Steem Monsters: a behind-the-scenes look at recording the Medusa quips
The day had arrived. It was time for me to bring Medusa to life for @steemmonsters by recording her quips. I am still super excited for the opportunity to be involved in this game, so I thought it'd be fun to bring you guys along for a behind-the-scenes look at how it went.
Although no female character in Greek mythology is more popular and well known than Medusa, I still did some background googling to get a clear image of her in my mind and to get into character.
We all know she is the woman with snake hair who turns men to stone with a single glance. She's sexy, powerful and dangerous, and I wanted to bring these characteristics across in my voice.
It also seems perfectly logical to me that she has an Australian accent since Australia is home to the most venomous snakes on the planet.
I totally got this!
Me and a slithery friend in the Northern Territory, circa 2006
Luckily for me, MSP Waves legend @globocop only lives 2km away, and he has a professional recording studio set up in his flat. This was a heaps better option than me trying to do something at my place. There is near 24/7 construction noise going on around here in preparation for the Pope's visit next January. I don't really think jackhammers would enhance the game.
In addition to having access to his studio, I was also very grateful for the coaching I got from Globo. He encouraged me to be a lot more expressive than I would have been on my own so this would come through in my voice. We did 15 takes in about an hour, and between them all, I'm happy with each quip.
Working hard at Studio 21D Panama City
Finally, here's an exclusive video I put together for steemit. The first part is some outtakes. It's mostly me fucking up on the grunts but Globo also fucked up on the first one by standing right in front of the camera. I've also included the video of his fist pump and wee jig behind the desk since we had a chuckle at that during playback.
The last part is the final two recordings. There are more but I've cut it down so you don't have to listen to all 15 takes. To get my yell/grunt I pretended I was going for a snatch PR in Crossfit. I joked that Globo would have to punch me in the stomach to get the second one, but stabbing myself with a sunglasses case turned out to be just as effective and much less domestic violence-y.
The only downside was, my voice was really hoarse for the rest of the day afterwards. But hopefully, you guys think it was worth it.
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This is so good!!! You sound amazing... but also remind me never to come closer when you suggest it!
I'm so glad you're involved in this project... I think I've won a couple of Steemmonsters around the place, but haven't actually logged in yet, I am continually impressed with the development and just general enthusiasm it's brought to the blockchain... there must be hundreds of posts and videos about it by now.
Your voice is so good... I'm so going to have to get involved just to blast people with your eyes.
Aw, thanks Ninj. I'm glad you like it.
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Haha! Love how you got into the flow and actions. Each successive one actually sounded more fluid or natural, if you get what I mean.
Thank you. Yes that definitely happened. But some of the earlier ones still had the odd good one so I sent them in. Gives them options.
I have always loved Medusa and her story ...even though I hate snakes haha Seriously, the power in her...
Agreed! Great job @choogirl :)
Why thank you!
You're welcome @choogirl :)
Oh no!! 😥😥😥 Warning please for those photos of you and 🐍
Great production, you don't do things in halves do you?
Well there's no point doing a half-arsed job at it. I don't want them to drop me and replace me with someone else.
Are you scared of snakes? They don't actually bother me, unlike spiders...
I'm getting a bit better now, if I see them on TV, newspaper or PC I can sort of control myself without screaming out loud and scaring the shit out of whoever's next to me. But absolutely not the real thing ....
omg
i love this
love your acting and your emotionality and your commitment into each sentences! the medusa really comes alive with your lines, choo !!! i can already imagine her taunting and shouting and.... even dying....
AAAAAAAAAAH
AMAZING
i love it !
you are super talented omg XD <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
Thank you Spidey. I was hoping that someone other than me would like it.
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Bahhahhhaaaaahahahaahahaaa that was amazing XD Stabbing yourself with the glasses case sounds much healthier than taking a stomach punch XD Much needed giggles as fyn is a bit grumpybum today :D
Well, I'm glad that I put a smile on your face. Yes, definitely hurt less.
So cool getting to see behind the scenes on this Awesome work
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
This was great fun - and you totally got it choo! Great talent... Wish all voice actors would be as professional... :)
Had a great laugh!
What did the peeps say over at @steemonsters ?
Thanks again Globo. I really appreciate your help on this one.
Nothing yet. I think they are pretty busy and haven't had time to listen to any of them.
You definitely make a GREAT Medusa! As you said, she is a lady who is famous for her beauty and strength, and you definitely get both in abundance! Plus the Australian venom thing adds even more to this likeness lol.
I really admire that you put everything into the recording, certainly it shows the commitment and passion you poured into this game.
Well done choo!
Ooh such compliments, why thank you Scrawly.