Obdurate Marks : Minecraft Roleplay/MCTV
Project Overview
Hey lovelies! My name is Vesperia and I’m the head director of Vesperia Productions, here we have a brand new project in which we wish to begin casting for. Before anything, let’s answer a few questions..
WHAT EVEN IS OBDURATE MARKS?
Obdurate Marks is a cinematic, scripted role play based off of the events of an SMP in which Vesperia Productions created nearly two years ago. In it, we watch as the deities of the land toy with their people, creating entertainment out of them. Before the events of the series, God Asrael came down, wreaking havoc on the world as he exterminated the existence of nearly all of humanity. Not before making his fellow deities, including Rydisvarno, Xanthia and Aquenos pick out humans in which they believed would be interesting to see within his new dystopia and assign each of them marks.
Each mark holds a certain power, be it for the better or worse. However, three of these holders were far more intriguing than others. The World, The Nether and The Sea marks showed great authority as they were the primary marks of their respective Gods. In Obdurate Marks, we follow Dimitri [holder of The World Mark], Solaine [holder of The Nether Mark] and Delphine [holder of The Sea Mark] as they make their way through this newfound mystical world, challenged by the Gods. Though, their own humanity, competitiveness and such of the like gets the better of them.
ARE YOU THE ONLY BITCH WE HAVE TO DEAL WITH?
For once, nope! Obdurate Marks has two other writers who are working close alongside me on everything from scripts, to sets. Shout out to AddivTP and Anais- if you see them in the comments responding or if you receive a message from them; that is why.
WHAT DOES THE CASTING SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?
The deadline we’ve set up is hard, meaning we won’t be casting before it. This project is set to close May 8th, so expect to receive a message from myself or another director from anytime between the 8th and the 15th.
I would like to note that there are a LOT more characters- including major ones- in whom are not listed in the casting call. By submitting an audition, you may also be messaged about another role in which is unlisted but you may better suit. Of course, if you do not wish for such- feel free to list so in your audition.
Once casted, you will be expected to answer a few questions. This project does contain swearing, gore/violence, a LOT of yelling and such of the like- so really, we just want to make sure you understand such before finalizing the casting.
ARE THERE ANY RULES FOR US VA’S OR AUDITION CRITERIA?
Yes! Let’s go down the list together..
16+ [As stated, there is a lot of yelling, swearing, etc- so we’d prefer to work with a cast who is around this age range. If you’re 15, you may still audition but there is a lengthier interview process.]
You must follow Discord TOS and adhere to VP rules- all in which will be listed for you in the server; for the most part, they’re basic rules in which you’d see in most servers.
You must adhere to VP VA guidelines. [These will all be listed in the next section of this overview.]
There is no minimum take requirement for auditions, don’t do more than three- 2 is my sweet spot. Both AAABBBCCC and ABCABCABC are accepted, I have no preference.
Send your Discord in your audition.
You must be willing to voice act in the next volumes/seasons.
You must have decent audio quality. [I don’t care what you use, you can use a phone mic. Just have minimum-no background noise and clear audio.]
WHAT ARE THOSE VA GUIDELINES?
A series of rules for our VA's to make editing audio and recordings easier for myself and our audio engineers.
1. Editing Standards : Please remove any errors or bloopers from primary line submissions and place them in the designated bloopers chats.
2. Recording Sequence: Ensure that lines are recorded in the specified order within the scripts.
3. Scene Separation: Record scenes separately, placing all lines within a scene into one file.
4. Take Limit: Limit your recordings to a maximum of two takes per line. For questions regarding inflections, feel free to direct message me or any available admin.
5. Audio Quality: Avoid instances of peaking or excessive quietness in your lines. Utilize Audacity or other appropriate programs for line editing. Alternatively, submit lines to the line dump for initial editing. Note that overly quiet lines may necessitate resubmission for volume adjustment.
6. Pronunciation Accuracy: Make sure that character names are pronounced correctly. There should be pronunciation guides up and pinned in news chats, if not, feel free to shoot me a direct message or consolidate an admin.
7. Editing Consideration: Allow a one-second interval between lines to help lines become easier cut during the editing process.
