SAKURA [ Naruto The Project ] The Third Casting Call! -MAIN CHARACTER RECASTS and other roles-
Project Overview
- × If accepted, you must be able to complete your lines within the deadline. While we accept the occasional lateness, constant excuses and a lack of consistency is unacceptable. If you are unable to continue in the role you are assigned, please message me so that we may find a replacement. Lack of communication in such cases = termination.
- × Due to the type of characters that will be casted this go around, there might not be something for you every month. In such cases, you may be assigned to an extra character.
- × You may be asked to replace a role (as an extra, understudy, or otherwise) depending on skill and how many characters you play. This is standard before a casting call is placed for any particular character.
- × Updating me on availability is important, as it allows me to see who is capable of completing their lines at any point.
- × Reading through the whole script is only necessary if you are a lead or character heavily featured in the episode. Otherwise, simply read the scene for context before recording.
- × Your opinion or input on the process of the project may be asked at any point, as feedback is important to the development of the multiple series that are being planned.
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Latest Updates
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We have added another main character back for recasting! Likely understudy positions will be opening up as well.
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Deadline Pushing
We have introduced two new spots (mainly Naruto and Scriptwriter) very close to our deadline, so we will continue to roll back these auditions until we have an adequate response for these roles. Extra spots will also remain open since we are always searching for and bringing new people on board.
With Sakura and Sasuke, this one of the three main protagonists of the project, and the main hero of nearly all the series. He is brash, mischievous, knuckle headed, and stubborn, but incredibly well meaning and filled with overwhelming kindness. Throughout his life, he has been kicked down and ostracized by many of his peers because of the nine tailed fox sealed within him at birth, but continues to have a positive nature. He lives by the ideals taught to him through his experiences as a ninja, and he hopes to one day become the Hokage (Literally: Fire Shadow)-- or ninja chief of his village.
This Character's voice will change slightly from Pre-Shippuden (part 1) to Shippuden (part 2), and so it's preferable that this audition is done twice with one of each.
I am open to any interpretation of this character. However, it must fit the character, via performance. Rougher (medium pitch) voices preferred.
For this reason, I'll be placing scenes that are there to test your acting range with this character.
These are the references for those that want to voice match Naruto:
Pre-Shippuden Reference
https://youtu.be/lIWyiAsrUns?t=1774
Shippuden Reference
[Put off/Surprised] Oh man!! What a nightmare. How does that poor dumb cat put up with all that smothering?! She's gonna end up flattening the thing with all that hugging! [Pause] [ talking casually] So like I was saying, I had pork ramen for lunch yesterday, so I think I'll have miso ramen for today.
[Screams loudly] Well, you're old and you're stupid! I'm doing all the right things and I'm doing them fast! When I become Hokage, you're gonna wish you were a lot more respectful to me right now!!! You don't mess with ninja, ever! Especially not a good one, like me! [brag] I'm the cream of the elite! In fact, one day I'm going to become Hokage, so remember my name! Naruto uzumaki!
[yells very angrily] Shut up! As far as I'm concerned he's enemy number one! [growling] [pause] [speaking in lower, growling tone] Why you...You ungrateful...[yelling] After everything he did for you?! [pause] [yelling even louder, devestated, verge of tears] Haku lived for you! You were the most important thing in the world to him! And he meant nothing to you?! Nothing at all?! [angry speaking, voice shaking] While he was sacrificing everything for you, you never felt anything at all for him! [about to start crying] and if I become stronger...Is that...Is that how you get when your powers are as strong as you are?!? [deep breath, then yelling, while breaking down again] He threw his life away and for what?! For you and your dream?! [pause] [Quietly, solemly, with a voice nearly in tears] He died...Without any of his dreams coming true...he died as your tool...but he didn't care...because... [while crying] Man... that's so wrong...so wrong...!!!
In order to be considered, you must have a knowledge of Naruto.
Introduce yourself and talk about any work that you have been a part of.
Tell us why you are interested in taking this role.
Link in the comments a sample of your writing.
Kakashi Hatake is the sensei of Team 7, which is made up of the three main protagonists. He plays a significantly large part of the series. In the original series, he is known to be as relaxed and kind as he is skilled and deadly. Deeply intelligent, resourceful, and battle hardy, he puts all his experience to defending his comrades, whom he considers the most important to save.
[Casually] Of course, it's a book. I've been dying to find out how this story ends. Carry on. It shouldn't make any difference in the outcome, considering who I'm up against.
