Dark Deception: Songs of Shards (MUSICAL)
Project Overview
Hey everyone, we are the Muses Mire. A group channel on Youtube that create lyric videos to soundtracks in games. Previously we have worked on a few small projects but our biggest effort was Fnaf: After Hours, a musical based on Five Nights at Freddys. We are a dedicated team that tries our best to get out the work we set for ourselves.
The project we are moving onto is this one, Dark Deception. This is a game in the genre of horror as the protagonist makes their way through maze-like stages while facing characters and torment from their past. It's an interesting and unique game with a soundtrack that we'd like to tackle. If you are at all interested in voicing wacky and menacing characters then this project may be for you. We are also looking for people who can be artists and mixers that can add effects and bring the tracks to completion. Feel free to find things out about the game and it's aesthetic before sending art references.
RULES:
1. Good Mic Quality: We wanna make sure that the sound quality is as consistent as it can be across all the videos. Anything with too much background noise will not be considered and it would be helpful if files can be sent using a .mp3 or .wav format.
2. Commitment: We don't want to bring on people who won't be dedicated to putting time into helping our project. We've had issues with people's lacking interest in the past and don't want to repeat that process for this production.
3. Singing Capabilities: We are not by any means looking for broadway sounding vocals but as long as the voice you're portraying sounds fitting when put to song, you will be more likely to be considered for a role.
4. Discord: If you are cast for a role then you'll be required to join our Discord server created for the project where it will be easier to interact and get audio from. Plus it will help us get to know you and the cast better. So we ask that you include your Discord tag in the description of your audition
And that should be it. Don't be afraid to ask questions about specific aspects of how things are going to be run. We hope that you have fun and we're excited to hear and see what you guys produce.
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Thank you all so much for auditioning or this project. Over the course of the next few days I will sort through them all and message you through Discord if you got the part. If you are still able and willing to participate then you'll have to confirm then an invite to the server we will be using will be given to you. Everyone here who auditioned, it means the world that you'd give this the oxygen of you're time and I can assure you it will be very difficult to cast. I wish good luck to all of you in hopes of getting in. I might for some of you send a message to voice a role you didn't originally audition for but feel you would suit well. That being said, if you still wish to keep up with us, we have a Discord server where you can chat to us and keep updated with projects we will be doing in the future which might peak your interest. https://discord.gg/umq56K8u You can also keep up with us on our Youtube, The Muses Mire, to see how our projects are going. Once again, thank you all so much, best of luck to all. -Adam

Malak is the ruler of each dimension and is trying to protect the soul shards containing his powers, which the protagonist is taking back from him.
He requires an English accent, a monstrous yet soothing tone and would need to demonstrate good range in vocals.
Reference: https://youtu.be/GbLkQ0zyu6Y
Bierce! Still so persistent after all this time? Do not listen to her, mortal. She's just using you. Give her the rings and there will be, consequences!
I’ll finish you off here, and take. Your. Soul. That said, seeing as you’re so capable, let’s up the anti a bit, shall we? I don’t want to keep underestimating your luck. Keep ‘em laughing while you die!
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

Agatha is an impulsive and demonic schoolgirl playing a sadistic game of hide and seek with the player, having the ability to teleport. She can appear sweet and innocent but can turn sick and monstrous in an instant, having quite a temper.
Her voice should be able to show off both the sweet as well as the monstrosity. She involves a rather high pitch as well.
Reference: https://youtu.be/OGBxZLAaPTM
Oh, a new friend! I'm so excited! Welcome! I heard we might be getting a new student here soon so I put together this little welcoming party for ya.
I welcomed you here and I tried so hard to be nice to you! But you don't care! You don't want to be my friend, you just want to steal my things! You're a big... BAD PERSON! Now you're in trouble. You made daddy mad too.
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

The Gold Watchers act like weeping angels, moving once the player turns their back. They were once greedy and selfish people who took pride in their wealth, ending up encased in the gold they so admired.
These characters might work with an English accent and require a jovial tone to their voice, similar to that of the Joker. It would be helpful to include different laughter in the audition. I’m looking to cast 3 people or at least 3 different voices
Reference: https://youtu.be/wPLfnn1AggI
(Try various types of laughter you think suits the character)
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

