IRIS, 30, open ethnicity, FRANCOPHONE, is an interior designer and Rex’s owner. Coming from an affluent bourgeois background, she grows up believing that the world is structured according to a clear and unshakable hierarchy. From an early age, she learns how to get what she wants while concealing her deepest vulnerabilities, particularly a fear of abandonment stemming from her parents’ divorce. Elegant and polished, with a natural screen presence. Socially confident, she is highly controlled in her appearance, posture, gestures and language. Perfectionist, demanding, and organized, she has a natural sense of authority. She can be warm and charming, but there should always be a sense that she is carefully observing and controlling her environment. Able to convey subtle violence through a look, silence, or polite remark rather than direct confrontation. Beneath her calm exterior and control, she hides a certain vulnerability. She must be able to portray an ambiguous attachment to Julia, combining genuine affection, condescension, jealousy, and a need for closeness. A morally complex character that should not immediately come across as “the bad guy.”

LIAM, 33, open ethnicity, FRANCOPHONE, Iris’s husband and Rex’s owner, is a charismatic man who is highly skilled in social interactions. Coming from a wealthy family with dubious business practices, Liam learned early that power belongs to those who know how to bend the rules. Behind his image as a self-made man on social media, much of Liam’s success is built on his family’s money and Iris’s wealth. Their marriage is a constant power struggle: Iris is both his greatest trophy and a threat to his need for control. Liam needs to seduce, possess, and feel that he dominates his surroundings. When a problem arises, he is not interested in the truth, but in whatever version of events best serves him. Athletic, polished, and socially confident, with an effortless air of success. Charming and energetic, he naturally draws attention in a room and can appear warm, funny, and generous. His charisma should gradually reveal something more intimidating and unsettling beneath the surface. The actor should be able to portray an ambiguous, manipulative, and controlling character without immediately appearing antagonistic, while suggesting contained violence behind his charming, composed exterior. Comfortable with psychological tension and power dynamics.

Alice, open ethnicity, FRANCOPHONE, is Julia’s classmate in dental practicals. At 25, she is younger and more resourceful than Julia. A final-year dental hygiene student, she absolutely needs to complete her practical requirements in order to graduate. Although she is paired with Julia, Alice takes on most of the work. More mature, worldly, and highly sociable, Alice tolerates Julia without considering her a friend. They never spend time together outside of school. Sharp and resourceful, Alice is hardworking and socially capable, with a grounded, no-nonsense energy.

Lollie is the main protagonist of our adventure. To call Lollie a best friend to Alaric would be a bit of a major stretch, but that is exactly what this sea explorer would call herself. She is very strong, brave, stubborn, has a wicked sense of humor, and is unafraid to speak her mind, even if it gets her into big trouble! But underneath all that rough exterior lies a beating heart of loyalty. She will battle alongside her new friends if the time calls for it. However this is her standalone adventure, so she’ll have to see how she can do things by herself. I envision her with a Lauren Ash-type voice.

A native of the tropical Fruity Fruit Island, Hugo is another playable hero alongside Lollie, and he is very noble and dedicated to protecting his land. He is also the same weight and size as Lollie, making him her perfect “block-smashing buddy”! He gets drawn into the conflict against Blackbeard when the pirate fires cannons at his island. Such a jerk move right there! Anyways, Hugo is more serious and practical than Lollie, and I envisioned him with an Idris Elba-type voice. He is a plus size Polynesian man.

Don’t worry…This guy is totally an original take on the famous fiend’s alibi! This Blackbeard is a greedy scoundrel who seeks to obtain the Crimson Clam…a magic diamond made by a joint venture with Fruity Fruit Island and Amazon Island centuries ago! Given this diamond enhances strength, this guy hopes to plunder all the gold he can! He has a deeper voice based on Peter Dinklage. He is a white ruffian.

Zappernik (Zapp) Greenwall is Lollie's younger brother. With a daredevil profession, he is no stranger to the thrills of adventure! He is reckless and courageous, but he stays behind to hopefully fix Lollie's ship when she goes on an adventure on Fruity Fruit Island!

Viper Thorne. Dark, brooding, self-loathing, the exact opposite of Lollie. A mercenary hired by Blackbeard, she hides her negative interior with a rather sadistic antihero way of life, but maybe Lollie can show her the brightest things in life. Disappointed by her size, she hopes to be a hero. Blackbeard actually lied to her when he said he wanted to turn over a new leaf, but imagine her shock if she knew the truth…Her voice is medium with a gloomy and edgy overtone that shows she means business. She will duel Lollie in nearly every level zone before you face the zone boss. She is a plus size white woman.

A lover of exploration, Ahab is inspired by Lollie’s sunshine personality to become an explorer like her after she decides to take up sailing. He is noble, steadfast, and dedicated. The two meet and fall in love and even get married! Unfortunately he sacrifices himself to save her from the Kraken as the vile beast attacks! He is remembered by Lollie. He is a white man.

Scarlett is an expert mechanic, a genius with machinery, and the younger sister of Ahab Stormforge, Lollie's late lover! She loves Lollie and has concern for her when she leaves Amazon Island, but through thick and thin she is suave and manipulative. She even stopped Nova's enemy Xandra by pretending to be a worker when she really set detonators all over the evil princess's ship! She has a medium-high voice with a hint of gentleness despite her sly demeanor. She also needs a hint of cunning and manipulative traits as she evolves into the heroic con who tricks villains in the future. She is a white trickster.

This is a lion with sand colors and habitat. A native in Fruity Fruit Island, they are somewhat territorial, which makes one Sand Lion a worthy boss for someone as strong as Lollie and Hugo! He is a lion.

Fido is Blackbeard’s pet shark. He is also very hungry for whoever gets too close to his jaws, especially when he is sent to take a bite out of Lollie and Hugo’s efforts! He is a shark.

Bloody Mary? No, try Muddy Mary! A cranky swamp hermit living in a gross and muddy section of Fruity Fruit Island, Muddy Mary prefers to keep to herself and is very territorial. As in, she HATES intruders, making her an ideal boss to fight as you travel through the Island. She has a rough and raspy voice. She only has one voice line, but feel free to audition with a dirty, raspy, and untidy voice that fits the smelly swamps that she dwells in. She has a raspy, untidy, deep voice that sounds like she has a cold. She also has the worst set of teeth I ever did lay eyes on! She is a swamp rat.

He is exactly what the name is. He hates floating things, so he likes to destroy them with his bare hands! Good thing Lollie and Hugo don’t fly, right? He is a man of stone.

A con man with military-grade firearms, Artillery Carl will hurl rockets at you as a boss sent by Blackbeard!

All ethnicities. An enthusiastic, intelligent, and approachable scientist at the Space Exploration Agency who inspires curiosity about science and space exploration.

All ethnicities. Dr. Silvia Seaborne is a passionate aquarium director who loves marine life and educating young learners. She is warm, approachable, and engaging, with a genuine passion for marine life and a strong commitment to ocean animal conservation and rehabilitation.

All ethnicities. Enthusiastic, friendly, and passionate wolf enthusiast who represents an international wolf conservation organization. Nico is knowledgeable and aims to inspire curiosity and appreciation for wolves in young learners.

Billingual. Earthy black woman and a default charming smile. Wants to be a famous model and actress. She carries herself with quiet confidence and authenticity, shaped by her journey of self-acceptance and perseverance. Despite setbacks in her modeling career, she remains determined, balancing a regular job with the ongoing pursuit of her dreams. Ref: Lauryn Hill.