The Runaway 8 - a Garry's Mod series
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Project Overview
In a world where perfection is required, 8 unique and special kids overcome the horrors of a "perfect" society who consider imperfect people outcasts and thus must be executed, in a town where it's denizens are akin to the 1950s, but is in fact the year 2038, this series tackles childhood nightmares in the forms of antagonists, corrupt politics, and the backstory of the protagonist to figure out the mysteries of the city. The series itself is inspired by media such as Coraline and Little Nightmares, where the adults are the antagonists and monsters, and the kids are special and the heroes.
Disclaimer:There is swearing and dark themes in this series..
We managed to finish 8 pilots so you know what you will be getting into https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZd8wyZTEsM&list=PLZyeT9wqSh-2x6e-DLyXicQ7VVw4Fijky
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Latest Updates
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TR8's second episode is done, but we need a voice actor for The Bucket Kid, the deuteragonist of TR8.
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Sparks VA required!
We managed to create the first official episode of The Runaway 8, but one of the leading VAs had to quit, so we need a replacement ASAP! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nUI0lYLCXc This is the short that describes her voice and her role.
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968206/default_332616RoboNatasha_Truefinal.png)
Robo N, or simply Natasha is the protagonist of the Runaway 8, and their leader, she is a cunning, brave girl with cyborg arms and legs given to her after a terrible accident, she acts as a big sister to everyone in the group and is always rebelling against the Perfect City's rules for the greater good, she is compassionate and caring girl will never stop at anything to bring down the city and it's perfectionism
"The Truant Officer's lurking around the corner! We need to stay quiet!"
We of the runaway 8 are here to stop those who harm children
The City is evil, together we can face it head on and free the people who are in it's painful shackles!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968214/default_258881NewRodney.png)
Rodney is Robo N's adoptive brother who she took under her wing, he is fascinated with technology, which is what made him imperfect by societal means, he ran away from home after realizing that his parents let his brother die for being himself,
"The Teachers of the school are not only strict, they're downright evil!.... typical school, honestly.
"Your arms need some work, N. I know a lot about technology, that's what made me different
than the others"
"My parents let my brother die because they thought he wasn't perfect, adults are not trustworthy"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968218/default_227270Eyevan.png)
Eyevan is the youngest of the runaway 8, at 4 years old, he is a pacifistic alien who crash landed in The Perfect City, where he befriended a pet snark, he is very curious and sometimes gets himself into trouble this way.
"Me and Mr.Squiggles managed to avoid the scary coat man"
"Why be sad, when you can be happy?"
"i saw a man with a creepy smile, he seemed nice, until the scary coat man appeared"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968204/default_332614Sparks.png)
Sparks is the fourth member of the Runaway 8, she is a loud-mouthed and unruly tomboy with electric powers and razor sharp teeth, she has no regard for the rules and is often very reckless, she has a passion for street art, while she loves her friends, she can often cause tension with them for her rude nature, best way to describe Sparks is she's the embodiment of a shitposter, of all of the characters, Sparks says a lot of vulgar things and curse words.
Sparks' short will show what kind of character she is and how she sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nUI0lYLCXc
"Eat shit, cops! You're no match for Sparks!"
Fuck perfection, we'll crush those uppercrust jackasses!
"I hate those freaky police, lookin' like dumb drama nerds with those masks, what is this? the 1950s? on second thought don't answer that shit."
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968211/default_227276Shrowder.png)
Shrowder is a cosmic ghost-like entity, he has psychic abilities and has a non-harmful hate for the sun, he is a calm and collected person capable of typical ghost powers, but is not a traditional ghost, he joined with the Runaway 8 due to losing his girlfriend to the Perfect City.
"Cosmic space is my specialty, though it's tragic knowing iIm the only one to share this talent"
"The sun is no place for a ghost!, can i just go back in?..."
"The Perfect city is just a blip in the universe that should stay silent, everyone here is too down to earth"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968207/default_332615NewRocky.png)
Rocky is a 17 year old earth elemental who has a passion for sports, he is he Runaway 8's muscle and defense, and often tries to cheer up the others when they're down, he is also the oldest member of the 8.
