The Terra Arcanum Chronicles: The Audio Drama Ep 1
Project Overview
- Hey everyone! I'm looking to produce an Audio Drama based on a fantasy story I had been telling through a D&D 5e campaign. Unfortunately the campaign ended prematurely due to schedules changing, but my players insisted I finish the story. Being a big fan of the Audio Drama medium I figured it would be a great way to get this story out there without needing to be skilled with animating in anyway.
This is a long term passion project, with various recurring characters. I'm all in on this and I hope you will be too. This is an adult audio animation, and such will go into adult themes and language.
You can get in touch with me on Discord: HopelessOpos#7868 or on Twitter @TACAudioDrama or @Hopelessopos If you wanna join the Discord to keep up with this project: https://discord.gg/rUQfmRBBWU
The Story follows Adam Kelly (a 28 year old Handicap who struggles to get through life on his painful prosthetics) and Melanie Rodman, (a strange woman in her mid twenties with a mysterious past) as they are sent forth on a journey of a lifetime! During the reveal of a powerful self sustaining energy source, an explosion occurs, tearing a hole between realms as our heroes are dragged through finding themselves in the strange, magical world of Terra Arcanum! The world isn't the only thing that's different however... Join them as they uncover the secrets of this new world, as well work together with new allies to stop an ancient evil that threatens the realms!
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Latest Updates
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Hello everyone and Happy Holidays! Episode 1 is currently available on YouTube and Various Podcast Players including Spotify, iHeart, Pandora and More! Also available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/R4fkARHYDI0
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Episode 2 roles!
Interested in auditioning for characters in Episode 2? Check out https://www.castingcall.club/projects/the-terra-arcanum-chronicles-the-audio-drama-ep-2 New character's to be added as needed! -
Not Done Yet!
Hey all! The search for VAs for Episode 1 might have been concluded, but I'm still in need of someone very important, someone to help compose the background music and really bring this world to life! Are you or anyone you know interested in composing music for TAC:TAD? Please visit to audition! https://www.castingcall.club/projects/the-terra-arcanum-chronicles-the-audio-drama-ep-1-2-905fab82-e9a3-42e2-9a6c-7b6f85c7384b -
Final few days
Hey there everyone! We're in the home stretch and there's still a few roles left! I'm still looking for the right Todd! And I closed Dr. Morrison's role bc I still haven't found the right person for the role and I'm not sure the character will still be needed at least not for a while. -
Deadline approaching! New roles, final roles for Ep 1!
Hey everyone. The deadline is only a few weeks away and there's still a few roles open for Episode 1 that I absolutely need! Todd Toddson, the Female Security Officer, and the other Extras roles are a must for episode 1! So if you've auditioned and haven't heard anything, check out the other roles, or maybe try again in a different style! I look forward to listening to your auditions!
As the Narrator you will have the most line describing the actions of the characters throughout this audio drama. It is important to enunciate words clearly, and help convey the tones for each of the scenes.
In the dark, a man sits alone, illuminated mostly by the computer monitor in front of him. His hands shift rapidly across his keyboard and mouse, furiously clicking away.
Adam sips his drink, leaning on a nearby pillar to take some weight off his legs. He scans the crowd of people locking eyes with a beautiful blonde woman, her hair done up in the back, with loose bangs in the front. The two exchange a brief smile before she starts to make her way over to him.
As promised, the lights in the building go dark, illuminated only for a second by a flash of lightning startling the crowd. Not long after, the whirring of energy silences the room as the crystal begins to glow brightly, pulsing faster, as energy travels throughout the generator. And with that, energy is restored to the building.
Adam is a 28 year old Handicap who had lived a rather plain, almost depressing life. That is until he is sent to a brand new world, with a strange new body.
Adam is the lead along side Melanie.
(Irritated)
Nope. The healer went AFK and as usual, Warden pays the price for his party's incompetence.
Hi there Gibbon, my name is Ad... Warden. And this is my travel partner, Morgan.
(In Awe)
Are you kidding me?! I get to have a freaking arm cannon?! This might be the greatest day of my life...
This is a reoccurring role that will be featured in almost every episode to varying degrees as one of the Leads along side Adam.
Melanie Rodman is an enigma in Adam's life, showing up out of the blue and quickly becoming one of his closest allies. After being kicked out of her home after she turned 18 for coming out, Melanie traveled across the US, making friends all over but never really sticking around for too long. Currently she finds herself in New York trying to make her way, taking odd jobs and filling in for her roommate when necessary. Melanie is skeptical of overly nice people, finding them hard to trust firmly believing everyone has an ulterior motive in life. Despite her hard shell, Mel is a sweetheart who cares about the less fortunate, and does what she can to give back with the little funds she has.