8. Submission Protocol: Submit all lines in their respective episode/scene chats for streamlined organization.
We will have opportunities for our audio engineers to edit your lines for you, if for whatever reason you are unable to. We will also have pronunciation guides (both written and audio) up for you to reference.
OKAY.. BUT I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS.
No worries! Questions help you stand out to directors none-the-less, never be scared to reach out via Discord!
Discord : vesperiaproductions
Thank you so much for auditioning and/or taking interest in the project! I’m excited to work with you!
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NAME : Asrael
VOICE TYPE : Medium or medium-high, though others are excepted, masculine
MARK : N/A, Deity
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Pansexual
AGE : Infinite
PERSONA : Very game-show, arrogant, overly confident, secretly insecure, straight forward.
STORYLINE : Asrael is the God of the Overworld, after repeated failures when it comes to the creation of worlds- he decided to create another, with the help of the other deities to appease their mother God and entertain the rest of his pantheon.- english
- male adult
- Medium-High
- Medium
“Excuse me. I’ll remind you, this is my realm. I’m allowing you all to take part in it.”
“..You want a game? I’ll give all of you a fucking game.”
“*Bursts into laughter.* [Mocking.] Now that’s sick.”
NAME : Rydisvarno
VOICE TYPE : Medium or medium-deep, a bit of rasp, though others are accepted, feminine or androgynous
MARK : N/A, Deity
GENDER : Demigirl, she/they
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : Infinite
PERSONA : Showy, loud, cocky, arrogant
STORYLINE : Rydisvarno is the Goddess of the Nether, she was invited to come take part in Asrael’s games and is fairly active in them as she enjoys moving around her own pawns and children to pin them against each other and create her own mini bursts of drama and entertainment.
- english
- female adult
- Medium
- medium-deep
“I do have to agree. I’m starting to lose the point of being here. Nothing is happening.”
“We must continue to work on your tone, Sol.. Though you amuse me. Have you any knowledge of fae, child?”
“Call me that again and see what happens, little rabbit. I would hate to have to strip you of your magic again.”
NAME : Xanthia
VOICE TYPE : Medium or medium-high, clear, feminine
MARK : N/A, Deity
GENDER : Female, she/her
SEXUALITY : Bisexual
AGE : Infinite
PERSONA : Manipulative, condescending, observant
STORYLINE : Xanthia is the Goddess of the End, she was invited to come take part in Asrael’s games and though she isn’t active in them, she takes pleasure in belittling Asrael and reminding him who their mother’s favorite is. She likes toying with him and watching the extreme’s he’ll go when it comes to torturing the human’s of the land, all in order to earn the rest of the pantheon’s favor.- english
- female adult
- Medium-High
- Medium
[Reassuring, mocking undertone.] “Apologies, Asrael.. Perhaps this is just another one of your failed projects. All is well, I doubt mother will be too disappointed in you. “
“This is more pathetic than Earth’s Cold War.”
“I'd be quiet now if I were you, darling.”
NAME : Aquenos
VOICE TYPE : Any tone, medium, masculine
MARK : N/A, Deity
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Gay
AGE : Infinite
PERSONA : Quiet, calculating, sadistic
STORYLINE : Aquenos is the God of the Sea, he was invited to come take part in Asrael’s games and at first- he doesn’t seem to care much for them at all. Though, after he realizes their potential, he too questions how far he can push his newfound pawns.- english
- Medium
- any
- male adult
“How is it your children always happen to be so.. Arrogant?”
“I already feel like I’m dying from the lack of excitement.”
“Anything that could possibly result in someone's demise is your favorite hobby.”
NAME : Dimitri Eden
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-deep, masculine or androgynous
MARK : Mark of The World
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Gay, aromantic
AGE : 27
PERSONA : Cocky, condescending, arrogant, playful
STORYLINE : Dimitri is the king of Celic, given The Mark of The World by Asrael. Throughout the storyline, we watch as he builds up his kingdom- preparing for war against Azar though he doesn’t seem to take it as seriously as he should. Caring for himself more than the people, he is one of the main protagonists in the first chapter.
