Two Men in a Tavern (Original Amimation)
Dakota Jaymes for MARCUS THANE
Age Range: Late-30s Voice Type: Baritone to Bass-Baritone
CHARACTER ESSENCE: A veteran mercenary whose voice carries the weight of countless battles without drowning in world-weariness. Marcus's tone shifts naturally between professional detachment and dry humor, always underlined by sharp intelligence. His speech patterns are measured and deliberate - a man who knows the value of choosing his words carefully.
VOCAL QUALITIES:
- Natural authority without pompousness
- Ability to convey pain and exhaustion without losing presence
- Can deliver tactical analysis and casual banter with equal authenticity
- Understated humor that feels earned rather than forced
PERFORMANCE NOTES: The role requires subtle vocal control - Marcus's voice should change slightly when speaking privately with Roland versus addressing the tavern's crowd. His relationship with Roland needs to feel lived-in through their vocal interplay, suggesting years of trust built through shared dangers.
Key scenes require:
- Maintaining tension while wounded without overplaying
- Switching smoothly between conspiratorial whispers and normal conversation
- Brief moments of genuine warmth that feel earned rather than forced
The ideal voice will suggest both physical presence and sharp intelligence, able to convey threat through tone alone while still feeling human rather than stereotypically gruff.
- male adult
Bastards were waiting for me. Just outside the eastern gate. Four of them. Professional types. Not your usual crop of glory-seeking amateurs.
"Sometimes I think the gods must like us, Roland. Or at least enjoy the show we put on."
"Won't be making mistakes anymore, though. Any of them."
