~Rise From The Ashes ~: Artists and Supporting VAs (ADDITIONAL ARTISTS STILL OPEN - More roles TBA)
Grim13 for Krissy
Summary: Krissy is a cheerful, bright and determined fifteen year old teen. They're pretty curious, adventurous and get excited by the idea of trying out new things. That being said, they do bear some notable apprehension and doubts under the surface, especially given their lack of memories before their admittance into the 'hospital', but they just take a deep breath and keep fighting on as best as they can. Krissy is a determined goal-getter and always tries to see the best in things, being pretty optimistic and fighting on. ...They like to be pretty creative and love to make art, but complex puzzles and maths are not...quite as fun for them. They can also be a bit stubborn in wanting to do things their way at times (especially for subjects they feel passionate about), but it's all to achieve the best eventual outcome. Unlike a lot of the main cast in the story, they have no powers, so can't help but feel a little intimidated and in awe of those who do have them. They first meet Ash whilst being held captive at the institute and after escaping with him and the others, they loyally stick by his side and seek to work together with the aim to put an end to the illegal and horrifying activities that go on behind the closed doors of Voss's facilities and find out what really happened to them. However, such horrors may extend even further than that...and Krissy can't help but feel a...deeper connection to Ash somehow. ...But why?
Appearance: Arc I (Lead)
Personality: Friendly, Creative, Caring, Optimistic, Bright, Cheerful, Curious, Adventurous, Energetic, Apprehensive and a little Doubtful
Voice: Androgynous and bright, mid-pitch. They should be able to sound optimistic and warm, but also pack some emotion behind the harder lines. Some of their lines will require screaming and near hysterical states. Therefore a good voice range is best if you don't mind doing this.
Note: Krissy is non-binary and is referred to throughout the story with 'They' or 'He' pronouns, as by their preferences. Therefore their role is open to anyone to audition, but we do love diversity amongst our cast and staff and strongly encourage any non-binary VAs to give the role a shot!
[Gasp] …! Y-You…! I...Y-Yes! I heard you! C-Can you hear me? [Clearly relieved] Oh thank God! I was...I-I was afraid I’d just imagined it…[Relieved and grateful] Thank you so much for replying to me. I was actually starting to worry that I uh...might be losing it. Honestly, I really wasn’t expecting a reply, so it was...quite a scare, aheh. Sorry if I scared you too. Anyway...I'm Krissy. I think…[Pause] Well, that's the name engraved on my lucky bracelet, so...yeah, that's what I go by.
[A little awkward and embarrassed] H-Hey, don’t look at me! Numbers aren’t…exactly my strong suit. [Shaking it off to become optimistic]…But come on, we’re not going to let some stupid puzzle just mock us like that, right, Ash? Let’s put our brains together and figure out this code thingie…uh, whatever it might be. [Added on after a pause] Preferably before the guards notice we’re missing…
[A little sad and apprehensive] ...Same really. It’s kinda hard to sleep knowing you could be torn awake at any time. Besides I…[Quietly] I don't want to miss a moment around me. …[Sad sigh] I don't really have many crystal clear memories of anything before...that place...so all of this...it's almost like experiencing it again for the first time to me. [Slightly lamenting] If only I had my sketchbook, I could capture it all on paper...like that cute little firefly there, or the way the moonlight shines on that small lake...
[Hushed and slightly threatening, clearly angry and with the upper hand] ...Now are you going to answer my question, you pathetic idiot? [Satisfied]....Good. Then tell me [Slightly hissed, each word enunciated] Where. Is. He? [Slight scoff] Oh, I think you know exactly who I mean...so tell me where he is right now…[Casually, with threatening undertones] or we can do things the harder way. It’s your choice. I really don’t care. [Determined] But I am getting him out of here and you can do nothing to stop me!
[Gasping in pain, coughing and clearly in agony] Nygaaah! [Panting and coughing] A-Ash…! H-Help... me! ...P-Pain...getting...w-worse…! [Lightly sobbing in confusion and terror] Nnngh....I-I can’t…! I…! I-I…! [Pained sob] H-Help...