"Get the hell out of here before i throw a rock at you"
"I used to think people revere me as an athletic hero, but no, they have to shun me for my earth powers"
"I'll crush you like stone, Shadow man!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968212/default_258883NewPompy.png)
Pompy is a creature known as a Cotton Fairy, she is connected with nature by heart and is a pacifist, one could say she's delicate as a flower, she tries her best to care for the team and support them any way possible, she always loves giving life to flowers, even if she's surrounded by those who hate it, she was raised by hippie swamp monsters
"Can we please stop this fighting? We're friends! Friends shouldn't fight!"
"Why must this grey forest be filled with such mean creatures?"
"Why is the local law enforcement either super sad or super evil looking? they need to decide!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968225/default_333182MrSmiles.png)
Mr.Smiles is the primary antagonist, he is an unusually tall and lanky happy-go-lucky politician that is bent on keeping what he dubs "abnormals" out, and eliminating them when needed, he brainwashed the city into thinking powers and uniqueness is a sin, and those who break the laws are to be put to death. Mr.Smiles speaks all the time as if he was happy, even when he's at his angriest, he never breaks his peppy attitude,
"What a beautiful day! Hope you're doing well, welcome to the Perfect City!"
"Perfection is important, while  i do admit your talents are very unique, that's unfortunately your flaws, we can't have that here, it's best to understand that"
"If i was capable of frowning i would! you ingrates are imperfect! Abnormal! Abominations! You all must be dealt with and killed!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968208/default_227290ModelCitizens.png)
The Model Citizens, also known as the Perfect Citizens are supporting antagonists, they are humans that are the denizens of Mr.Smiles's beloved city, they hate everything not perfect, mostly middle age to old men and women, like their appearances, they themselves are ugly at heart, as with the town's feel and rules, they wear 1950s clothing and hairstyles and speak in 1950s lingo to boot.
"is that a cyborg?! Eugh she's disgusting!"
"Sit up straight! Speak only when spoken to!
"After we deal with those abnormals we'll go down to the club with our glad rags and shake it!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968219/default_227298ModelCitizens.png)
The Perfect Students are both allies and enemies, they are students of Perfect Prep, they adore The Runaway 8 for their defiant nature
"Perfection is key, Perfection, is living"
"I don't want to get shocked anymore! these collars itch and i just want my mommy!"
"I heard Philip acted up and now nobody seen him, Jerry said that the Sweepers took him away"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968226/default_265612NewBroadcaster.png)
The Broadcaster is one of the many antagonists of the series, he is a unknown figure who is always viewed from the chest and below, he is a charismatic Radio show host who broadcasts the local radio of the Perfect City, he works under Mr.Smiles' orders
"Good morning Perfect City! it's your lovable Broadcaster with your daily announcements!"
"Word is the Runaway 8 as they're calling themselves have struck again.. this time near the local bank, the Truancy Officer's gonna have a field day with them!"
"Broadcast's goin' according to plan, those suckers don't know what'll hit em!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968227/default_228473MzPort.png)
The Headmistress or Mz.Port, is an antagonist who is responsible for the death of Rodney's life-loving brother, she's a cold abusive principle who runs Perfect Prep, an academy that forces students to learn to be 100% perfect, to get rid of all distracting thoughts, ideas and creativity, she speaks in a English accent and is one of the oldest characters in TR8.
"Sit up straight! Tuck in your shirt!"
"Everyone must act polite and perfect, or you'll feel the backhand of my crop!"
"I don't care whether your brother survives or not, if he is not perfect, he does not belong! Now off to class with you Rodney!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968228/default_228752PoliceChiefGates.png)
Chief Gates(anagram for Stage) Is the head of the Police force who has a huge hatred for imperfect kids, specifically Sparks, he is a short, mean-spirited officer who speaks in a British accent and will stop at nothing to end the Runaway 8's plans.
"Stop those hooligans!"
"Mr.Smiles will be mad if we don't capture those stupid kids!"
