Caligula: The English Fandub [Minor Roles & Staff]

Project Overview

Welcome to the castingcall.club page for the Caligula English Fandub. 

The initial casting call has ended. Minor roles and staff applications are still open! 

Please read the "August Update" if interested.


What is "Caligula"? 
It is a JRPG developed by Aquaria for the PSVita and published in 2016 by FuRyu in Japan and in 2017 by ATLUS internationally as "The Caligula Effect".  An anime series was produced by Satelight and started to air in April 2018, and a PS4 remake "Caligula: Overdose" was developed for release in Japan May 2018. The original concept was written by Tadashi Satomi, the writer for Persona 1 & 2. 

I will interchangeably use both titles "Caligula" and "The Caligula Effect" to refer to the same work. 

Sypnosis

A virtual idol known as μ (pronounced mew) performs user-inputted songs and gains self-awareness through exposure to users' bitter feelings and dissatisfaction toward reality. Wanting to save humanity — which she believes is continuously suffering — she lures people to a virtual reality world called Mobius with her songs. She then imprisons them in Mobius, thinking they will be free from the suffering of reality and that all their wishes will come true. Nine members of the "Go-Home Club" try to find a way out of Mobius while confronting the "Ostinato Musicians", overseers of Mobius and composers of μ's songs.


WHAT WILL BE DUBBED:

Currently we plan to dub all 12 episodes of the anime series.


WHAT WILL NOT BE DUBBED: 
The vocal tracks played in the game and anime. Excluding the opening and ending of the anime, all of the songs feature the vocals of Reina Ueda (上田 麗奈).


WHAT MAY BE DUBBED:

If there’s enough interest, we may dub the games. (specifically Caligula: Overdose if it is localized) 

However, this is a casting call for the anime first and foremost; we will ask cast members if they’re willing to reprise the role if we decide to dub the games.


PROSPECTIVE ACTORS:

  • No previous background knowledge of The Caligula Effect is required, but do expect story spoilers. I try to list the basic information needed for the role, but some characters by their nature may contain spoilers. 

  • Quality of acting is very important for the main cast! The story provokes a lot of emotions, so be prepared to express them as best as you can as the character would express them.

  • All audition lines may be done up to your own interpretation, including those with added notes.

  • You may reference the Japanese voice actors, but please prioritize your acting abilities over imitation. We want to hear the best of how you portray the character.


  • The only role that will be required to reference the Japanese VA is μ (Mu), voiced by Reina Ueda. You can find the reference video in her profile. For the rest of the cast, I have made reference videos if you'd like to listen, though it is not required:



  • Please do your best to maintain good audio quality. Actors will be expected to record takes themselves and send the files over. 

  • Please have a continued interest in the project. I believe the current schedule gives us enough time to get things done, but this is no small feat, so I want everyone involved in the project to be at least somewhat committed for best results.


PROSPECTIVE STAFF:  


  • As staff, we will all work with each other and the actors to produce the best product we can make. 

  • Please have a continued interest in the project. I believe the current schedule gives us enough time to get things done, but this is no small feat, so I want everyone involved in the project to be at least somewhat committed for best results.

  • We may start the project after all main acting roles are cast. Staff member applications are always open even after we start the project, and I will handle any untaken roles otherwise. 


COMMUNICATION:
Our main form of communicating will be in a Discord server, which features both chat and voice communication. It is available for free at discordapp.com with an account registration, and can be used in-browser or with the Discord program/app. I believe it will be the best way for all people working on the project to contribute their ideas and work with the acting. If you are unable to use Discord, please inform me if you are casted. Otherwise, all those casted will be sent a link to join the Discord server.


RELEASE SCHEDULE: 

Our current plan is to release 2 episodes a month starting on August/September 2018, 2-3 months after the corresponding Blu-ray/DVD releases. They will be released on Dailymotion, and Youtube if possible. The schedule may be adjusted as needed.


COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS:

Please send any questions and feedback our way! I would really appreciate what you have to say about the project.

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Latest Updates

  • August Update

    A few points I want to make: The Caligula English Team Discord is now open and this is the link: https://discord.gg/qtnVV7p You will need to be approved by me after you have entered the server. If you are a member of the production team (a casted VA, a staff member, etc.) please send your Discord name over CCC so I can give you the proper role when you join! Again, we are always open for minor/extra roles! If you want to take a minor role, please let me know over CCC so that I can give you the role when you join the Discord server. Thank you for following the production of Caligula: English Fandub!
  • Caligula English: Thank You For All Your Auditions!

    I think this has been a good casting call and I believe we're going to be able to gather a good cast for the upcoming fandub. The initial audition deadline has passed, but I'm going to give as much feedback as I can the rest of the week and allow reauditions as needed. Final decisions of Part 1 of the main cast will be made afterwards, but auditions for Part 2 (The roles I have listed in the previous update) will remain open until July 21. Also, the minor/extra roles are still open: just send me a message if you want to fill any of them! - Narwhal
  • Deadline Extenstion & Role Casting Info

    A few notes to make regarding casting and deadlines: First: To make up for delays in feedback, the general deadline will be extended to WEDnesday, JULY 4. Second: This is Important Information for the following roles: Izuru Minesawa / Sweet-P / Shonen-Doll / Mirei / Ike-P / Shadow Knife The following characters do not appear in EP1 & EP2 (our first planned release) so it’s possible that they may not be casted following the general deadline (e.g. if there aren't enough auditions for the role) If this happens, we will still begin work after the rest of the characters are casted and the casting for those characters will remain open while we work on EP1 & EP2.
  • Suzuna Kagura Role

    I didn't think I made this completely clear, so I've changed the profile and I'm posting an update to everyone who auditioned or plans to audition for Suzuna Kagura. The casted VA for Suzuna Kagura will be required to sing a short (1 min) version of an English translation of Heinrich Heine's "The Lorelei" for EP4. This is the Japanese translation used in the anime for reference. (https://youtu.be/oK-kxqkC5r0) If you are casted and you do not want to sing, please let me know and I can find a second singing voice for the role.
  • June 23 Update

    Not much to report about the casting itself, but just some more information related to the project. The fandub project Twitter has been created @CaligulaEnglish ! Spread the word if you'd like! The first entry of my Dev Log has been published in the project Tumblr blog @caligula-english. This one's pretty basic, just my introductions and my hopes for the outcome of this project, but I'll document many other aspects of the process here as we go on. The VA reference video for the other half of the cast is now up! (https://youtu.be/1870uoNgegc) Again, you do not have to view these to audition, but as these characters really need more auditions it might encourage others to do so. If you'll excuse me, I'll be spending the weekend getting feedback out so you'll have the last week to re-audition if you'd like. That's all for the update! - Narwhal (BaseNumbers)
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Minor Roles
open
Unpaid

This is an all-encompassing role for all minor characters and extras. Submitting a demo reel is recommended. 

We will contact you directly if you are casted, and this role will remain open for the duration of our dubbing project.

Some minor roles we are looking for include: 

•   High school students (Unspecified number of roles)   •   Adults (Several male & female roles)   •   3 cutsey girls   •   1 formal butler 

The list may be updated to add more roles as needed. 

  • If you’re not auditioning with a demo reel, introduce yourself and describe some voices you can do.

  • Alternatively, you can reply to my comment on the project page or message me if you're interested in filling a minor/extra role.

Director
Director
Voice Director/Co-Director
open
Unpaid

This role works with me and the voice actors (and writer, if applicable) to guide and bring out the best expressions of their characters in each scene. Knowledge of The Caligula Effect is helpful for this role.

