The Unofficial Owlboy Fandub is BACK! Originally started in 2017, the Unofficial Owlboy Fandub seeks to create a YouTube series of a fully voice-acted playthrough of D-Pad Studios' 2016 platformer, Owlboy.
The original series released two completed episodes, which can be found here, before fizzling out as a result of chaotic life circumstances and some corrupted game footage. I've always felt disappointed about the way the original project ended, but I think the time is finally right to give it another go!
Several of the previous cast members have agreed to return to the project. As such, some of the roles present in the original casting call (located here) will not be available to audition this time around. At present, these include Geddy, Alphonse, Twig, Buccanary, Bonacci, and Fib.
Owlboy is a 2016 retro-style platformer created by D-Pad Studios. It focuses on the story of a young Owl named Otus, born a mute and unable to speak, in a land where the entire livable surface is made up of large islands floating in the sky. The Owls are an ancient race, and once had a sprawling civilization that dominated the planet, with magnificent technology and high culture. However, hundreds of years ago, they went through a mysterious collapse, and now are only a shadow of what they once were.
Otus has recently begun his training under Asio, his Owl mentor, when the Sky Pirates, a group of fearsome robotic raiders, attack his village. Otus soon finds himself thrust into a journey to save the world, and to make some new friends along the way.
NOTE: This casting call will contain moderate spoilers for Owlboy!
Audition information:
The deadline for this round is November 4th at 11:00 PM Central Time. Good luck, and have fun!
Name pronunciation guide:
Otus: OH-tuss
Geddy: GEH-dee
Asio: AH-see-OH
Strix: STRICKS
Solus: SO-luss
Molstrom: MOHL-strum
Kernelle: kur-NELL
Buccanary: BUCK-uh-nair-ee (like buccaneer + canary)
Boguin: BOG-win
Bonacci: boh-NAH-chee
Mandolyn: MAN-doh-LIN (like the instrument)
Bomboman: BOM-boh-MAN
Vellie: VELL-ee (similar to "jelly")
The second round of casting for the Unofficial Owlboy Fandub is now open! The new casting call can be found here: https://www.castingcall.club/projects/the-unofficial-owlboy-fandub-round-2-of-casting
Round 2 contains 15 roles, primarily for minor characters that appear later in the game.
The deadline for round 2 is Friday, January 28th. Looking forward to seeing your submissions!
-Jedibob5
Thank you all for auditioning for the Unofficial Owlboy Fandub! Casting for this round is complete. Congratulations to those who have been selected!
For those who were not cast but would still like to participate, worry not - there will be a second casting call at some point in the future for characters that appear later on in the game! Additionally, if anyone would like constructive feedback on their auditions, please reach out to me privately and I will be more than happy to provide some notes.
Stay tuned for new episodes and future updates by subscribing to our YouTube channel! We are anticipating the debut of our first full episode near the end of the month. https://youtube.com/@theunofficialowlboyfandub6790?si=UmovXEAsHx7IibOc
Once again, thank you all so much for your interest and enthusiasm for helping to make this project a reality!
-Jedibob5
The Unofficial Owlboy Fandub is now less than one week out from the audition deadline of Saturday, November 4th. I've received a ton of fantastic auditions so far, and we're not even done yet!
Once the deadline is reached, I will begin making final casting selections the following day, Sunday, November 5th, though it will likely bleed over into Monday or Tuesday. Those who have been selected will receive a private message from me on both CCC and Discord (my handle is jedibob5 on both platforms) containing additional details and next steps.
Thank you all for auditioning, and I am greatly looking forward to getting started on this project in earnest!
-Jedibob5
Responsible for the text of signposts, inventory items, and a few other instances of text without a specific speaker.
Voice guidelines: Must be clear, well-enunciated, and evenly-paced.
[on a signpost] Higher: Vellie Plaza. Lower: Otus’s Residence.
The door is locked.
Geddy carries a blaster, effective in most combat situations, but not against solid rock or steel.
Asio is an Owl instructor who takes Otus under his wing and intends to become his mentor. However, due to Otus' perceived failures at the tasks Asio gives him, Asio quickly loses trust in the mute owl, and often ends up berating and humiliating him. In the later sections of the game, he ultimately swallows his pride and admits his mistakes to Otus, apologizing for the Owls' arrogance.
Voice guidelines: Medium to low pitch. Refined, distinguished, and assertive, but also quite proud, often to the point of arrogance.
No need to look so nervous! This is a great moment for you! Despite being born a mute, under my tutelage you will become one of the pillars of our community!
Your actions are inexcusable, Otus. You bring shame to owls everywhere! And most of all, you bring shame upon me.
I am... so... sorry... for everything. Despite everything, you have been a remarkable student, Otus. Courage is a trait lost on most owls.