[Softly and trying to be comforting] Uhuh. If you think about it, we’re in a similar cycle too, Ashy... sort of. [Attempting to be optimistic] I mean, look how far we’ve come! Even after everything so far…and we’re going to keep on fighting! [Determined] We can do this! Every day may be a battle through the... trauma…[A little shaky and uncertain] a-and I know it’s still probably far from over yet, but …[Deep breath, speaking quite deeply] just like that phoenix, you will rise from the ashes too. You shouldn’t have to constantly live in fear like this. No one labelled 'different’ ever should! [Sincerely, building up] So...dismiss the doubters, pummel the persecutors and come out stronger and brighter than before to show your true and amazing self to the world - because you are amazing...[Emotional, soft and completely genuine] a-and you’re...you’re my amazing friend. [Softest, almost a whisper]...My hero.
Grimmyyyy! :D Hi hi! It's so great to see you return to auditions, thank you so much for submitting an audition to us and trying out for Krissy :D Ahh I missed your voice, it's got such a lovely soothing tone . Krissy isn't an easy role, but you did a really great job with them! :D There was some lovely emotion and intonation involved. Line 4 was a joy to listen to as well, nice and ominous - must admit I was excited to hear your take after the ominous Ash line in your previous audition XD Line 5 was nicely done too with the sobbing and pain and line 6 was great with the enthusiasm and trying to bolster Ash up which was really nice to hear. Especially the 'my hero' at the end which was so sweet and soft~ All in all a really great audition that I enjoyed, thank you so much Grimmy! A few small nitpicks then XD Line 4 could do with being a little faster paced, since Krissy is furious in this line and pretty pressured, so the pacing could be a bit faster. A touch more brightness in lines 1 and 2 with slightly faster pacing as well would be perfect too :D I think your audition steadily got better as it went on, maybe that was nerves or a worry of rustiness, but your voice did sound a tiny bit shaky at parts, I hope it didn't make you too nervous! Also from what I can hear I think there's quite a bit of reverb going on with your mic that makes your voice sound a lil echoey. Not sure if that's due to your new location or a setting put wrong on the mic, but it diminishes the quality of your delivery slightly :'( I know you're pretty busy, but if you'd like to redo based on the feedback and have the time then please feel free to do so. Extensions are until 20th July, so there's still plenty of time :) Thanks so much again and it's so good to hear from you again Grimmy and I hope the move went well! :D
Thanks for the detailed feedback as always! Super awesome that you give very specific advice! I've tried out a couple of other things with my mic and I'm unfortunately starting to think that something must've damaged a wire during the move. I just wanted to see if that was going to "make or break" the audition before I try recording another set of lines?
Ahhh sorry for the late reply Grimmy! I've been a touch busy irl this week! Aw no problem at all! Anything to help budding VAs to shine and reach their full potential :D That's a shame to hear about your mic :( Is there anything that can be done to minimise that sound, maybe position it a particular way or something? Thing is the competition is so intense :'( So a mic with more static but great performance may get cancelled out by one with less static and an equally great performance. It's tricky, but don't let that stop you submitting another line set if you want. Maybe the echo could be edited out? But if if you did want to resubmit some more lines then go ahead :) If not that's a-okay too. Thank you so much for being such a supportive and kind person Grimmy :) I hope life is treating you well and even if you don't get Krissy, there's plenty of other roles available if you want one :D xx
I unfortunately probably won't be submitting anymore lines in that case. I still haven't been able to figure out what's wrong with my mic and I understand that quality can take a big hit if equipment isn't up to par. But I look forward to seeing what you guys do with this project!
Aww that's a-okay Grimmy. Thank you so much for your support and the kind words either way. I really hope you can figure out the problem with that pesky mic soon, your voice needs to shine! XD But seriously, thanks so much and take care Grimmy :)