Sons of Mau: Episode 1 (Voice Actors & Artists)
Project Overview
'Sons of Mau' is a planned animatic/audio drama series based on an original story. The characters are set in a fantasy world filled with anthropomorphic cats. The story follows a young cat named Miu, on a constant journey to reclaim his lost memories and uncover his family history, whilst fighting the literal and inner demons that stand in his way.
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Miu (pronounced mew) is a smart aleck young adult with a mind of his own. He loathes rules, sometimes even rules required of natural decency. He's a bad liar, but an excellent thief. His voice should sound youthful, but a bit rough around the edges. He has poor grammar and speaks with an (optional) slight New York accent.
(after stealing an artifact)
“Unbelievable! That was way too easy!
This should get me a hundred chicken dinners at least! … If it’s real… oh crap,
I probably just snitched some lousy mock up! *disgruntled sigh* It
should be worth something at least…”(baffled and concerned)
“Are you crazy?! Come back! You’ll get yourself
killed!”(forlorn)"It doesn't matter. I don't even care anymore. Just when I think I'm finally on to something everything goes up in flames. So what's the point?"
Christopher, (or Topher for short) is a intelligent young adult constantly in pursuit of knowledge. He's eccentric, introverted, and can often come across as a know it all. His voice should sound smooth, and a bit older than Miu's. He speaks with a heavy British accent.
(reluctantly agreeing)"Alright. But I swear by the gods if you're screwing with me I will come back here and have your neck."
(surprised but self assured)
“Stop right there, you can’t take those!”
(rude and dismissive)"You give yourselves too much credit. I was never interested in you."
Sacha (pronounced saw-chah) is Miu's first mentor and a renowned seer. She comes off as stern and intimidating, but cares deeply about those close to her. Her voice should sound sharp and clear with underlying authority.
(retorting, warning tone)
“The hell you will! (sighing) If she minded anything
she wouldn’t say. And you owe her. Big time. Take advantage of her hospitality
and you will really get me pissed.”(confident)
“I lead this village. If you have any business here,
you get through me first!”(amiable)
“Coming straight to the heart, are you Russ? I
thought it’d be a one way trip to your shack this late.”
The Maneki-Neko is Christopher's boss and the owner of a tourist trap frequently used to scam visitors. He has a light toned voice and often speaks with over-exaggerated emotion.
(showman's voice)
“And behold, the Relic of Destiny, our most sacred
and renowned artifact, dragged from the battlefields of the bakeneko!” (bakeneko is pronounced bah-kay-nek-oh)(whining)
“What is our main attraction supposed to
be now?!”(cheerful)"Well! I must say all is forgiven. Now, if I am correct, you two seem to need an interpreter. And I'll tell you this, Christopher is the best of the best. I'm releasing him on favor. Take him."
Russ is a dusty catmint farmer and old friend of Sacha's. Aside chastising others, he sometimes has useful words of wisdom. He should have a gravely deep voice.
(nonchalantly)
“Scamming’s more honorable than stealing if you ask
me.”(defensive)
“For the last time, catmint… (he pauses for effect)
is a medicinal alternative!”(all knowing)
“Well for one thing, Tally’s younger
than you, and for another, she’s Sacha’s student. She actually earns her keep,
unlike another young cat I know.”
Hope is Miu's foster mother and an experienced healer. She's kind and patient, but will fight to the death to protect her loved ones. Her voice should be soft spoken and gentle toned, but have substance.
(professional)
“I’m guessing it’s just some irritation from the
house debris. I can’t see anything physically in there, so your eye should be
back to normal by tomorrow.”(scolding)
“You kids really need to be more careful. (Turning to child)
And you need to respect others
belongings!”(playfully)
“Yes, we get it, you’re a big shot
seer.”
Masa is a shapeshifting bakeneko (cat demon) who is after Miu for currently 'unknown' reasons. They appear and speak androgynously. Their voice should sound distorted and intimidating.
(impatient and threatening)
“Your confidence is diluted. You think I am here, on
business?! I am here, on mission! Did you think I would not come, when you
freed the relic from the shroud that concealed it? No. I followed the beacon
like a moth to a flame. And I’m afraid I’ve run out of patience.”(defeated and angry)
“Curse you Son of Mau. You have no idea what lines
you’ve crossed today. But you’ll know loud and clear when you’re behind the
gates of hell, and the echoes of your mistakes never cease their cries. I am
but the first of many coming for you. And believe me when I say you have not
met an adversary powerful enough to prepare you for what is in store."(taunting) “Nobody’s told me where my prize is…”
Li Shou is an otherworldly goddess who has been tasked with watching over Miu's family. Her voice should have an ethereal and serious quality.
(serious)
“That sensation keeps you alive now. Don’t you ever
let it go, understand?”(musing)"There are many things in this life that I've come to understand, but many more that I have yet to grasp. You may live forever, but you will never know more than the world."
(irritated)"I don't wish to speak of my mortal life, so DO NOT ask me again. This isn't about me."
Tally is a young but powerful seer, Miu's childhood friend, and Sacha's protege. She often serves as the voice of reason amongst her peers, but remains spirited nonetheless. Her voice should be emotive and youthful.
(well rehearsed)
"Okay. First: It's not voodoo. It's spiritual sight. Second: My powers help people. How does stealing help anybody but yourself?"
(hissing)
"Be quiet! Something's wrong, don't you understand?"
(sarcastic and exasperated)
"Really? Did you spill water on Sacha's scrolls or track mud in the hut?"
Pim is Hope's son and Padi's elder brother. He's curious, playful, and kindhearted. He needs an energetic voice and could be played by either gender, but it should be apparent that he's male.
(teasingly)
*laughs* "Looks like one to me!"
(reminiscing)
"No... It looked like one of those toys the city kids have. My dad was telling me about them. I thought maybe you brought it back for me. I'm sorry..."
(concerned)
"Miu! Miu are you okay?!"
EXPLANATION
Hi there! As the project progresses, it occurs to me that it would be preferable to transform my sketches to a digital platform. This is unfortunately something I struggle to do on my own, so I'm looking for some help. You would be taking sketches already done by myself, and then digitalizing and coloring them. (I am looking for multiple artists, so no one person will be expected to do them all.) The shading and background painting should be reminiscent of the anime style. Please note that this is not a full fledged animation project, but an audio series supplemented with stills, so animation skills are not required.
PRICING
Taking time out of your life to give to another artist is a huge commitment, and you will be compensated accordingly. Pricing ranges from 10-40$ USD per still, depending on the sketch's complexity, levels of shading, your skill, and background variations. (This includes single colored background headshots, to layers of scenery.) I am open to negotiate your payment given reasonable argument. I am financially limited, however, so take into account I would like to pay more than I'm currently able. You will be credited with any work you do, and any social media platforms you choose will be endorsed.
REQUIREMENTS
You should have a PayPal for transactions and a consistent way of communication. I am not looking for a professional level of help, but expect adequate artists with a strong command of the digital scheme. Thank you for reading!
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