(soft, detached) "I’m not concerned with her well-being… only with the data she produces."
(curious, precise) "Fascinating… under pressure, the human mind does the most unexpected things… yet it still follows patterns."
Personality:
Zaruhiro is charismatic, rebellious, and carefree. He laughs easily and treats dangerous situations like they’re part of an adventure.
* Extremely loyal to people he trusts
* Distrustful of authority
* Hates being controlled
* Values freedom more than anything
- english
- adult
- male adult
(playful, teasing) "Relax, mate! The sea’s tricky, but I’ve got us covered. Trust me, I never get lost."
(laughing, casual) "Rules? Ha! They’re more like suggestions anyway. Always have been, always will be."
(serious but adventurous) "Look, danger’s part of the fun. You can either panic… or learn to enjoy the ride."
Personality:
* Masato is extremely intelligent and analytical.
* He has a very calm demeanor, even in tense situations. While others panic.
* His curiosity is almost limitless.
* Despite his unsettling habits, Masato is not cruel by nature. In fact, he believes knowledge should ultimately benefit humanity… though his methods can be morally questionable.
* He often speaks in scientific metaphors.
* Many students find him intimidating because he sometimes laughs softly when discussing dangerous ideas, as if he’s imagining the results of a hypothetical experiment.
- english
- adult
- male adult
(curious, friendly) "Hey… have you ever tried mixing chemicals just to see what happens? Don’t worry, I’ll make sure it’s safe… probably."
(softly amused, teasing) "You really shouldn’t worry so much. Most of the time, the surprises aren’t as bad as they seem."
(calm, almost conversational) "Stay still. Watch. Learn. You’ll thank me later… or you won’t, and that’s fine too."
Personality:
* is Quiet, obedient, and unnervingly calm
* Speaks softly, often phrasing sentences like questions or permissions
* Struggles with self-identity outside of serving others
* Extremely observant and emotionally sensitive
* Avoids conflict, but will endure suffering silently if ordered
* Does not believe his own desires matter
- english
- male adult
- adult
(gentle, observant) "I noticed… you seemed upset. Would you like me to stay nearby?"
(quiet, tentative) "I can handle it… if that’s what you want me to do."
(soft, polite) "Is it alright if I… help with that?"
Personality:
* Cold, meticulous, and detached, shaped by years of neglect and abuse.
* Highly intelligent and skilled, particularly in death care, anatomy, and ceremonial practices.
* Outwardly calm and polite, but internally struggles with hallucinations, paranoia, and social disconnection due to schizophrenia. Fascinated by life, death, and the boundary between them, often philosophizing in a poetic but eerie way.
* she can be extremely empathetic to those who suffer, but also brutally pragmatic in decision-making.
- english
- adult
- female adult
(calm, almost clinical) "Death isn’t something to fear… it’s just another detail to understand."
(soft, empathetic) "People think I’m cold… but I just focus on what needs to be done."
(quiet, precise) "Every body tells a story. You just have to know how to listen."
Personality:
* Rebellious, sarcastic, and fearless
* Laughs in the face of authority
* Hates being told what to do especially if the rules make no sense
- english
- adult
- male adult
(mocking, playful) "Oh, so I’m supposed to follow that rule? Sure… right after pigs fly."
(confident, teasing) "Rules exist to be tested. Otherwise, what’s the point of noticing the cracks?"
(shrugging, casual) "Yeah, I broke it. No regrets. Honestly, it was way too stupid to follow anyway."
Personality:
* creepy, precise, and detached, manic,
* Speaks quietly and only when necessary
* Observes more than he interacts
* Does not boast about his talent—almost seems ashamed of it
* Highly disciplined and methodical
* Has a strict personal code, even if others find it unsettling
- english
- adult
- male adult
(calm) "I don’t do mistakes. That’s not a choice—it’s a rule."
(quiet, observing) "You should watch your surroundings. Most people don’t notice until it’s too late."
(detached, minimal) "I’m not here to make friends… just to do what’s necessary."
Personality:
* Charismatic, dramatic, and unsettlingly composed
*loud
* Loves control, structure, and spectacle
* Hates unpredictability unless he caused it
* Masks insecurity with arrogance.
- english
- british
- adult
- male adult
(confident, teasing) "Oh, don’t tell me you’re scared. That’s exactly the reaction I wanted."
(dramatic, casual) "A show isn’t just about talent… it’s about attention. And right now, you’ve got mine."
(slightly annoyed, self-important) "Honestly, if I didn’t organize it, nothing would run smoothly. That’s just how it works."
Personality:
* Quiet, observant, and intimidating, rarely speaks unless necessary
* Appears emotionally cold, but is deeply empathetic toward animals
* Distrusts people, especially authority figures
* Values loyalty and boundaries—once broken, forgiveness is nearly impossible
* Surprisingly gentle in private moments
* Believes humans are more dangerous than snakes
- english
- male adult
- adult
- russian
- russian english
(quiet) "Just stay still. Sudden movements only make them nervous."
(slightly wary, private) "People overthink things. Snakes… they’re honest. You can read them."
(gentle, reassuring) "It’s okay… I’ve handled worse. You’ll be fine.”
Personality:
* Charismatic, clever, and perceptive, able to read body language and emotional cues with unnerving accuracy.