  • Say something you think would fit

Writer
Writer
Script Writer/Co-Writer
open
Unpaid

This role will work along with me to create an adapted English script out of the Crunchyroll translations. (And working with the director on script portrayal if needed) My intent is to mix literal translation with interpretation of its meaning, leaning towards the latter. Knowledge of The Caligula Effect is helpful for this role.

  • Say something you think would fit

Audio Engineer
Audio Engineer
Audio Engineer
open
Unpaid

This role puts the character voices, music and sound effects together into a coherent audio track.

  • Say something you think would fit

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Izuru Minesawa
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

A 2nd Year student on the verge of an awakening. He's 17 in Mobius and has been trapped there for one year. His appearance in Mobius is that of a little-known deceased celebrity from the real world. Izuru is withdrawn and emotionless, demonstrating no concern or interest in associating with others.

DIRECTOR NOTES:

A mature, stoic voice. Has difficulty expressing emotions, but his voice is firm regardless.

  • I don't quite get what you're saying, but I believe you when you say that you guys took down Shonen-Doll.

  • You're living off your own efforts. That's way more respectable than someone who's sponging off his parents.

  • Haven't we gone over this? I joined the club because we have a common goal. I don't think of any of you as "friends".

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Sweet-P
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Dressed in fanciful fairytale pastels, Sweet-P is both Mobius' premier fashion icon and an Ostinato Musician. She is distinguished by her long eyelashes and big, beautiful eyes. Just like her fashion, Sweet-P's songs exhibit a delicate, feminine quality. Some girls go absolutely nuts over her music.

DIRECTOR'S NOTES:
A high, cutesy, childlike voice befitting of her theme. The cute front she puts up tends to fall apart when provoked, though, revealing an unpleasant, unfeminine tone to her voice. 

  • You're the one who wants to attend the party, right? My name's Sweet-P. Nice to meet youuu~♪ 

  • You do have a fairy name, don't you? I can't imagine someone who doesn't have one trying to attend the secret tea party.

  • (absolutely furious) N-No. How? Where did you hear that? This isn't what I was promised! I thought I could erase everything! Make it disappear!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shonen-Doll
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Shonen-Doll is a young boy who dwells in Mobius' enormous library, choosing to competely isolate himself from the outside world. He always wears a low-hanging hood that obscures his face and hides his expressions. Sneering at the masses, he writes gloomy, violent songs that attack people with social lives, who he interprets as weak for having to work in a flock in order to accomplish anything worthwhile. He engages a lot of difficult concepts in his work and has a strong group of fanatical devotees who tend to embrace solitude and individuality and see his music as salvation.

DIRECTOR'S NOTES:
A very young, quite boyish voice. Can be played by a male or female actor. 
Typically quiet, dark and brooding. Can get over dramatic if emotional.

  • It's true that isolation can feel comforting. You can get lost in your own world without facing harm from others.

  • My name is Shonen-Doll. The one who will guide you all down the right path.

  • (dramatic) I'm not the one who's wrong! It's this society that makes you normies think that world revolves around you!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Mirei
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Mirei lives an idle life of luxury, fawned over by male followers inside her stronghold in Mobius' Marine Resort.
She is an arrogant and selfish debutante who behaves as though she is the center of the world; however (except for her personality) she truly is exceptional at everything.
She boasts an immense popularity based on her goregous appearance and exceptional musical genius.
She is so obsessed with being number one that she even sees µ, the absolute idol inside of Mobius, as her rival.


DIRECTOR NOTES:
A young woman with a preppy manner of speech, her official description describes her character pretty well. 



  • I'll show you who the most noble and charming one in this world is! 

  • No matter where I go, there she is dancing and singing in that high-pitched voice. It offends my sense of beauty. 

  • There's no way I'm letting you all return to reality! This is my world! I'll decide whether or not I keep my promises!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Ike-P
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION: 

Ike-P is a 2nd Year student that attends the same school as the main characters. He's a classmate of Izuru who definitely looks like he's in a band. He is a natural narcissist who has a justified confidence in his looks -- he's always striking a pose just to show off. He's popular with girls and always wants to improve himself. For some reason, he's constantly plotting against Izuru. His distinct style sometimes makes him unapproachable.