(At New Horizons' big reveal party)
Forgive my judgments but you don't seem like you belong at an event like this. (slight awkward pause) Not like that! I just mean, most of these people are stuck up rich dudes. While the others are press nerds. You don't give off either vibe to be honest...
(Skeptical)
So, we are just supposed to trust some random Frog Person because he seems polite and has a southern drawl? Next I suppose we're supposed to ask trees for financial advice?!
(Excited following an intense battle with Mobsters)
Did you see that Warden?! I turned into a freaking Werewolf, goat hybrid. That punk ran away screaming and with his pants soaked no doubt.
Edrikore is a recurring character with a ton of mystery to unravel. At first glance he seems like a disheveled homeless mage, and certainly acts the part. But hidden under his ragged robes is a cut body lined with various arcane runes tattooed across his upper body. While Edrikore seems like an ally for our heroes, there would appear to be more than meets the eye with this Wizard.
Sounds very similar to Master Roshi.
Hello! You two must be the far travelers who have been expecting me! What can ole Edrikore (Ee-jra-core) do for ya?!
Ya know, sometimes it's just fun to blow off some steam, and blow some shit up!
(Annoyed)
Oh yeah, sure! Let's just make ole Edrikore teleport us around the freaking continent! It's not like he has anything better to use his magic on!
This is a significant character who will end up playing a far larger role in the future.
Victor Osborn is the CEO of New Horizons, a charming 30 something capable of turning an enemy into his friend. But can someone appearing to be so selfless and charming really be as good as everyone thinks he is?
(Giving a Speech)
Thank you everyone so much for coming out here tonight to witness history. So first, a little about myself. My father started this company many years ago on the idea of not just creating the latest and greatest technology, but also making sure he could leave the world a better place than he found it. Pops had one dream he spent all his life trying to realize, one that I’m sure some of our guests might not appreciate.
(Continuing his speech)
He had a vision of clean, green, renewable energy. And not just for the rich folk, but for everyone. Sadly, my father passed away far before his vision was realized. And it is with great honor that I am here tonight with you all, to see that vision realized!
(Angry, yelling)
Don't you get it?! I am trying to save this world! By any means necessary! You can either join me, or get the hell out of my way!
** Louie is listed as male/Female due to the fact that he is a young kid, and a female voice actor is more likely to be able to portray the voice.** Louie is not present in the first couple episodes. But due to his importance I want to cast him sooner rather than later!
Louie is a young preteen with a big heart. He comes from a clan of half human, half monkey folk, making him hairier than your average 11 year old. Louie has been summoned by a powerful magic to ensure the protection of Melanie, the one who accidentally summoned him. Even though he is but a child, Louie has been raised to be a soldier, and takes his role very seriously in order to make his family proud.
Louie is a permanent addition to the adventuring party and will be a long term role.
(At attention)
Good day ma'am! My name is Louie and I have been assigned by the gods to be your protector! I assure you that despite my age and small stature, I will do everything in my power to keep you and your party safe at all times!
(Embarrassed)
Melanie! Stop messing up my hair! It's demeaning! I'm supposed to be your fearless protector!
(Astonished)
So this is Earth...? It's so much louder than I would have expected it to be... (Shocked) Gahh! Melanie! Where did my tail go?!
This is a minor character who will reoccur with small parts in the future.
Carson is Adam's best friend, and the one who gets him into New Horizons. He is a charming reporter for a tech news site, who spends more time focused on chatting up the eye candy of the party and less time focused on the actual job. However he still manages to come out with amazing articles.
(Confidently)
Carson Davis, with Tomorrow's Tech, Today. And this is Adam Kelly, my plus one.
(Almost smug like. Like he just disproved his friend)
Ye have little faith Adam... Her name is Liz and we are going out next Saturday, thank you very much!
(Afraid and injured)
He... He said he wanted to fix us... Wanted us to submit to the rule of his god... And when he deemed us unredeemable, that's when he... (painful grunt) That's when he...
Gibbon is a frog folk introduced initially as comic relief but became a favorite amongst the players. Gibbon is best described as a southern Kermit the frog with a slight Ernie from sesame street. He is incredible friendly, but does not like being called a frog and hates squirrels. Gibbon is young druid who spends most of his free time fly fishing, and reading sultry novels.
Well, how do you do strangers! You folks aren't from around these woods huh? My names Gibbon,! Like ribbon but with a Guh!
I seen some funny folks come through here earlier, all dress up up fancy like. I felt bad for some of them. It smelt like they had been sprayed by a skunk!
(Enraged)
What did you just call me tin can?! Call me a frog one more time and I swear to the gods I will tear you apart! You hear me?!
Elsa Starlight is a younger Elven woman just trying to make an earnest living. After taking over her Mother's Inn she quickly fell on hard times as the mob began to target her for protection money.
