Squirrel And Hedgehog [North Korean Animation] English Dubbing (Main Weasels)
Ste Holland for Emperor Jirochito
Emperor Jirochito is the ruler of the Weasel Empire, the Commander of the Imperial Army, and the key to bringing peace between them and Flower Hill in contrast to "The Rage", making him a very important and recurring character of the show; although he did attempt to justify a war with Flower Hill to get The Rage the disband and bring back unity to the military. He's frequently in conversation with Geumsaegi, so he often reveals some of his own philosophy and perspective in extended speeches to him. When experiencing too must shock, Jirochito would sometimes fall unconscious, happening a few times throughout the series.
Jirochito hasn't been a good fighter in comparison to some of his military officers, so there is no need to have him sounding tough or menacing. Instead, he should be sounding more in terms of tone: calm, clever, and easily emotional. Because of this, I would suggest a medium-high to high pitched voice in the male range, somewhat similar to your typical anime protagonist voice, but there are many routes you could take with coming up with a voice to fit him.
(After defending his pet bird, Emperor Jirochito talks in a kind and sweet manner about his duty as the ruler of the Weasel Empire. The tone here needs to convince Geumsaegi that he's quite open to peace, even for Flower Hill) Startling for the wicked, of course! Big or small, I must always seek to protect the subjects of my domain! They’re like my children, and I only want what’s best for them. I believe every father should do more to care for their young, even those from Flower Hill. (innocently chuckles for about three second.)
(Weasel forces led by Manguko barged into Jirochito's room, both surprised and enraged of this unexpected visit and kidnapping) Hey!!! What the hell is going on, Manguko?! (for clarification, Jirochito should be speaking of this line in anger too) P-Protection?! (While his hospital bed is being transported away from its original position, Jirochito throws a tantrum and bawls all over the bed) No, no, no, no, no!!! Stop, stop, STOP IIIITTT!!! Release me at once!!!
(The Emperor is deeply annoyed by the press conference after being pressured into answer for the Mice Army's presence, beginning to complain about their persistence in getting answers from him) This is why I hate the media so much...I gave them what they wanted, statements for peace and love, but this is the kind of response I get from them regardless?! (Geumsaegi, at his side, begins to answer and explain the situation to him along with the reporters' perspectives) Hmm...you think it's the Mice Army that had them worried, but on what grounds? (Geumsaegi then convinces him that they need to convince them first before putting luck into their trust for him) Alright, then head on over to R&D1 and we'll see just how convincing we are.