- english
- Medium
- medium-deep
- male young adult
“And here I was thinking I was special! *Chuckles.*”
“Alright.. *Sighs.* It has come to my attention that the lowly Sovereignty of Water believes themselves to be a worthy challenger for the mighty Celic.”
“Are you idiotic? You could have died back there-”
NAME : Delphine Naida
VOICE TYPE : Medium-high, high, feminine or androgynous
MARK : Mark of The Sea
GENDER : Nonbinary, they/them
SEXUALITY : Aroace
AGE : 21
PERSONA : Quiet, shy, easily embarrassed, easily deceived
STORYLINE : Delphine is another major character, they are the Sovereign of the Sovereignty of the Sea and holder of the Mark of The Sea. After countless “pranks” and prodding from Celic, they team up with Queen Solaine to take down the corrupted kingdom and its king.
- english
- female young adult
- androgynous
- Medium-High
- High
“I didn’t want to start a fight this early, who knows what he’s capable of..”
“Would you.. Would you like to ally with me? Er.. My kingdom? Maybe even.. Maybe even against Celic?”
“I’m not sure I plan on voting at all. It makes me sick just thinking about it..”
NAME : Samuel Fletcher
VOICE TYPE : Deep, masculine
MARK : Mark of The Illustrator
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : 54
PERSONA : Calm, sociable
STORYLINE : Samuel is the esteemed general of Azar, sent with a multitude of other soldiers to accompany Queen Solaine on her mission to take over the Overworld for the Empress of Hell.- english
- male adult
- deep
“I am your guard and head general. I’ll be in charge of these silly lads and ensuring all defenses are in top shape.”
“Remember, Seth. You were demoted to this position for a reason. Scurry along now.”
“Seems so. *Chuckles.* I think we’re all missing the Nether at least a bit.”
NAME : Evander Davian
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-high, British or similar accents are preferred, masculine
MARK : Mark of The Knowing
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Bisexual
AGE : 27
PERSONA : Whiny, snappy, arrogant
STORYLINE : Evander is the seneschal of Azar, though he is basically degraded to a message boy as Queen Solaine has him do her daily bidding.
- english
- male adult
- british
- Medium
- Medium-High
“Little guys!? I’ll have you know they are monstrosities-”
[Reading a letter.] “King Dimitri, it is with solemn regret that I, Queen Solaine of Azar and Sovereign Delphine of The Sovereignty Of The Sea, must formally declare war on the Kindom of Celic.”
“Cease this tomfoolery at once, Seth.”
NAME : Seth Marselio
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-high, masculine
MARK : N/A
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : 26
PERSONA : Obnoxious, loud mouthed, childish
STORYLINE : Seth a city guard in Azar who is tasked with proving his loyalty after a previous failed mission..
- english
- male adult
- Medium
- Medium-High
“You’re- You’re okay. Okay? You’re going to be oka-”
“[Begging, screaming.] Please, please, please! You must listen! Your life is at stake, your life! Don’t you care? Don’t you care at all?!”
“[Mumbling, annoyed.] From city guard to petty retriever- Ugh.. Where is he? Not in Azar, not in The Sovereignty of Water and definitely not- [Pause, shocked.] Here.”
NAME : Jack Davian
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-deep, deep, masculine
MARK : Mark of The Sun
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Pansexual
AGE : 30
PERSONA : Cocky, showy, arrogant
STORYLINE : Jack is a Azarian guard in whom was also made into a double agent for the warring kingdom of Celic during conflict, put at risk due to his failure.- english
- medium-deep
- male adult
- Medium
- deep
"Yeah, I’m going to be real. I don’t know what the fuck this is"
"[Drunk] And that’s why he entrusted me with- with the hardest task of ‘dem allll."
"Just fucking stab me. [Scream in pain after the line.]"
NAME : Lorelei Irene
VOICE TYPE : Medium, any will be considered, feminine
MARK : Mark of The Justified
GENDER : Demi-girl, she/they
SEXUALITY : Bisexual
AGE : 25
PERSONA : Sociable, thoughtful, considerate
STORYLINE : Lorelei is the second in command of Celic, closely involved with the war- she’s at first seen as more light hearted however becomes very.. Worried with affairs after the prospects of war come to light.