DIRECTOR NOTES: 

He is usually brash and overconfident, with a naturally loud voice. 

  • Wow, so you guys were at the concert earlier. Well, how was it? You must've been shocked to see how popular I am! 

  • If you wanna see μ, then you'll have to do so on your own! I'm going to make you feel the pain of the people you've hurt!

  • (to μ) Now you understand: Thorn was right... They're disrupting Mobius and doing harm to the public good. We can't allow these rogues who are destroying people's dreams to get their way!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shadow Knife
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION: 

A law-abiding hero who adores justice, he executes those who rebel in Mobius. He skillfully wields shadows and knives to punish the wicked and the rebellious. He serves as µ's personal bodyguard due to his unique and effective combat abilities. He often does and says awkwardly theatrical things, such as, "he's the weakest of us Ostinato Musicians," which makes it difficult for others to respond. There is a theory that his name, apparence, and even combat abilities are identical to that of an anime character that was popular a few years ago.

DIRECTOR NOTES:

Deep and dark voice. As stated, he constantly acts like an action movie character, dramaticizing everything he says. However, despite calling himself a hero, he sounds more like a villain.

  • Rogues who resent this world, to think that you would come on your own volition to meet your end... This place shall serve as your graveyard.

  • *chuckle* ... You are strong... but my justice will not break by force alone ... Next time, I will teach you which of our methods of justice is true.

  • Silence! DId your justice save me? No, Mobius saved me from despair, not you all!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Marie Mizuguchi
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: KissfromtheShadows

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION: 

In Mobius, Marie is a 2nd Year student and classmate of the protagonist. She is an exceptional honors student with a gentle demeanor that makes her approachable. Even while participating in the Go-Home Club's occasionally dubious activities, she watches over the main characters without too much prying. This is particularly true for the main character, whom she supports as a close friend. She is destined to be caught in the conflict between the Go-Home Club and the Ostinato Musicians. 

DIRECTOR NOTES: 

While she is usually polite and friendly, on the other side of the coin is a completely different personality: as "Wicked", she is unstable, has a nasty voice, and enjoys chaos and others' emotional strife and suffering.

  • (normal) Morita-san is so obsessed with social media that she doesn't have many real friends… Please befriend her, if possible. 

  • (as "Wicked") Well, thanks to you, now they're all gonna die! Brutally, and by my hands! Ahahahaha! What a screw-up…!

  • (as "Wicked") Everyone claims to care about those close to them, but all they actually care about is themselves. Makes me wanna puke! 

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Thorn
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: FishyFried

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Thorn is the leader of the Ostinato Musicians.
Thorn is a lovely young girl with a sickly appearance. She appears before the protagonist's party in an uncanny, phantasmal way -- she always shows up where she couldn't possibly be.
She is the oldest and first composer of µ's songs, known for her enormously popular dark and brooding love songs.
µ trusts Thorn completely and obediently follows her orders.

DIRECTOR NOTES:
Typically a mature, calm and composed voice. An intelligent and calculating character, her voice always has a hint of gloom in it. 


  • µ… preserving Mobius is the greatest desire of the Ostinato Musicians: we won't let it be destroyed.

  • Why return to a place filled with pain, sadness, and despair when you're just going to get hurt the same way again?

  • (angry) If you want to go back to the real world and continue to suffer, then so be it. You can't stop us or die with us.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
μ (Mu)
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: M0MORI

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:


µ is a vocal synthesizer software that will obediently sing anything her user inputs.

Little by little, a seed of consciousness and self-awareness germinated within her. The songs people told her to sing alerted her to the agony of reality, so she created the eternally-youthful world of Mobius in order to save a tortured humanity.