Strix is another Owl tutor, and something of a rival of Asio's. He tutors three owl students, Solus, Fib, and Bonacci. Not much is shown of his methods of tutoring his students, but he does seem at least somewhat less arrogant and derisive as Asio.
Voice guidelines: Medium to low pitch. Similar to Asio - confident and refined, but not as outright arrogant.
Asio, we don't have time for this. As a fellow owl, you should know better.
My students and I plan to carry supplies to the turret gunners and do repairs. It will be dangerous, but it's the least we can do.
This is it!? This village's supplies won't even last a week. Preposterous! Asio has done a lackluster job here, at best.
A very shy and timid Owl, Solus is one of the students studying under Strix. Anxious and with a bit of a stutter, Solus is slow to trust and tends to be a loner. He often finds himself being picked on by Bonacci and Fib, Strix's other students. He is on good terms with Geddy and Otus, even if he can't bring himself to trust them entirely.
Voice guidelines: Medium to medium-high pitch. Has a very timid, quiet, and uncertain voice.
H-Hey... I'm sure you don't want to talk right now, but... I want you to know that I believe you. You don't seem like the type to lie, Otus.
T-This... This is too much! I can't believe it, Otus! Everything has gone wrong! I can't stay here in Vellie.
I-I trust you, Otus, but I can't involve anyone else in this... I'm sorry, b-but I don't have time to explain. Please leave.
An old scientist and teacher living in the town of Vellie, the Professor aids in defending against the pirate raid on Vellie, as well as the attack on Advent. Rational and academic, the Professor is often frustrated by Asio's arrogance and dismissiveness towards his inventions. Although sympathetic towards Otus early on, by the time of the attack on Advent, he blames Otus for his perceived failures, much like Asio, even though the problems were outside of Otus' control. He does eventually aid Otus once he and his friends are finally able to prove they aren't making any of their story up.
Voice guidelines: Medium-low to medium-high pitch. The Professor is practically-minded and insightful, and should speak with an educated air.
Asio, we have no time for this bickering. Geddy! Get this machine working so we can get a visual of the pirates.
...This timing... Have the pirates noticed it too? That the islands are... ...No, surely not.
The wind machinery was never active!? Don’t be ridiculous. We’re all familiar with you and Otus’s slackery!
The fearsome, megalomaniacal captain of the robotic Sky Pirates, Molstrom is a machine built for battle. Bloodthirsty and relentless, his only goal is destruction. He seeks three ancient Owl relics, which, if obtained, would give him the capability to wipe out all life on the planet.
Voice guidelines: Low pitch. LOUD, coarse, and aggressive. A good microphone that is capable of handling high volumes is especially important for Molstrom.
FOOLS! Come to see your capital burn? Well, take a good look.
...You're here to fight me? Hahahaha! Very well. Hopefully you can at least entertain me until the relics are finished charging.
YOU! HE SENT YOU HERE TO DISTRACT ME! I'M GOING TO DESTROY ALL THREE OF YOU!
A particularly bloodthirsty and vicious pirate, Dirk is Captain Molstrom's right-hand man. He is instrumental in Molstrom's quest to hunt down the ancient Owl relics. He initially worked together with Alphonse, and was infuriated by Alphonse's decision to betray the pirates, and vowed to hunt him down and destroy him. He was also primarily responsible for manipulating Twig into working with the pirates, and was the one that abandoned Twig when he felt the spider was no longer needed for the pirates' plans.
Voice guidelines: Medium-low to medium-high pitch. Should sound unrefined, and convey a sense of callousness and greed.
WHY YOU...! You'll pay for your treacherous words! I'll skewer you right where you stand!
Who cares? Just alert me the second they get through the door! I don't have time for any more distractions!
FRIENDS!? Why would you ever feel the need to seek such frailties? Pathetic... Powerless... Only weaklings who can't fend for themselves will seek friendship.
Kernelle is the Professor's assistant, and a biology teacher at a school in Advent. She is more reasonable towards Otus early on than either Asio or the Professor, and is willing to give him a second chance. She's generally mild-mannered, but loves making rockets and bombs as a side hobby. When dealing with rocketry or explosives, she becomes crazed with excitement.
Voice guidelines: Medium to medium-high pitch. Normally, she is down-to-earth and sincerely cares about Otus. When dealing with explosives, she becomes loud, crazed, and almost seems totally unhinged.
Don’t look so down, laddie. If you made a mistake you’ll make it right in time. Take Asio and the Professor, for instance. They’ve made plenty of mistakes.
Where are my manners? My name is Kernelle. I research biology and teach the children at this school. ...And I make rockets and bombs for fun.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! IT IS TIME! PREPARE YOURSELVES! ALL SYSTEMS ARE READY! ...DETACH! IGNITION! LIFTOFF!!!
When she first meets Otus, she gives him a challenge to find all of her Buccanary Coins, which she has hidden around the continent. As he collects them and brings them to her throughout the game, she gives him various trinkets and rewards to help him during his quest.
Voice guidelines: Medium to high pitch. She puts on a cheery, sunny disposition towards customers in her shop, yet doesn't really hide the fact that she treats the Boguins poorly.
Welcome! Let's tally up that booty! So far, you've collected 500 Buccanary coins. Excellent! And now, for your surprise!
Now! Boguin! Back to your shack!
Flapping? Why is there flapping in my shop? G-G!!! G-GAWK!!!......Is- is it gone? I think I need a vacation… And a stricter pet policy.
The Boguins are a dopey race of penguin-like creatures that serve as Buccanary's assistants. They're not too bright and rather cowardly, but when not threatened, they're fun-loving and silly. It's implied that Buccanary does not treat them very well...
Voice guidelines: Medium-low to medium-high pitch. Should sound oblivious and happy-go-lucky, and exaggeratedly panicked when frightened. Perhaps a bit nasally.
It is likely that multiple VAs will be cast for this role.
Hi, how are you doing today? I’m not allowed to talk to people, hehe!
You’re… you’re not gonna hurt me? Wow, that’s nice of you! I’m one of Buccanary’s punching bag- um! One of Buccanary’s helpers!
Woah! You totally saved me! Thanks, buds! I thought those beasts were gonna stomp me! And kick me! And chew on my eyeballs! But they didn’t! Thanks to you, guy!
A young soldier in Advent's defense force, and Bonanza's partner. She is injured in the attack on Advent, and separated from Bonanza. With Otus' help, she finds Bonanza, and together, the two help Otus and his friends break into the pirate base.
Voice guidelines: Medium pitch. Anne tends to speak matter-of-factly, and while she doesn't hide her emotions, she tends to be somewhat subdued when displaying them.
Hoi. You ready, Bonanza? Alright! Here we go!
Hey there, Otus! I’m glad to see you made it out of Advent! We barely made it... And our squad leader didn’t make it out.
I guess it’s time to try to turn a new leaf and plan ahead. Can’t grieve forever.
An elderly Advent trooper, Bonanza is an explosives expert, and surprisingly spry and athletic for her age. She works together with Anne to help Otus and his friends break into the pirate base.
Voice guidelines: Medium-low to medium-high pitch. Despite her age, Bonanza is still quite energetic, fit, and capable. Her voice should sound aged, but still lively.
Move aside, children. Bonanza will take care of this. HIIIIYA!
Aye, be careful out there, younglings. Watch out for them sinister tin-cans now!
You’re looking for someone? Let me give you some advice… Just jump around absolutely everywhere, super fast. Then you’ll find them eventually.
A citizen of Vellie. A kind woman who cares a lot about Otus. She also enjoys gardening and playing music, especially in front of audiences.
Voice guidelines: Medium-high to high pitch. Relaxed, optimistic, and sincere. Her voice should be delicate, and perhaps a bit sing-songy.
I’ve finished a wonderful new song in the past few days. I think I might go out of town to perform in front of a big audience!
I hear there’s been a troublemaker lurking about… I really hope it’s not a pirate!
A citizen of Vellie. A simple man who wants nothing more than to play his bongo drums all day.
Voice guidelines: Low to medium-low pitch. Like most townsfolk of Vellie, he tends to be relaxed and carefree, and looks out for Otus.
Note: Despite having no canonical in-game voice, Bomboman's speech patterns appear to indicate a strong accent of some kind, possibly Caribbean or Polynesian. No specific accent will be mandatory, though the ability to respectfully perform a fitting accent is a plus.
Life is full of music, Otus. All you need to do, is stop and listen!
Also, there be troublemaker around village. Is not you, is it? Somebody is stealing my bongos!
A citizen of Vellie. A man of simple desires, he is content spending his days bathing in the town's hot spring. He openly admits that he lacks any sort of work ethic and has little desire to change, but he commends the Owls for the hard work they do.
You owls sure are hard-workin’! Strix’s students are scurrying about keeping watch, all the way from Advent... And here you are too! I prefer to relax in my hot spring! Heheheh!
There you go, lad. Never forget to take your time to relax. Take it from ol’ Toby! He’s a relaxer!
A guard of Vellie's defense force that watches over the upper gate to the village. He refuses to allow Otus through the gate to Tropos, until after the initial pirate raid on Vellie, when Asio tasks Otus with going to the Owl Temple to activate its defenses.
Voice guidelines: Open to interpretation, though it should sound at least appropriately serious for his position as a town guard.
Are you the troublemaker that’s been lurking around town, Otus? You sure look like a troublemaker to me.
For someone as strict as Asio, he sure lets you off easy.