- english
- female adult
- any
- Medium
- female young adult
“*Sighs.* Dimitri.. This is Sir Evander. *Pause.* The seneschal of Azar. *Pause.* You literally just spoke with him earlier today!”
“It is even more idiotic to expect them to travel through a warring kingdom in hopes of fleeing such. We haven’t a clue how Azar would react.”
“[Begging.] No.. No, please- I’ll- I’ll do anything, please- Please, I’m begging you, please-”
NAME : Rune Emoryn
VOICE TYPE : Medium, any will be considered, masculine
MARK : Mark of The Architect
GENDER : Male, he/him
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : 23
PERSONA : Helpful, confidence that nears arrogance, competitive
STORYLINE : Rune is a noble of Celic in whom is commonly tasked with protection of the kingdom due to his holding of the Mark of Architecture, however after failing such tasks.. His competence is put to question.
- english
- Medium
- male young adult
- any
“[Yelling.] Just shut the FUCK up!”
“I would never betray the kingdom! Or his majesty- Celic strong! Celic strong! Celic- *gulps.*”
“Richard?! Richard, no! Oh my God, Richard!!!! YOU’RE SICK! NO RICHARD!!!”
NAME : Aesira Maericauso
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-deep- any voice types will be considered, feminine
MARK : Mark of The Moon
GENDER : Demi-girl, she/they
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : 17
PERSONA : Unhinged, cautious, conniving, introverted
STORYLINE : Aesira is a wandering merchant-assasin in whom set up camp outside of the kingdoms in hopes to stay out of their games. However after being thrusted into them, secrets in which she hoped to keep slowly come out..
- english
- female teen
- medium-deep
- any
- Medium
“*Screams, panicked.* What- What are you doing?! Hey! Get off of me you- Ugh!”
“This is sick- I’m not even in a kingdom!”
“Who the fuck is Richard?”
NAME : Amira Hazel
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-deep or medium-high, she has a fairly showman tone, feminine
MARK : Mark of The Merchant
GENDER : Female, she/her
SEXUALITY : Bisexual
AGE : 34
PERSONA : Calculative, competitive
STORYLINE : Amira is a merchant who came to Celic looking to sell supplies for war- however after being sold short, she is forced to make a decision on the side she should truly reside on..
- english
- female adult
- Medium
- medium-deep
- Medium-High
“Hello, your majesty… I apologize for the interruption, but… Er, when will I get the rest of my payment?”
“I come bearing gifts. Not grievances.”
“I may not have witnessed the crime firsthand, but.. I believe the culprit responsible for this theft is none other than Rune.”
NAME : Eloise Tilly
VOICE TYPE : Medium-high, high, feminine
MARK : Mark of The Healer
GENDER : Female, she/her
SEXUALITY : Straight
AGE : 21
PERSONA : Sweet, willing to help, bubbly
STORYLINE : She’s a noble in Celic and always willing to help Dimitri, though she grows concerned with his goals.
- english
- High
- Medium-High
- female young adult
“[Exasperated.] Say his name and he appears.”
“King Dimitri.. To what do I owe the pleasure?”
“OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! FUCK, FUCK, FUCK! [NOTE TO VOICE ACTOR: SOUND URGENT, ALMOST EXHAUSTED LIKE YOU’RE RUNNING]”
NAME : Nyx Valencia
VOICE TYPE : Medium, medium-high, any will be considered, feminine or androgynous
MARK : Mark of The Jester
GENDER : Nonbinary, They/them- though fine with any pronouns
SEXUALITY : Biromantic, asexual
AGE : 17
PERSONA : Straight forward, blunt, sarcastic
STORYLINE : Nyx is the Arbiter of The Sovereignty of The Sea, they met the Sovereign at a young age and see them as a parental figure, they’re very much attached to both the kingdom and its leader.
- english
- female teen
- androgynous
- Medium-High
- any
- Medium
“You stole their chair.”
“I’ll teach you some fucking respect-”
“[Panicked.] Queen Delphine? Delphine?! Delphine?! Open up! Delphine? Oh my god.”
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