[Grave/Incredibly Serious] I was trying to calm you all down...And draw out Zabuza. Besides, that came with the condition that you would follow my orders. Had he gotten to you after I told you to run and didn't, [Pause] I would have let you all die. [Raising his tone while remaining serious] This isn't a game. I am your squad leader and teacher, nothing more, nothing less. Your lives are important to me, as the lives of soldiers. The moment you run off to play hero is the moment that I'll turn my back on you.
[Solemnly, softly] A shinobi shouldn't be concerned with a reason for her own existence. It is important merely that we exist as a tool for our homeland to use in whatever they need. To those ends, that is our purpose. That is as true for us in the Hidden Leaf Village as it is for any ninja elsewhere.
Might Guy is a boisterous, yet caring shinobi that is among the most elite in his village. He has a very overdramatic way of speaking and is prone to shouting when excited. However, while he is mostly a very 'fun' sort of person with an energized delivery, he is capable of being serious.
[Encouraging] You worked hard Lee, there's no doubt in my mind the surgery will be a success. You have the power to shape your own destiny. And on the one-in-one thousand, no, one in a million chance something to happen to go wrong, I will die right along with you. Since the day I met you, my nindō has been to train you to become the most splendid ninja possible. That's a promise!
[Boisterously, proud] That's it! Let the power of youth explode!!
[explaining, serious] It's a devastating kick that one does to the opponent while they are in the midst of getting up. A knee-to-the-face kick with a running start. If Sakura isn't knocked out from this, then she is one tough shinobi.
This character is a leader and teacher to her students. As a high ranking ninja, she leads her squad strictly, and has always held particular interest in creating outstanding ninja of only the highest caliber. As a result, when she speaks, she can sometimes come off as militaristic and abrasive. She is also mildly demeaning to those she considers beneath her. However, she carries a lot of affection for those under her command, and cares for them as though they were her own children. Everyone else is recipient of her less endearing qualities.
[Firm, to her students] I've held you three back long enough. It's time for you to prove yourselves against your peers in combat and competition. The Chunin Exams will be the trial by fire that will define you as ninja.
[Impressed] So that train-wreck named Team Seven made it through the forest of death without losing a single member. [Scoff] Not bad for the man who said he'd never take on a genin squad.
[Amused] It's a damn shame that they let just about anyone become a ninja these days. The creation of Hidden Villages has both strengthened and weakened their ninja. But who am I to judge? My clan joined Konoha out of necessity...just like everyone else, so I guess they've done something right.
Medium to low voice.
Must be able to SCREAM and change between gentle and monsterous at the drop of a hat.
This aptly describes the character, an unstable person who has found hope of stability in the legacy of his dead friend. However, because this soft spoken person becomes a bloodthirsty killing machine uncontrollably, he curses his existence.
Appears very sparingly until the second part.
[softly] Kimimaro said Sasuke was like his reincarnation... and sacrificed himself to protect him. [determined] I want to see what kind of shinobi you really are.
Someone’s here…boy or girl? A guy… [descending into madness] if it’s a guy...I’ll kill him. [pause screaming] JACKPOT! YOU'RE DEAD!
[warning] You're being reckless, Suigetsu.
The mother of Sakura Haruno.
[Irritated] Oh, don't start with that! If you keep saying things like that, she'll start to hate you!
[Kindly] Of course! We would be more than happy to have your son over for dinner.
[Sternly] As the Hokage's wife, people expect me to simply take the role of caretaker. I couldn't simply let my oaf of a husband take care of the village on his own. He'd burn it all down in a day. And then what would we do?
This character is soft spoken, despite her particularly harsh language, and is generally considered a cool head-- not quick to anger. Within her three person genin cell, she is considered the defacto leader when their sensei is away, due to her prowess and ability to take charge. As a result, her voice reflects a relaxed demeanor, but is not delicate. Her words are spoken with deliberateness and an underlying confidence. She is rarely disrespectful, but her insults sometimes have a biting tone without being loud or childish.
[Calmly] Sensei was right, and you two were stupid for not taking this more seriously. [Sternly] This isn't a game...it's a matter of life and death.
[Determined/While attacking] So you say that your bloodline allows you to create and break illusions with just your eyes alone?! Let's see if you can break through this!
[Dismissive] You three only just graduated this year. You shouldn't be jumping into the chunin exams without seeing what being a ninja is about beyond walking dogs and babysitting.
Practical and calculating, Tobirama was the Second Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village. He is also considered to be one of the most controversial leaders that the village has ever had, for various unsavory reasons. Despite seeming as though he's calm and collected, he's actually quite the hot-head, and uses his voice in particular to intimidate before dealing out more deadly forms of control.
