Character Addition
We've added a new character to the list, unfortunately she was left off due to an error and we've corrected it! Happy Auditioning!
"Saga of a Space Battleship" is a fan-created animation series based on the series Space Battleship Yamato from 1974. The series functions as a would be 4th series taking place approximately 30 years after the events of the film "Final Yamato." When an unknown enemy is woken and is dead set on destroying not only Earth, but every living being in existence, the Space Battleship Yamato and her crew the StarForce rises again to add a new chapter in her legend, where old characters and new fight for a new tomorrow.
This casting call is for Act 1 of the series which is the first 6 Episode. This call is for the main recurring cast throughout the series. The project will be animated, rendered, and composited all in Blender utilizing VRoid to create characters and clothing.
We've added a new character to the list, unfortunately she was left off due to an error and we've corrected it! Happy Auditioning!
Initially set for only January 5th, we've opted to extend the deadline to January 31st. This we believe will give the casting process a fair enough time frame to allow for multiple submissions for all roles!
Kodai Susumu is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. He is considerably older than when we saw him last so he's much more tempered by age and the guidance of his wife and daughter, Kodai-Yuki Mori and Kodai Miyuki. He is approximately 50 years old in this tale and he must sound aged but not frail.
Very good, Helm, plot an intercept course for the Mothball fleet. Good work everyone. (Pause) Miyuki, inform the crew they’re free to move about and perform their duties now.
Get the Black Tigers in the air, all hands, Battlestations!
I don’t know how many opportunities we’ll be able to get on this mission…maybe after the next warp or two…once we’re further from Earth when I won’t need her constantly listening for a call from Earth.
Yuki Mori is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. Yuki once served as the Radar Officer of the Yamato however, she is now the Captain of her own explorer class ship. However, her fate after the opening act is one of mystery and one of the key points behind the Saga story. Yuki is roughly 50 years old and is the wife of Kodai Susumu and mother to Miyuki. She is tough but gentle in her duties as a Captain, Wife, and Mother.
Communications, any luck with getting through to our Relay station?
This is Captain Kodai, Captain of the EDF Explorer Vessel, Hijikata. This is an emergency message to EDF HQ, we’ve encountered a powerful entity that is in pursuit. We will attempt to escape, but if we’re unable, do NOT approach section seventeen of the Collision Galaxy!
If this message reaches EDF HQ, this next part is for my husband and daughter, Susumu Kodai and Miyuki. I am so sorry my darlings, I wasn’t able to keep my promise. Do not come looking for me. I love you both.
Sanada is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. Sanada functions as confidant to Kodai and functions as the Yamato's Executive Officer. He is extremely intelligent and isn't afraid to hide it. He often finds himself at the head of any and all scientific questions and analyses that comes the Yamato's way. He is approximately 60 years old.
Connection to Massachusetts established. The ship is in much worse condition than expected Captain. Getting her to detonate will be fairly simple.
O’Reilly, can you enhance your scan without them picking it up?
While the Yamato is in flight, we intend to detonate the Wave Motion engine of the only intact core of the Luna Defense Fleet. It is our hope that this distraction will be enough to allow Earth to open the Planetary Shield, allowing Yamato to Warp safely. Timing is critical in this operation.
Nanbu is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. He originally served on the Yamato as the Assistant Gunner, in charge of the ships defensive weaponry. He returns to the ship in his original job as this is where he excels. He's extremely professional but is somewhat of a second father figure to Miyuki. He is approximately 50 years old.
We could use the Black Tiger’s to scout the enemy position.
Pulse Laser Grid and Missile Tubes report green. Black Tigers report ready. Major Williams is reporting the Marines are all tucked in and their equipment secured.
Red Alert! All hands to Battlestations! Enemy fleet detected!
Ohta is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. Ohta remains fiercely loyal to his friend Nanbu, wherever Nanbu goes, he goes. Ohta serves as Assistant Navigator and Auxiliary Radar Officer. He is approximately 50 years old.
Fifteen mega-meters! Enemy fleet within effective firing range!
Navigational computer reports no anomalies, we’ve arrived only fifteen mega meters out of intended destination.
Navigational Computer and short range Radar online and ready.