"That rowdy sharktooth is getting on my nerves! Men, mobilize the troops in all areas!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968213/default_231025DrMirror.png)
Doctor Mirror is one of the many major antagonists, he has a distorted voice and is responsible for killing imperfect people, he is constantly hunched over due to being too tall for his own hospital.
"GRAB THAT EYEBALL!"
"Your turn, little one"
"Nurse, prep the brat for death!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968229/default_258220Seymour.png)
Seymour is an antagonist who works under the Perfect City of exterminating pests, specifically anthropomorphic insects such as Pompy, he is a sadistic redneck pest control specialist, and his voice is muffled, he represents, ironically, the fear of bugs as he is a human who's outfit makes him resemble an insect. he speaks in a muffled tone due to his gas mask which he never removes.
"Yeehaw! Another pest for my Collection!
Dang Vermin! No place in this society for the likes o' you!
Bug girl, ya'll about to have a real bad day!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968230/default_258223TheReporter.png)
The Reporter is a corrupt news journalist who works under order of Mr.Smiles, he is a mud-slinging propaganda spouting reporter who works to expose Imperfections, he represents camera shyness, he is a slick charismatic person who relentlessly stalks people in order to expose them for the police.
Time for a little Mud slingin'
Say cheese, abomination!
Got you in my sights, this'll make the front page!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968205/default_266647ThebucketKid.png)
The Bucket Kid, or Bucket Boy is a Kid who, despite the name, wears a trashcan on his head, he is a young portly boy who loves candy, he acts as an informant for the Runaway 8, as well as their personal fanboy, all muffled effects will be edited in the video program I use, so it is good to have a clear voice, he is 8 years old.
I wear a bucket because I'm shy!
Come in Runaway 8, I repeat, come in Runaway 8!
"Beware of the sewers, the kids in it are NOT normal!"
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968231/default_332621DJBoomBoss.png)
DJ Boom Boss is the main antagonist of Episode 1, he is a flamboyant, pompous and arrogant Disc Jockey, he is loathed by his fellow companions for his unruly and misbehaving party lifestyle, he loves singing and gloating, he represents the irrational fear of sounds( phonophobia ), unlike other antagonists, he speaks and sings in a robotic autotune (preferably using a third party program like Voicemod).
3-2-1 ♫ PARTY TIME!♫
DISCO NEVER DIES, NOT EVEN IN THE PERFECT CITY!
The Boss respects me, for I.. am P E R F E C T ♫ PERRRFECT! ♫
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968220/default_332623BertramThompson-1.png)
Bertram Thompson, or simply Bertram, is a minor villain in the series, he is Mr.Smiles' personal butler, he's an old British lamp-headed man.
More tea, sir?
Those imperfects won't last forever, sir.
May I get you anything dear sir?
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968232/default_332628Alfozo.png)
Alfozo is a minor villain, later turned ally for The Runaway 8, he is an insane madman who experiments on anything he comes across, including himself, in the main series.
You look like a.. FINE experiment!
*Insane laughter*
HAHAHAHAHA my wife left me..
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968233/default_332629Rowdeux.png)
Rowdeux Miller is a minor antagonist, once an ally of Sparks turned enemy, he is a humanoid nucleus and a gang leader of a group known as the Midnight Mudslingers, a group of thugs bent on slandering people and taking over the Perfect City for their own selfish needs.
GET THOSE CLOWNS
Hey Sparkles, Ya feel like getting thrashed?!
The Midnight Mudslingers will prevail!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968209/default_332632DamianWazowski.png)
Damian is a minor character and once a friend of Sparks, he raised her like a sister and was a mentor to her, he appears for one episode of Season 1 only.
I've taught Sparks everything she knows.
Your new friends are uh, interesting.
Let's brawl, punks!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968221/default_332634Amina.png)
Amina is a minor character, she is an 11 year old piano prodigy superhuman taken captive by Mz.Port and made into a piano playing slave, she is very aloof and attached to her piano.
All I need is my piano, friends are for those inferior
The ivory keys of fate is what draws us to where we are now.
Please leave me be.
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968234/default_332636Sven.png)
Sven is a mutated human taken from his home of Russia by The Perfect City, he is a scared large man who is constantly afraid of people judging him, mainly because of his mutated appearance, capable of destroying things with his face, he is also highly radioactive.