My brother was too soft… and Madara too dangerous…. My role as Second Hokage was to mediate between them while protecting and reinforcing the village.
They ask me why, a water style user...cannot control my temper. It is because my water is boiled by the will of fire!
It's the fourth that is copying me...also you should address me as second with respect!
[Urgent] We need reinforcements, now! I don't know how much longer we're going to be able to hold out! [very tense/scared] Oh no! They're going to break through!
[Casually] Look kiddo, I don't care about your little friend with the freaky red eyes. So why don't you and your little pink haired lady friend get out of here?
[Various attacking and being hit sounds]
This is the Female Variant.
[confident] Well, well, well, if it isn't the runts of that fool...what's his name...? Kakashi of the Sharingan? [menacingly] Nevertheless, you'll all be dying here.
[Annoyed/Disappointed] Guard duty sucks! Maaaaan, I would do anything to get out of doing this! I'd even deal with paperwork!
[Various attacking and being hit sounds]
[Shocked] Woaaaaah! Look at his eyes! They changed color just like that!
[confident] Heh! Once I get out of the academy, I'm going to go on the fast track! I'll become Hokage before you know it!
[sad] No...that's....that's not true... [Angry/Desperate Shouting] That can't be true! He can't be dead!
CHILD LINE: [Longingly] Oh man... those clouds are so lucky. So free. [dismissive] I didn't even feel like doing this in the first place. And I only became a ninja because I thought life would've been more interesting as one... [relenting] I suppose things aren't gonna be that simple.
ADULT LINE: Regardless of our limitations, we can always be of some use. Our power may seem insignificant... but it may just prove to be useful in the grand scheme of things. Stay focused. Never avert your eyes, because if an opening arises, even our insignificant power may be enough to determine the fate of the world. Which is why everyone must stay alert and ready to strike at any moment!
TEENAGE LINE is both of these.[Dismissive/annoyed] It's not because I'm lazy, it's just because I don't care.
[Protesting] We're not stupid enough to go out there planning to die. You of all people should know that I've thought of what to do ahead of time.
[mocking] Look at you! You can't even stand up again after I push you down! You don't deserve to become Chunin!
[cocky] Well, well, look at you. Smart of you to see through my trap, but can you see through this?!
Lord Hokage, the preparations are ready.
Sakura Haruno's father, and a former Hokage.
[Joking] One time I was choking so much, I thought I was /coffin/ to death. [Laughs] Get it? [Playfully] Come on! That was a good one!
[Serious/Tense] We can't continue to appease the Cloud village. They're just biding their time until they can strike...
[Announcing attack] Water Style! Water Dragon Jutsu!
The faithful assistant Lady Tsunade, a Hokage [leader] later in the series.
[Reading off a report pleasantly] Well, today was a good day in terms of efficiency. Two thousand missions were completed successfully thus far, which is an increase from the one thousand, five hundred sixty seven that were completed successfully yesterday.
[Shocked yelp] [surprised] You can't be serious about this! They could die!! [Concerned] Not to mention...if that boy tries to use the jutsu one more time...his body could give out.
[Nervous] If Lady Tsunade is in one of her moods...we'll all be in trouble!
That Old man was always afraid of getting into disputes and having discussions.
You are the leaves bathing in the sun. I am the roots that grow in the dark.
There will still be some casualties. Those are a necessary sacrifice for us, in order for me to become Hokage.
Medium voice
Overconfident, cocky, and disrespectful for the most part, Suigetsu only travels with the intention of collecting a particular set of legendary weapons. To those ends, he doesnt care who his company is. His voice should reflect a general carefree attitude. However, carefree should be taken as, 'he doesn't care' rather than happy go lucky.
Will appear very sparingly until the second half
[cocky, casual] You really do talk like you're in charge… Let's make our relationship extremely clear, okay? Just because you defeated Orochimaru, doesn't put you in charge here… Everyone was after him, someone would have taken him out sooner or later… Orochimaru liked you, otherwise you'd be locked up, not by his side. You simply had more chances to kill him than the rest of us. In this situation...I've got the upper hand.
[impressed] I'm amazed it's somewhere like this… [to himself] Zabuza, this is mine now. [struggling in speech, as though lifting something] It's heavy… [huffs, proud] the great beheading sword of the the demon Zabuza of Kirigakure!
[casual] Haha... Never would've guessed a bunch of stupid animals could sense chakra... [slightly annoyed, still casual] Then again, "stupid animal" describes Karin pretty well, so I guess it makes sense.
Sorry kid, but if Sasuke doesn't arrive in ten minutes, I'm gonna move on.