Now she flies throughout Mobius, bringing bliss to all she meets and ensuring that the smiles never end.


DIRECTOR'S NOTES:
A high, light voice with a melodic sound.
Portrayed as cheery, very kind and compassionate, she is optimistic, good-natured, and is always looking to grant everyone's wishes and desires. 

Referencing the original voice actor is required for this role. You can listen to the sample video through this link.

  • If there's anything you want, or anything you want me to do, let me know. Aria and I will work hard to make it come true for you!

  • (in thought) The real world is a painful place. No matter how happy people become in Mobius, they'll get hurt all over again out there.

  • (to Aria, heartbroken) You agreed to help everyone and make them happy while we drift about the Metaverse-Es! Was that just a lie!?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Aria
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: PaisJane

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

She's a virtuadoll that was created around the same time as µ.

She was forced to take a smaller form in Mobius because of µ’s vast power.

She wants to stop µ, who has become steadily more unhinged since creating Mobius, and return to the real world. To this end, she selects the main characters and grants them the ability to fight.

In contrast to the lovely, immaculate, and perfectionist µ, her personality is bright, cheerful, and casual, which makes it easy for her to make friends.


DIRECTOR NOTES:
Bright, childish, energetic high voice. The easiest comparison to make would be to the Powerpuff Girls.


  • Hi~~ everybody~~! My name is Aria! Don't you forget it, okay?

  • (annoyed) Jeez! At least hear out my side of the story first! You're built big, but you're really a small, petty person, huh?

  • Now then, time to fight back! Show us what that heart of yours can do, okay?!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Ritsu Shikishima
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: deleted67748

DIRECTOR NOTES: 

In the games he is the nameless player; in the anime he has his own established character. 

Usually a calm and lax voice. intelligent and well-read, he frequently voices his thoughts and sometimes tends to ramble.

  • (narrating) Up until now, I never held any doubts about my everyday life. …No, that's wrong. Some part of my mind was avoiding these doubts. 

  • His confirmation bias might be stronger than most others. It gives him a tendency to be hasty and charge in headfirst. 

  • How long are you planning to play along with this yourself!? You've started to notice, right? This isn't your real self! 

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shogo Satake
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: ⭐JoeNova Voices⭐

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:
A 3rd year student, he’s the founder of the Go-Home Club.
Despite only being 18 years old inside Mobius, it seems he has experienced the “loop” in Mobius many times.
He is prone to philosophical thoughts and has a lethargic demeanor. He hides deep hopelessness and a strong desire for the real world behind his sleepy-looking eyes.

DIRECTOR NOTES:
A deep, low voice. His typical voice is not gruff, but rather mellow.

  • All that matters is that everyone here wishes to go back to their actual homes. The same holds true for you, yes?

  • The way you lead is impressive… You may be quiet, but you do what needs to be done. 

  • (angry, raising his voice) I don't want you to stick your nose in my business just to have a laugh. Do you not get that? Well, do you!? 

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Kotaro Tomoe
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: sword of swords

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Kotaro is a nosy boy whose cheerful attitude doesn't fit his large build. He often sets the mood at the Go-Home Club. Kotaro simply can’t leave people alone if they need help. His favorite words are "love" and "friendship." He has a deep respect for his father and does not hesitate to say that his dream is to become a rescue worker. 

DIRECTOR NOTES:

A very bold and outspoken voice. Though he tends to be excitable and impulsive, he generally means well. 

  • …You're a good man. Sure, I'll convince him, no prob. You can rely on me!

  • 'Course not! We just wanna go back home, and that's what we're gonna do! Ain't a damn thing wrong with that! 

  • Even so, what you're doing is nothing more than bullying the weak. To say the least, the reason I wished for power wasn't so that I would become someone like you!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Kotono Kashiwaba
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: abigailturner

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

A beautiful young girl with a soothing quality and a prim, mature aura about her. She’s charming in a way that manages to be both innocent and seductive. She’s kind to all she meets, making her extremely popular with boys. Kotono fills an older sister role in the Go-Home Club. 

