Casting Call for "Before Time" – Character Description – (Antihero / Villain Role)

Requirements: Applicants must be teenagers or young adults with a younger-sounding voice. The voice should carry a calm, gentle tone but still have the ability to shift into darker or colder delivery when needed.

Character: Ivan
Ivan is the secondary main villain in Season 1 of Before Time, a dark, emotionally intense medieval-fantasy series set in Minecraft Java Edition. He is the son of Lord Vance and is heavily influenced by his father's expectations, power, and cruelty. Although initially portrayed as an antagonist, Ivan transitions into a redeemed antihero as the season progresses.

Ivan is a fierce and powerful demigod who constantly tries to live up to Lord Vance’s demands. He is feared for his strength and presence, especially in early episodes, where he embraces violence and intimidation. He takes pleasure in seeing his enemies afraid of him, mirroring his father's behavior.

Personality and Traits:
In the beginning, Ivan is depicted as ruthless, aggressive, and obedient to his father's will. He is dangerous, confident, and unafraid to spill blood to prove loyalty. Despite this, there is a conflicted side to him — he is not naturally cruel, but shaped into it by expectation and fear of failure.

As the season goes on, his internal struggle becomes clearer. Beneath his violent exterior, Ivan has the potential for change. He eventually shifts toward good, showing remorse, growth, and independence from his father. His character arc is one of inner conflict, identity, and redemption.

Voice and Demeanor:
Ivan’s voice should be calm, smooth, and youthful, with a gentleness that contrasts his darker actions. Even when he is threatening, there should be control rather than rage. His tone reflects someone who is powerful but not loud — confident, quiet, and intimidating when needed.

As his character evolves, his voice can soften further, showing vulnerability, guilt, and a desire to break away from Lord Vance’s shadow. Make sure it's naturalistic and not overly theatrical.

Appearance (if needed for reference):
• Age portrayal: Late teens to early adulthood
• Demigod strength and presence
• Visual traits may resemble Lord Vance, but in a less monstrous form (design flexible depending on season progression)

. Eye colour: red eyes

. Hair colour: Black fluffy hair

. Tall.

Content Notice:
Before Time is an 18+ series that contains dark and intense emotional scenes. Themes such as trauma, violence, psychological distress, manipulation, and abuse are present throughout. Trigger Warnings (TW) will be displayed in both the script and on-screen before any sensitive scenes play.