..M-My name.. Sven
Mirror man.. he take me.. captive..
Mirror man take me from home of Russia.. my face feels.. warm
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968235/default_333137GretaAndSabrina.png)
Greta and Sabrina are a pair of conjoined twins connected by the left and right forearms, Â they're a pair of sharp-teeth superhumans who often bicker with each other.
Greta: Split up!
Sabrina: We can't split apart!
Greta: Rock guy's kinda hot
Sabrina: Back off I saw him first!Greta: We're Greta and Sabrina
Sabrina: Siamese twins with a love for fighting!
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968222/default_340679SamMystine-new.png)
Samantha or simply Sam, is a blind superhuman with psychic powers, she uses said powers to sense out her surroundings, She is 19 years old.
Our lives are connected by a river of fate.
Despite my situation, I learned to adapt to my surroundings through psychic powers.
The Perfect City is a prime example of too much power in the wrong hands, I don't need eyes to see that.
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968203/default_332652Hop.png)
Hop Ashbluff is a white anthropomorphic moth, he is a gluttonous mooch who has a crush on Pompy, he at first appears to mooch off The Runaway 8's hospitality.
Got any pizza? maybe a sundae? or both?
Hey good lookin, how are you doin'?
Name's Hop, but most people call me.... Hop.
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968236/default_332655BlanketGirl.png)
The Blanket Girl is a 3 year old Spanish girl who speaks English but also fluent Spanish, she is a fan of Tr8 and much like Bucket Kid, acts as an informant, to the point they're jealous of one another.
Hola! I am.. The Blanket Girl! (+ Spanish translation)
my feet are big, just like my heart! (+ Spanish translation)
Eyevan is cute! (+ Spanish translation)
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968223/default_332659IviiRobinson.png)
Ivii(pronounced E-VEE) is a robotic humanoid and ally to the 8, She's a peppy robot girl with floating arms and fun-loving personality, she speaks in a robotic autotune (preferably using a third party program like Voicemod).
PROCESSING... Hi! I'm Ivii!
LOADING... hugs!
ERROR.. SYSTEM ERROR....
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968216/default_332660Bombi.png)
Bombi is a bomb-headed humanoid and ex-girlfriend of Rocky, She's a no-nonsense rebel who was once a partner with Rocky before being ambushed by The Reporter and his thugs
Me and Rocky go way back!
We'll teach those upper-crust bitch boys not to mess with us!
I got an... explosive temper
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968224/default_332662Zero.png)
Anthony is a minor ally later turned minor antagonist, he is a pathetic nerd who rebels against the Perfect City and also tries to save it to prove himself, but in a much more worse way.
I've binge-watched all of the Far Drek series, I KNOW what I'm doing!
The name is Zero, your NEW hero!
I'm the true hero, I've spent years in my mother's basement for this shit!
Writers will be asked to Voice chat with me through our private Discord server's Development Chat, helping develop episodes and providing feedback/ideas, the scripts are being written through our personal Google Doc and we use Discord's voice chat as easier function to communicate, You will be able to work alongside me.
Extra role notes:
I avoid two types of character writing: Stereotypes and Tokenism(meaning characters who exist to provide a specific diversity without a real character trait, I.e adding a gay character for the sole purpose of having a gay character and nothing else)
I am always willing to hear out ideas for characters and episodes, but the former will need to help provide some sense to the lore.
Say something you think would fit
![](https://d1m9vqlvl3fy94.cloudfront.net/role/attachment/968217/default_332686Slimegirl.png)
The Slime Girl is a very young slime incapable of speech, she has a crush on Squeevee, she speaks in a high-pitched voice.
*High-pitched gibberish*
*Swoon gibberish*
*sad gibberish*
Looking for a composer that can experience in music that is reminiscent of media like Coraline or Little Nightmares, and is able to help keep an emotional, action and eerie music that can fit the following instruments: Synths of any type, Piano, Xylophone, Electric Guitar, Drums, Tambourine, these specific instruments help line up with the 8's specific themes,
Say something you think would fit
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