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With the release of the newest Wings of Fire graphic novel adaptation, I have decided to put together a Voice Acted MAP using one of the book's most iconic scenes- Moonwatcher meeting Winter and Qibli! But before the MAP call can go out, we have to cast our starting team!
For those that don't know, Wings of Fire (WoF) is a series that has dragons as the main characters. The first five books (first arc) revolves around the Dragonets of Destiny ending the war that has taken over Pyrrhia and its seven dragon tribes. The second arc (or "season") starts off with book six- Moon Rising. In this book, Moonwatcher attends the newly founded Jade Mountain Academy and must keep her rare mind-reading abilities secret. But things don't go as planned, and that is where the rest of the arc comes in!
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Moonwatcher is a young NightWing with mind-reading abilities that she and her mother have kept secret. Because of her ability, she is often anxious and overwhelmed, though she also uses it to help others. She struggles at Jade Mountain Academy, trying to stay out of the way and avoid raising suspicion, but her fears don't stop her from holding her ground when she believes something is right. She should sound gentle and soft-spoken, though able to be firm when needed.
"I wish I could be someone else, someone he would give half a chance." (Thinking) (Desiderate, pitying, ashamed)
“I — I just — I think I read somewhere that they prefer to cook their meat — is all. Have you given him anything besides raw meat?” (Speaking) (Stammering, explaining, passive)
“It’s all right, I’m not going to hurt you.” (Whispering) (Soothing, quiet, sympathetic)
Qibli is another student at Jade Mountain Academy. He is distrustful and meticulous, always watching and analyzing his surroundings to assess threats and possible things to steal. However, he hides it with jocular nature and often cracks jokes hoping to get people to like him. He uses his comedic charm especially on Winter, though his interest in Moonwatcher quickly puts her on his list of people to get close to.
“Hey. I’m the idiot clawmate, although most dragons call me Qibli. My intimidating acquaintance here is Winter. What’s your name?” (Speaking) (Apologetic, playful, introducing)
"She’s smarter than she wants us to know. Watch out for NightWings, that’s what Thorn said. Never trust them. She looks too pretty to be evil ... but what is she hiding?" (Thinking) (Suspicious, assessing, unsure)
“Winter, you need to seriously cool down!” - “Get it? Because he’s an IceWing? I know, I’m hilarious.” (Speaking) (Yelling and peeved, then comedic and dramatic)
Winter is another student attending Jade Mountain Academy. He is the niece to Queen Glacier, and it isn't uncommon for his noble status to get to his head. He, like many IceWings, has a sort of superiority complex. He is deeply troubled, with lots of trauma and guilt revolving around his family and tribe. While he may act cold, brash, and even threateningly aggressive due to his upbringing, deep down he cares for others and questions what he was taught, eventually becoming openly selfless and caring. In this scene however, his patience is tested by others trying to eat his pet scavenger.
“Moon what? Come on, NightWing. We know your names are all lies. So what’s yours? Moondestroyer? Mooneater? Mooncrusher?” (Speaking) (Loud, annoyed, interrogating)
“I only mentioned it because it seems entirely obvious to me that the niece and nephew of the IceWing queen should each be given a private cave, so I wanted you to know we wouldn’t have to be clawmates for very long, as there has clearly been some kind of mistake.” (Speaking) (Miffed, haughty, explaining)
"I thought they said the NightWings couldn’t read minds after all. So why does it seem like she read mine?" (Thinking) (Quieter, confused, curious)
Kinkajou is young, bubbly, and fierce. Often underestimated for being a RainWing, she surprises others with her witt, confidence, and quick thinking. She loves being at Jade Mountain Academy with all of the other dragons and learning about the world, but she doesn't always get along with everyone. Kinkajou was one of the first dragons to befriend Moonwatcher, and isn't afraid to stand up for her shy friend.
"An IceWing! He’s so glittery! And fierce and dangerous! Plus a heroic SandWing! So much drama already! I love school! I love it, I love it!" (Thinking) (Thrilled, energetic, dramatic)
“She was just saving him. You could actually say thank you.” (Speaking) (Clarifying, feisty, defending)
Try a "startled yelp"
Sunny is one of the Jade Mountain Academy staff members, previously known as one of the Dragonets of Destiny. Due to her kind nature and small size, she is often looked down apon by others who think of her as cute and gullible. Because of this, even when fighting for what she believes in, she still doubts her abilities. But her big heart is her greatest strength, and now she helps keep the peace at the newly founded school.
“But you definitely can’t have it there. A scavenger couldn’t possibly survive the cold in Glacier’s palace.” (Speaking) (Reasonable, explaining, replying)
"Did that sound bossy enough? Or too bossy? Will anyone ever take me seriously as the boss of anything?" (Thinking) (Worried, doubtful, questioning)
“That would defeat the purpose. Living together is part of the school’s mission of getting to know each other. Believe me, the SeaWing queen’s daughter is here, and she’s sharing a cave, too.” (Speaking) (Cheerful, amused, explaining)
This MAP will have several extra characters with only one line each, whether spoken and thought. Feel free to try out several different voices! Multiple voice actors will be casted.
“Mine! I claim it! Mine!” (Excited, loud)
“What’s her deal?” (Muttering, judging)
Improv!
I need someone to help put together character lines and sound effects for the MAP! Please provide 2-4 examples of your audio editing abilities.
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I need artists to aid in making animation-friendly designs for each of the characters! Please provide 2-4 examples of your work, showing at least one finished piece and one that focuses on simple designs.
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I need storyboard artists to aid in storyboarding the MAP! Please provide 2-4 examples of any storyboarding/animations you have done as well as general art you have made.
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