Tokugawa is one of the original heroes of the Space Battleship Yamato series and is a recurring character in Saga. Originally appearing as a young man originally Tokugawa is now a grown man and assumes the role of Chief Engineer of the Yamato, a position previously held by his Grandfather. He's extremely intelligent when it comes to mechanics and treats the Yamato with a reverence that would rival Jiro. He is approximately 40 years old.
Main Engine Ready, ECS Grid online and functional!
Energy build up 120%, starting main engine flywheel.
Main Engine checks completed, we’re ready to begin start up sequence.
Miyuki is the daughter of Yuki and Susumu Kodai, she is approximately 25 years old. Miyuki takes after her mother in beauty and intelligence but has a similar attitude of her father. Quick to act and isn't afraid to speak up to those around her with the exception of her own immediate family. She functions as the Yamato's Communication Officer being personally trained by Aihara, the former Communication Officer.
Communications green, no signals in local space. Transmissions from EDF HQ are garbled and non-decipherable at this time.
With what we’ve observed, they remind me of a plague of locusts more than an intelligent space faring race.
(Saddened) Please tell me we’re going to go. I know she told us not to but-
Flyboy acts as the Commander of the Air Group (CAG) for the Yamato. He's extremely cocky and often likes to joke around regardless of how serious the situation is. However, he's quick to defend anyone whom he perceives as a friend and quickly attacks those he regards as a foe. He is 30 years old during the events of the Saga story. He is a recurring character.
Don’t you worry sweetheart, we’ll make it count!
Flyboy to Yamato, recon pass complete. The enemy is just parked there. It’s like they’re asleep or something.
I’ll see you in five. (Pause) Yamato, Flyboy, ready for launch!
Jiro is an original character from the Space Battleship Yamato series, he was seen as a young boy there but in this series he is a full grown man. Jiro assumes the role of the Chief Navigator of the Yamato, filling in his older brother Daisuke's shoes. He is fiercely loyal to the Kodai family and is considered to be a brother of Miyuki. He is approximately 35 years old. He is one of the recurring characters of the Saga story.
I completely understand. Speaking of the General, do you know where he is?
(To Himself) Yamato…my brother’s ship…I’m finally here.
Space Battleship Yamato, lifting off!
Sanford "Ghost" Williams is the Commander of the Space Marines assigned to the Yamato. He is loyal to Captain Kodai and his family above all with the exception of the Yamato herself. He is quick to act though he is a brilliant tactician. He won't rest until he's completed his objective or dies trying. He is approximately 30 years old and speaks with a Southern accent specifically from the Georgia region of Earth. He is a recurring character throughout the Saga story.
Hold it right there!
Alright you two, who are you and what’re you doing here?
Major Sanford Williams, I’m in charge of security here. What’re you two doing here?
Adi functions as the Combat Chief of the Yamato. She's got the confidence of a Captain and isn't afraid to show it. She's good at her job and is rivaled by none. However, she's determined to prove that she deserves the position she is in and won't stop until she gets the recognition she deserves. She is 25 years old and speaks with a Bostonian Accent.
We can approach the enemy from the side if we attack along a parallel vector. We’ll be able to broadside from long range with all of our Main Guns easily.
Chief, weapon system power is draining, fast!
Locking Bow Missiles and Forward Batteries.
O'Reilly functions as the Yamato's Radar Officer. He is 25 years old and extremely intelligent. However, he's been known to slack off and take things a bit too easily. However, on duty he is the best Radar Officer in the EDF for someone as young as he is. He speaks with an Irish Accent.
That would explain why we can’t get any kind of signals out past Brumas or even back to Earth.
The Computer has analyzed the overall mass of the structure in orbit of Brumas. Computer?
Sensors show the immediate area clear of enemy contacts. However, I am detecting the Mothball fleet on the opposite side of the planet.
Rabbit is the Black Tigers 2nd in Command, making sure that all of the pilots needs and repairs are met by the deck gang. She is 30 years old, despite being older than Flyboy, she respects him as a leader and will follow him anywhere. She acts as his confidant and friend, often getting him out of situations he sometimes creates.
That’s a neat trick, wonder who came up with that one?
Dammit, Flyboy! We’re at half strength! We need a place to land and patch up!
Um…was I imagining things or did that whole wall just…flicker?