The Terra Alpha Audio Drama [MAIN CAST]
Richard Gibson for Dr. Trismegistus 'Tris' Hayden
Voice Type: Lightly nasal, dry, and cutting. Dr. Hayden speaks with sharp intelligence, a constant undercurrent of sarcasm, and little patience for incompetence. His words are often dismissive, laced with cynicism, or outright abrasive. Despite his cold demeanor, there are rare glimpses of weariness or vulnerability, particularly when his chronic condition flares up. He uses a medical inhaler to manage his pulmonary issues, punctuating certain lines with a wheezy breath before a deep inhale.
Character Summary: Dr. Tris Hayden is a genius, but he’s also an insufferable prick. With doctorates in multiple fields, he’s one of the most brilliant minds aboard Terra Alpha—and he damn well knows it. Raised in isolation, he lacks social tact and doesn’t care to develop any. He speaks bluntly, disregarding how his words affect others, and often takes pleasure in dismantling people’s arguments with cold logic. His cybernetic eyes and technological expertise make him a critical asset, but his attitude makes him a nightmare to work with.
- english
- male adult
- male senior
- english (american)
- standard american
- american
- general american
- Cynical
- lightly nasal
- Dry
- abrassive
- Cutting
Dry and dismissive, dripping with sarcasm) "Oh, fantastic. Another caveman with a hero complex. This is exactly what we need—reckless bravado on a spaceship millions of miles from home. What could possibly go wrong?"
(Wheezy, struggling for breath, then sharp inhale from inhaler, followed by biting irritation) "(Wheezing) Hold that… hold that brilliant thought… (inhales from inhaler, exhales sharply) Right. As much as I love gasping for air while you explain basic physics to me, let’s get to the part where I tell you why you're wrong."
(Calm but condescending, almost amused at someone’s incompetence, then turns cold) "You know, I could explain this in simple terms, but I think I’d rather watch you struggle. It’s like a slow-motion disaster… fascinating, really. But fine—before you break something important, just… move."