Elsa is very cold, and temperamental in the beginning before warming up to our heroes after they successfully help her out.
(Annoyed)
Hello... welcome to the Starlight Inn... You looking for a room, or just here to waste my time?
(Friendly)
Oh! It's you two. Welcome back, is there anything I can get for you?
(Iritated)
Those vile hooligans come by twice monthly to clean me out. No one wants to stay in a town that's ravaged by gang wars. So no, business is not fairing well.
Todd Toddson, son of Todd, is the owner of a well respected diner. He is a half Orc with slight New Yorker accent, that often shines through his deeper tone. He's incredibly friendly and boastful.
(Warm and welcoming)
Hello! Welcome to Todd's Diner! Can I get you folks anything?
There's a Wizard who comes around here a few times a month. Likes to stop in and enjoy the finest Todd’s has to offer. I believe he may be able to assist you folks, and he's about due for a visit.
If you're looking for work, you should see Mayor Mully. He's been looking for some daring adventurers to tackle the gang problem.
Choke is an orc mobster who acts as an enforcer who collects protection money from the locals. He as a thick Italian mobster sound to him.
Cutthroat is Chokes older twin brother and current leader of the crime family. Cutthroat is more diplomatic than his brother, but can be far more violent when provoked.
(Softly)
You know what we's gonna do to your little inn if you don't pay up Ms. Starlight?
(Irritated)
This don't concern you, synthezoid. Walk away.
(Irritated)
This ain't over Todd, I will get my money, one way, or another. As for you two, better watch ya backs...
Samuel is a true sinister Villain. He believes he has been chosen by the God of justice to enact his will, causing an all out gang war in the streets.
Samuel gives off a creepy energy, but is less of the eccentric, more of the intimidating Paladin type.
(Intrigued)
Well aren't you quite the specimen... I've never known an android to seek out religion.
When I was but a lost man, wandering this great world, I was attacked. My assailant slit my throat and left me for dead. And a lesser man would have died... but the gods had a different plan for me! I would rise up and become HIS avatar of Justice!
(Sinisterly)
I see you have found my, "therapy," room. I really wish you hadn't come down here... now I'm going to have to kill you.
Mayor Brent Mully is a stout Orc with orange hair and long side burns that some may view to be a bumbling cartoonish character.
Have fun with it, and feel free to exaggerate where you feel is best!
Hey folks! Welcome to my beautiful little town! I hope you will stay awhile.
Wait! You mean it? You will help me clean my streets? (Pause)
I’m sorry, It’s just… we haven’t had help in months. I even sent for an adventurer a while back, but I’ve yet to hear back. I was beginning to lose all hope… until you both showed up!
(Heartbroken)
He was a good man... no one deserves to go out like he did... no one.
Friendly front desk security officer welcoming guests to the press event.
Welcome to New Horizons! Can I get the names of you and your guest?
Thank you! You both enjoy your night!
Not looking for anything specific, can be bland. The most important thing is clarity. The PA System should be easily understood.
Don't worry about effects or anything of the sort!
Attention. Please begin making your way into the Auditorium. The presentation is about to begin.
Everybody, remain calm. Please make your way to one of the designated exits in orderly fashion!
Dr. Morrison is Adam's therapist, and will play a key role in his past rehabilitation in dealing with his injuries and the depression that followed.
The Therapist does not have a specific gender in mind, so I'm open to either for this character!
(Concerned, professional)
Talk to me Adam (Short pause) I can't help you if you continue to shut me out like this...
I see... and why is it that YOU think you're having these, dreams?
You're not wearing your prosthetics (short pause) I thought we talked about this in our last session...?
Potentially looking for multiple thugs.
these aren't the most intelligent people, so feel free to just do what feels fun for this one!
(Smug)
We prefer to talk with our fists!
(Engaging in fight)
Oh no you don't!
Not so tough now, are you?
Philip Seacaster is a Private Investigator tasked with following the party around. He acts all cool, but in the face of actual danger he melts. Originally has a new Yorker accent, so that would be a plus.
(Panicked)
What? No! I wasn't following you two! I was just enjoying this here street art! Yeah, that's it.
(Panicked)
Okay Okay! Don't hurt me. I'm just supposed to follow you guys around and see where you turn in tonight, that's all.
(Surprised)
Wow! You guys are still alive? Er... I mean, I didn't doubt you for a second!
Not the most luxurious roles, but extra's help bring the world to life! Plus by joining as an extra there's a good chance there will be more roles available to you in the future as more extras or even a more significant role if the voice is right!
New Yorker accent is a plus, but not a mandate.
(panicked)
I think there's still people inside!
(Intrigued by strangers)
Oh my, who's that?