* Outwardly friendly and teasing, but he keeps deep secrets and motivations hidden.
* Skilled at manipulating perception, persuasion, and suggestion—but struggles with trusting others completely.
* He can be playful or mischievous, sometimes testing friends with harmless mental tricks.
* Deep down, he is lonely and craves connection, stemming from his childhood as an orphan.
- english
- male adult
- nonbinary
- androgynous
- adult
(teasing, confident) "Relax, I’m not going to hypnotize you… unless you ask nicely."
(observant, slightly amused) "You know you start tapping your foot when you’re nervous, right? People say a lot without talking."
(calm, reassuring) "Hey, just breathe for a second. Focus on my voice… see? You’re already calming down."
Personality:
* Polite, timid, and hyper-vigilant, constantly monitoring her environment for danger.
* Obsessively seeks to prevent mistakes, seeing them as potential threats to life.
* Empathetic but fragile, prioritizes the safety of others above herself.
* she experiences sudden panic or shutdowns when confronted with danger, death, or even abstract discussions of mortality.
* self-blame, believing her value is only in serving or protecting others.
- english
- warm
- female adult
- adult
- animation
- nonbinary
- androgynous
(nervous, careful) "Oh! Um… are you sure that’s safe? Maybe we should double-check first…"
(apologetic, anxious) "I-I didn’t mean to… I just wanted to help. I’ll fix it, I promise."
(quiet, panicked) "Please… just be careful… I’ve seen what can happen if we’re not…"
- english
- female adult
- adult
- female teen
- androgynous
- robot
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Personality:
* Warm, cheerful, and nurturing, always trying to lift others’ spirits.
* Obsessive about perfection and detail in her baking, sometimes to the point of frustration.
* Empathetic and intuitive, able to read moods.
* Can be stubborn and hot-headed when someone criticizes her work or endangers others.
* Loves comforting others with food, often acts as the emotional glue in social situations.
- english
- american (southern)
- female adult
- animation
- androgynous
"Oh! I baked extra this morning. If you’re hungry, go ahead—food’s better when people share it."
"Wait, don’t rush it! Baking’s all about timing. If you mess up one step, the whole thing falls apart."
"I know things are stressful right now… but maybe something sweet would help a little."
Personality:
* Calm, charismatic, and outwardly protective, always seeming like a natural leader.
* Deeply intelligent and manipulative, able to analyze human behavior.
* complex: genuinely cares about others but believes sacrifice is necessary for the greater good.
* uses empathy as a tool to gain trust, then leverages it to orchestrate her plans.
* Obsessed with control and preparation, hates unpredictability and chaos—but loves risk.
* Often philosophizes about life, death, and responsibility, giving her a reflective, almost poetic tone.
- english
- androgynous
- female adult
- adult
"Relax, I’ve handled worse situations than this. When things get messy, you just stay calm and figure out who needs help first."
"People panic really fast, you know? Half the time the hardest part of a rescue isn’t the water… it’s everyone around it."
"I don’t like leaving things to chance. If something goes wrong, I want to know I did everything I could."
Personality:
* Graceful, disciplined, and precise
* Outwardly calm and composed, but internally battles: perfectionism, trauma, and survivor's guilt.
* Highly observant and capable of subtle manipulation; often reads others’ intentions.
* Fiercely loyal to those she trusts, but struggles to form bonds due to past trauma.
* Enjoys risk and challenge, but fear of loss and failure constantly tugs her back.
- english
- nonbinary
- adult
- androgynous
"Oh, trapeze? Yeah… I’ve been doing it since I was a kid. It’s mostly just practice and trusting your timing."
"People think it’s scary being that high up, but honestly? Once you’re used to it, the ground feels weirder."
"I like routines. When everything’s planned out, it’s easier to stay focused."
Personality:
* Fiery, competitive, and fiercely independent, with a natural drive to push limits.
* Can be blunt and impatient, but is loyal to those she trusts.
* Loves adrenaline, but has a deep-seated fear of failure that sometimes makes her reckless.
* Struggles with trust and intimacy, often masking vulnerability behind bravado.
* Has a strong sense of justice and fairness, refusing to cheat even when it would guarantee victory.
- english
- animation/character
- androgynous
- female adult
- animation
- adult
(casual confidence) "Look, I’m not trying to start anything… but if this turns into a competition, I’m not holding back."
(slightly defensive) "Yeah, I like speed. Doesn’t mean I’m reckless. There’s a difference."
(determined) "When you’re driving that fast, you don’t get second chances. You either stay in control… or you crash."
Personality:
* Calm, analytical, and observant
* Has a dry sense of humor, often making ironic comments about “how predictable humans are.”
* Deeply empathetic, but tends to hide her emotions, afraid that revealing them could alter outcomes she’s trying to control.
* Extremely cautious in social interactions, always thinking several steps ahead, often creating friction with more impulsive classmates.
* Has a paradoxical nature: she wants to save everyone, but she knows sometimes the universe forces impossible choices.
- english
- female adult
- androgynous
- adult
"Wait… this already happened. Didn’t it?"
"Humans are so predictable… even across timelines."
"I’m trying to save everyone… but time doesn’t make it easy."
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