Sherwood And The Infinite Lullaby - Arc One
lprizcincy for Devalem Aquila
Devalem is of an otherworldly species, called Fellenyans, who are people whose souls have bonded with that of an animal. In his case, his soul is bonded with a Golden Eagle, and in Fellenya, those with the soul of an eagle are of royal caste.
Devalem is an incredibly well-composed, smug, and cunning character, which can often be perceived as being cold-hearted or pretentious, which further distinguishes his position as heir to the throne (or prince) of Fellenya. However, it is Deva’s way of assessing a situation, regardless of the gravity, allowing him to act logically and just. Like the Golden Eagle, Devalem is extraordinarily agile, in thought and in action, only facilitating his nimble, vigorous combat style and graceful way of movement.
As for his voice, I’m looking for a deeper than average, semi gruff or gravelly voice, but a nice balance of warmth and cold in the tone. With lots of attitude, he is quite condescending towards certain people, especially those he dislikes, and of course the antagonists he faces. For reference, use Grant George, who voices Gilgamesh in the Fate/Staynight: Unlimited Bladeworks English dub.
In this line, Devalem is confronting a hive-mind species known as The Paragon, who lurk within the void in means to protect it from those who wish to pass through. Read this line with a sense of anger and pride, not often does one stand against these ominous creatures.
“...We, like many others, seek nothing more than that. Not to disrupt your ancient slumber, not to leave a scar on this barren paradise, we only hasten because a purpose lies beyond, and certainly one greater than you’ll ever live to know... Even if the blood on the bottom of our boots leave footprints in our trail, even if each breath renders the air stale, our hearts carry more merit than the slightest humanity you leech on to. You aren’t protecting the fabric of reality. No... you are the moths that feed upon it.”
In this line, Devalem reluctantly shares his feelings of the protagonist Duke Sherwood. Initially, Devalem had ill expectations of Duke and his capabilities. Act as though you don't want to believe it, but keep it genuine all the same.
“You know that I am true to my word, Sherwood… And yet, I’ve done some reflection in our time together. I first thought of you as a shameful representation of the one who would deliver reality from its inevitable destruction, but now I see that you are more than that. You’re a friend, and an honest man… don’t let that go to your head.”
In this line, Devalem recites an incantation, more of a prayer, when opening the void to access another dimension. Build the energy as you go, like a crescendo throughout the whole line ('Ex Nihilo' is the highest point in energy).
“My voice is hollow... and my soul runs dry… so that the veils of space may drape against each foreign universe like a gentle snowfall… But now, hear me Lillith, and obey my call; let the curtains of the void unsheath our boundless path so that we may peer behind with fragility. See that my word is final and my journey everlasting… Ex Nihilo!”
