Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V Fandub: Reiji Akaba
Asterit for Yaiba Todo
Character Description: Yaiba is one of LDS’s top students and he excels within the Synchro Summoning category at the school. Because of this, he develops a cocky attitude, always thinking he’s above most duelists’ skills and will mock them whenever he gets the chance to. His skills are no joke and can back up his arrogance to a degree, which gave Gongenzaka a run for his money. Yaiba isn’t afraid to admit when he’s in danger and admire his opponent though, because he knows his strengths and weaknesses, most of the time.
Voice Description: Yaiba needs to have a sense of arrogance in his voice. I imagine him with a sense of smug and pride in the way he talks. His voice will be just a bit deeper, given that he’s young.
Reiji mentions Yusho Sakaki to Yuya, which surprises the latter, prompting him to ask Reiji if he knew Yusho. Upon hearing this, Yaiba couldn't pass up the opportunity to mock Yuya.
"*Laughs for a short sec mockingly.* Everyone knows your dad, of course! Your father is well-known after all - as the former champion, who ran away!
Gongenzaka begins firing himself up with his upcoming duel with Yaiba, to which the latter responds to this pre-ritual.
"Hey! Big guy! How long are you going to keep me waiting? That's a little over-the-top for a pre-duel ritual, don't you think? Heh, or is it because you're scared of dueling me that you want to delay your inevitable loss for as long as you can?"
(Director's Note: "XX" is pronounced "Double X".)
During his match with Gongenzaka, Yaiba begins to make his Synchro plays, causing everybody to go on the edge of their seat.
"Ha! What's with this Steadfast Dueling crap and you acting all high and mighty? I'm just getting started! Start savoring your last moments! I'm tuning my XX-Saber Boggart Knight with my Level Three XX-Saber Fulhelmknight! Warrior that wields the crossing blades of light! Trample over the mountain of corpses! I Synchro Summon! Enter this showdown! Level Seven! X-Saber Souza!"
This was pretty good for your first audition! Most of your line deliveries were pretty spot on, with a few flops here and there. Though there is something about your mic, but I just can't put my finger on it. I'd recommend trying to find settings that would help with voice overs on your mic and audio interface! Great job though!
Thanks so much! Think it may have been some nerves there! Yeah I've been experiencing some things related to that. I record in a padded booth so I'm still trying to find that 'sweet spot' for recording. Most the lows are bassier because of the isolated sound. Would you have any recommendations to address this?
Hmmm as far as I know (Because we still have trouble finding that sweet spot in our booth but make it work in post.), I think you might have to move the mic a bit closer to the pads or getting even more pads/clothes. This worked with us a majority of the time. Also, I'd take your time when recording for the auditions! You don't need to nail everything in one shot! In fact, I usually practice the line a good bit before I even begin my first take!
Thanks for the advice! I'll try what you suggested. I'm already getting better results by moving the mic to a better position. Some extra padding couldn't hurt either! Thanks for giving feedback to everyone too. Haven't seen that much elsewhere, so it's really appreciated for sure!
Definitely! Extra padding doesn't hurt! Also, thanks for the appreciation! I try to give advice to everyone that I think would benefit from it, because I want to see everyone improve!
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Thank you for the advice! Still getting the hang of editing audio files and etc. Working my head around EQ and such, but I'm sure overtime I'll get way better and more efficient with everything (: