Legacy-One (A Halo Audio Drama)
Thong Tran for 1ST SGT Marcus "Mark" Adler
First Sergeant Marcus “Mark” Adler is a seasoned ODST and a key member of Legacy-One, led by Spartan-II Claire S-135. A veteran of countless high-risk operations, Adler remains level-headed even in missions with staggering casualty projections. His undying loyalty and respect for his colleagues—forged through decades of combat—are absolute, only shattered by betrayal. Adler’s calm professionalism and combat prowess make him a vital asset, complementing Claire’s stoic leadership with grounded reliability. His nickname “Mark,” a play on his name, stems from his devastating efficiency against Covenant forces, leaving a trail of enemy losses dwarfing human casualties.
This character requires the actor to emote consistently. As a Marine, yelling is part of the job
- english
- male adult
Yes Ma’am, but are you sure about this? Casualty Expectation is not at all aboveboard.
Night Actual, This is Legacy 1-2. Interrogative, What is the Status of Valor 4-2 over.
Get tactical Marines!
Since you said your doing this for practice I thought you might want a few tips. Avoid doing "Character" voices at first. The most natural sounding voice will always be your own. Practice having a clear and proper "Neutral" take. this doesn't mean monotone. It's a phrase spoken without strong emotions put behind it. Most conversations are made up of "neutral" takes. People typically aren't always yelling, crying, or running through a battlefield. Your more "Emotive" takes should be saved for a 2nd or third line delivery. Getting into the habit of saying the line as if you were having a normal conversation is the most helpful. When acting it's very easy to slip into an "Acting" voice. However, things like accents, fun speaking quirks, and large emoting needs to be built on very grounded fundamentals.Your sound is pretty good all things considered. A lot of casting is mostly worried about quality of recordings. So, you got that covered! But, i would love to hear a 2nd recording where you try speak these lines as if they were your own words. With your natural speaking voice. Not what our heads think sounds cool or correct.
Hey there! Thank you so much for the feedback! I totally understand what you’re saying! Going for the more grounded, more natural/conversational take that typically involves one’s natural voice is always great! There are several times where I’ve gone that route. Unfortunately, this time around wasn’t one of those times. Additionally, I suppose my interpretation of the lines didn’t quite hit the mark you were aiming for and I was too animated. I will keep this in mind for future auditions and I cannot thank you enough. I have given similar advice to my fellow VA friends but I was beginning to forget my own tips. I am rather busy, so I am unsure if I’ll submit another take. Regardless, I’m grateful.