These tiny creatures come in large numbers to hunt and torment the player. Once being pranksters who found enjoyment in other people’s misfortune and pain.
Their voices should be goblin-like, and have high energy and excitement to it. I’m looking to cast 3 people or at least 3 different voices.
There’s not a lot of good reference for these characters.
(Perform various types of laughter you think would suit these guys)
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

The Reaper Nurses run a demented medical facility that aims to murder those working against Malak. They have a huge fascination with needles and even Malak himself. They characterise the player's affairs he had when he was alive.
Their voices reference very closely to the likes of Harley Quinn and once again should be able to switch between friendly and caring, to taking pleasure in others' pain.
Reference: https://youtu.be/Y1cOnyHYSuU
(Over the phone) Well, speak of the devil. Looks like he just walked in. Ooo and he's a looker too! I'll get back to ya shortly, okay? Buhbye now!
Ah there she is, right on schedule. I think you’ll find she is not quite as hospitable as we are. You’ve eluded us, but you’ll never get past her!
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

The Matron is the head nurse of Torment Therapy and the main boss character of the chapter. She has a dedication to her job and a hatred toward men.
The Matron has a slight Brooklyn accent to her with a deeper tone to her voice. She often sounds authoritative and aggressive.
Reference: https://youtu.be/Ldm3-A5yrb0
Reapers, after him! Don't let him reach the portal!
Take your medicine!
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

Lucky is a mascot animatronic with a very inflated ego. He refuses to let anyone win against him and always finds a way to make a comeback even after death. He’s bossy, maniacal and at the centre of his own attention.
Lucky’s voice should have a maniac energy as he becomes crazy with power and a desire to destroy the protagonist. He talks in a condescending tone towards others and has a high pitch.
Reference: https://youtu.be/ZhkSyb2T_hY
Hey there buddy! I'm Lucky the Rabbit! Oh, and this is my good friend, Penny the Chicken. We're both members of the JoyJoy Gang! What about you? Are you ready to become one of the joyful?
Ya know why they call me Lucky? Because I never lose. I think you're pretty lucky too. Well let's just see how lucky you really are.
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

Penny is an animatronic mascot who works as Lucky’s lackey. She takes an interest and liking to the protagonist but also seeks revenge once she gets destroyed by him.
Her voice involves the typical chicken tone with a happy vibe to it. There are a lot of high inflections that show her excitable personality.
Reference: https://youtu.be/e-Y3KsTa-N0
I just wanna give you a B-B-B-Big ol' Joy Joy hug! I don't B-B-B-Bite y'know!
Squishy! Look what you did to my face! Now I look ugly. Who's gonna take photos with me now?
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

Hangry is the final member of the Joy Joy Gang with an insatiable appetite, particularly for mortals. He is the strongest of the bunch, being able to break through walls but gets tired very easily.
A goofy tone can be used for Hangry but should be able to go a lot more gruff and loud. Once he has his eye on the player, he can get quite impulsive.
Reference: https://youtu.be/fXNpUqB5EfI
HI, I'm Hangry. I'm a pig. Ho ho ho, ribs are my joy! *snorts* I haven't had a meal in forever. Come closer, are those ribs?! You look delicious! D'ya mind if I put a little barbeque sauce on ya?
Ho Ho Ho, I can eat WAY more ribs with this body!
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

Mama Bear is one of the most trusted monsters of Malak and has a caring and tender personality. She cares for her babies in a small wooden cabin. She represents the toxic parenthood of the protagonist and the nightmarish character behind the friendly facade.
Her voice is very soothing but almost sounds like she’s forcing the happy tone. It should be nurturing and even calming to listen to, despite how much she desires to kill you
Reference: https://youtu.be/Nm3Exf7qjpU
How sweet, you brought a new companion for my babies to play with? This one looks a bit weak though, they usually last longer if they have a little fight left in them. Not that it matters dear Malak. My babies leave very little behind regardless.
You've caused enough trouble, and I can't let you go any further. You've wrecked my happy home and destroyed many of my precious babies! You will undo everything. Like Bierce, you are an abomination!
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)

The lost souls trapped inside of the shards the protagonist collects throughout the game. They will serve as the chorus and backing to most of the tracks.
(Sing something that you feel fits the character and demonstrates your range)
Please send a folio of work containing art you think would be suitable for the project. We're looking for something quite detailed and dark that isn't afraid to stylise itself.
Say something you think would fit
Send work where you have mixed together audio in the past. You will be required to add vocals to a music track and sometimes add on effects like reverb and some robotic effects.
Say something you think would fit
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