When captured birds grow wiser, they try to open the cage with their beaks. They don't give up, because they want to fly again.
Trust me. You're pawns of Orochimaru and you don't want to mess with Konoha shinobi.
[Chuckles, then speaks calmly] Does it really matter who you are at this point? Genin, chunin, jounin, hell, even Hokage! It doesn't matter to me what your name or rank are. You're still going to die by my blade...
[Excited] So it's seven against one?! I like those odds! [Determined] Don't hold anything back, because I wont!!!
[Annoyed/warning] Why haven't you killed those kids yet? Don't tell me you've got a soft spot for them? [scoffs in disappointment] Fine. [Menacingly] I'll kill them myself.
This character is a singer [a bard, within the program], and their role is fairly important but will likely have a limited run (only the upcoming arc).
While generally kind, polite, and genuinely caring of others, there's something that is somewhat off with her. WIthin the run of her character, we explore the past between this character and her bodyguard.
[Kindly, but speaking in a slightly off manner] Nothing like that! I guess I’m just not like you guys. I’m not a ninja, so I don’t have much to say. Besides, speaking too much would strain my vocal chords, and I need to keep them in perfect condition for recording once we get to the Cloud village. I hope this doesn’t bother you?
[Glad] Pleased to meet you all. I apologize for not introducing myself sooner!
[sing any song of your choice]
Witty and charismatic while also dangerous. This character is supposed to have experience and so their calm tone denotes how powerful and confident they are in their skills. However, they may be overcome with bloodlust, which while not overt, is still audible in an unhinged tone.
He is deeply involved in the upcoming arc, but will reappear at a later point in time.
[amused] Guy, is it? I’ve seen your records. You have no room to speak on this matter. [mockingly] After all, your own students weren’t eligible for the chunin exams last year, were they? [slightly menacing undertone] Perhaps it’s best if we do things my way.
Ninja is a word as meaningless as the lives of the people that carry that title. The only thing you can count on is power...and if you have that, you can call yourself whatever you damn well please.
I'll retract my earlier my earlier statement. [Sarcastic] This will be a great experience!
A quiet but capable strategist, this character is an intellectual at heart. However, he is also nervous at times, and very reserved, which makes it difficult for him to express himself without tripping on his own words. Due to his kind-hearted and pacifist nature, he has dedicated himself to becoming a medic ninja and acts the part of 'healer' in his team. His tone is very gentle and soothing as default, but is capable of becoming secure, resolute, and even forceful if impassioned enough.
[Solemn, Tense] A thing isn't necessarily true just because someone dies for it. People believe absurd ideas all the time...it's tragic when lives are lost as a result.
[Quietly, Firm] The Forest of Death is 30 kilometers across it's diameter, with the safehouse right in the middle. We can avoid most of the carnage by traveling through the top of the trees...but that wouldn't get us the second scroll, would it? I propose we actually participate and fight to get a scroll. If we wait until the end of the time limit to do so, we'll simply be fighting higher caliber ninja...and we might come across some that we aren't ready to face.
[Nervous] W-Well, it's not as though we haven't been trying our best! We need to do more, yes, but don't you think that m-maybe we should also rest a bit first? We can't fight hard if we're tired!
This character is particularly brash and over confident, and projects the demeanor of a hot-shot. Due to his position in his clan, he has always known prestige and has been set up to one day become one of the strongest ninja in the village. This has lead him to have a large ego, which shows in the way he talks to people-- even his superiors. Despite this, he has damage related to this particular fate of his, which sometimes seeps through as concern for his humanity-- for each time he uses his bloodline limit's power, he becomes more unfeeling and risks going insane-- a fate which lead to the eventual execution of both his parents.
[Cocky] Well, look, let's be real here...you don't even register on my radar. I've been climbing on the ninja ladder, and you just started out like what? Last week? Face it, you don't have the skills to face me, even if your dad is Hokage. [Pause] Anyways, we're both busy people, so you'll excuse me if I wrap this up. Your speech is getting boring. [Announcing attack] FIRE STYLE: EXPLODING FLAME SHOT!
[Angry, low tone] If you think you're gonna get away with doing what you did... you have another thing coming, ya hear...? [Yelling] I'LL GET YOU, EVEN IF IT KILLS ME!
[Bothered] Look, my sister might be my sensei, but that doesn't mean she's my keeper or anything! I'm still my own person, and if I say I want to continue in these damn exams, then who's gonna stop me? [Scoff] We've all worked hard to get here, so there's no way in hell I'd let it all go to waste.