DIRECTOR NOTES:

Typically a gentle and courteous voice, she is charismatic but modest. 

  • Here, let me send you an invite to the group chat before it's too late. … There you go. Feel free to PM me whenever you like.

  • (disappointed) I hated watching my mother deal with drunks, even as a child. I told myself I'd never end up like her, and yet...

  • Sheesh, what an immature woman. If you think that the world revolves around you, you're solely mistaken.

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Mifue Shinohara
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: jayjitsu

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Mifue has short-cropped hair and large eyes. She eats and laughs a lot. Her favorite things are whipped cream and chocolate cornets. She has a cheerful, bold personality, and often lightens the mood among the other girls. She’s good friends with Suzuna, who is in the same grade as her.

DIRECTOR NOTES:

An active person, she's assertive and straightforward. 

  • (determined) Me too! This place is pretty fun, and it has tons of delicious food, but we have to get back home! 

  • G-Geez, you're such a worrywart. I'm totally fine!

  • (furious) That's not my problem! Did you really think that things would just disappear in this world because you want them to!?

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Suzuna Kagura
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: jklva

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

She's a quiet girl that always has a forlorn look on her face... She has trouble maintaining eye contact when she speaks. She's timid, but once she sets her mind to something she'll always find a way to achieve it. When she's determined, her voice is sometimes so loud that people around her have to cover their ears or risk deafness.

DIRECTOR’S NOTE:

A quiet, sweet voice. She's friendly but tends to be socially awkward. Singing is her hobby and she is a member of the school choir.

IMPORTANT: The casted VA for Suzuna Kagura will be required to sing a short (1 min) version of an English translation of Heinrich Heine's "The Lorelei" for EP4. This is the Japanese translation used in the anime for reference. (https://youtu.be/oK-kxqkC5r0) Singing is NOT required in the audition. If you are casted and you do not want to sing, please let me know and I can find a second singing voice for the role.

  • I-It's been a while since I ate lunch with someone... so... I'm nervous...

  • The solitude here is so calming. And with an abundance of books, it's a very comforting place to be...

  • (assertive, but not too loud) Stop hiding and talk to me! Tell me why you turn people into dolls and then hurt them!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Naruko Morita
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Chinchi

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Naruko is a 2nd Year high school student. She is 17 years old and has been in Mobius for one year. An insatiably curious 2nd Year student, she loves rumors and scandals. She acts like a paparazzi sometimes. She multitasks well and can post on social media while carrying on a conversation about a totally different subject.

DIRECTOR NOTES:

Perky and whimsical, she's very invested in whatever she puts her mind into.

  • Ah, wait, wait! I have the deets on Kagi-P, for real! I, Naruko Morita, will take you straight to him! C'mon, let's go!

  • Maaan, I totally thought he'd be here! I wonder if I heard some fake info. How could I make such a novice mistake...?

  • (desperate) I'll be screwed if I stay here like this, right? Sorry about leaking your info. Is there any way I can join you guys? Please?!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Kensuke Hibiki
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: PresidentLeon

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:

Kensuke is a 1st Year high school student. He is 16 in Mobius and has been there for two years. An Ostinato Musician who produces songs for µ, Kensuke is an enemy of the Go-Home Club. His battle with the Go-Home Club forces him to question his own existence and he ultimately decides to join his former enemies in their quest to return home.

DIRECTOR NOTES:

A youthful voice. He often acts very smug, sly, and occasionally playful.

  • Hello there everyone! How's my doll-loving, Mobius-adoring µ fan club doing today? This is Kagi-P!

  • As I've already said, the only ones "out of their minds" here are you guys. Why are you trying to leave Mobius anyway? 

  • (irritated) You're so annoying. I don't have to try anything to understand the truth. I'm not the same as those fools out there... I know when my efforts will be in vain.

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