Characters
Welcome to the Fetch Zone
Far-Fetched is an independently produced animated pilot. After accidentally releasing her own chaotic canine creature into the world, an overly-anxious girl named Rue is dragged into a rock band of late-2000's misfits called Sesamoid. Armed with their budding friendships & an ancient ice cream truck, the gang uncover much more than meets the eye about the town of Veilport & become tangled in a world where science is at odds with monsters & the supernatural.
Where to Find Us
Sounds decent enough. So how are you going to make this, smart guy?
Good question, person writing this. In case you haven't heard, creating independent animation isn't cheap. Sure, you can get backing from a major studio, but they might tell you "No Ashley, you can't have 17 werewolf characters.", and these conditions are just barbaric. So, we plan on funding Far-Fetched completely on our own! These days, internet-produced animation has become far more common, and it's very clear that the medium can easily thrive outside of the studio system.
We've already successfully produced a 2-minute proof of concept short animation and plan on funding the full pilot episode on our own, with additional support from fans, so that we may create a show that isn't limited by the expectations of some business suit named Frank. If we don't screw this up and people actually like it, then we plan on funding an entire series, in order to fully bring to life the story we want to tell. Sure, this is a little uncertain and risky, but it's a lot better than working with Frank. Screw you, Frank.
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Official Releases
FAR-FETCHED PILOT TEASER.MOV
Meet the Sesamoid gang at Camp Crag in this official teaser clip from the Far-Fetched pilot!
Sesamoid - Creature Feature
Sesamoid's second single and first ever character-driven song, "Creature Feature"!
A Very Far-Fetched Halloween (Short)
Happy Halloween from the Far-Fetched crew! Hope we've brought your spooky season to life! Well... almost.
Sesamoid - I Put A Spell On You (Cover)
To ring in the 2023 spooky season, Sesamoid decided to brew up a cover of “I Put A Spell On You” from the Halloween classic: Hocus Pocus!
Sesamoid - It’s Terror Time Again (Cover)
Sesamoid’s first ever cover of “It’s Terror Time Again” by Skycycle from the iconic film Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island!
Sesamoid - Adventricular (Official Lyric Video)
Sesamoid takes you on a new adventure in their very first single, “Adventricular''!
Night Of The Cute Feast (Proof of Concept)
When Rue comes home from a long day to feed Kira, she realizes she may have bit off more than she can chew.
Other Videos
2023 Year End Update Video
With 2024 just on the horizon, we released a big update video discussing the what, where & why of all things Far-Fetched!
2021 Round Up
Year in review for 2021 of all we did and shared. Also features a first look at the show's theme song!
Rue Cervello
Voiced By: Nola Klop
Always trying to act fine no matter how not fine things are, Rue was trying to carve out a path for herself until a chaotic canine creature entered her world and forked her life up. She’s had a love for both the cute and corny since her youth, cuddling with plushies while watching monster movies with her dad. This false sense of security never prepared her to handle both the supernatural and actual adult world. As she nervously joins her newfound friends to play keyboard for Sesamoid, she struggles to maintain control of her suppressed emotions & the adorable beast she’s unleashed.
AGE: 23
BIRTHDAY: 04/24
PRONOUNS: She/Her
SEXUALITY: QuestioningFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Neutral Good Gnome Druid
- Favorite Color: Pink
- Favorite Animal: Bunnies
- Favorite Ice Cream: Rainbow Sherbet
- Favorite Food: Chicken nuggets
Kira
Voiced By: Jazmine Luevanos
She’s a dog. Just a normal dog. Don’t ask why she has hair… or is purple… Okay she’s anything but normal, but she’s Rue’s emotional support creature! She uses multiple mysterious powers & frightening forms to fight off both Sesamoid’s supernatural & Rue’s internal struggles.
AGE: Dog
BIRTHDAY: Dog
PRONOUNS: She/HerFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Lawful Neutral Half Orc Barbarian
- Favorite Color: Yes
- Favorite Animal: Bugs
- Favorite Ice Cream: Doesn't like it
- Favorite Food: Yes
Quinn Huckley
Voiced By: J Michael Tatum
He doesn't think he’s better than you, he knows he is. As the leader & drummer of Sesamoid, Quinn’s tunnel-visioned determination for his band to make it big often puts his crew into perilous situations. Being childhood friends with Rue, and knowing she wouldn’t say no, he dragged her into joining the band after he couldn’t find a “reliable” keyboard player. Even though he makes his friends do all the hard work, his keen eye for talent and charisma are what brought the gang together. Despite how much he shows off, he still can’t escape his grandmother’s garage.
AGE: 23
BIRTHDAY: 11/05
PRONOUNS: He/Him
SEXUALITY: Demisexual PanromanticFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Chaotic Neutral Tiefling Rogue
- Favorite Color: Electric Blue
- Favorite Animal: Foxes
- Favorite Ice Cream: Coffee
- Favorite Food: Shepherd's pie
Piper Stubbs
Voiced By: Dani Chambers
A medical student with a love of cosplay and theatrics, Piper is the extroverted guitar-shredder of Sesamoid. Despite being the youngest member of the gang, she tries to be the most composed. When it comes to putting on a show, she and Warren are the ones that have to bring Quinn’s crazy ideas to life. Nobody is quite sure where she finds the time to pull everything off, and it’s kinda scary. She tries her best to keep the gang in high spirits, even if that means neglecting her own needs and standing in harm’s way with her trusty six-string.
AGE: 21
BIRTHDAY: 06/13
PRONOUNS: She/Her
SEXUALITY: LesbianFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Chaotic Good Elf Wizard
- Favorite Color: Mint Green
- Favorite Animal: Cats
- Favorite Ice Cream: Strawberry
- Favorite Food: Sushi
Griff
Voiced By: Jacob Takanashi
An unpredictable airhead with a heart of gold, you’ll probably find the lead singer of Sesamoid inside of your local trash can. Armed with a powerful voice & cursed with an accident prone existence, Griff is a friend to creatures both big & small. He was a bit of a drifter, happily just existing, until Quinn acquired him for the band. Now he makes his home inside of Sesamoid’s untrusty ice cream truck: Papa Swirl. It may be hard to understand his logic sometimes, but he always has the best intentions.
AGE: 22
BIRTHDAY: Griff
PRONOUNS: He/Him
SEXUALITY: Asexual PanromanticFun Facts!
- DnD Character: True Neutral Halfling Bard
- Favorite Color: Yes
- Favorite Animal: Trash Animals
- Favorite Ice Cream: Rocky Road
- Favorite Food: Yes
Warren Webber
Voiced By: Jonah Scott
Like your dad after an 8-hour car ride, Warren has had just about enough. As the bassist of Sesamoid, this intellectual behemoth is the sole member of the band with a realistic mindset. While he has his friend’s best interests at heart, he isn’t afraid to let them know how often they’re horribly misguided…especially Quinn. He handles all the hard work, from constantly fixing the ice cream truck to making sure their shows don’t implode. His college degree isn’t taking him anywhere, so he spends his time slapping the bass and keeping this group of misfits from dying.
AGE: 25
BIRTHDAY: 09/21
PRONOUNS: He/Him
SEXUALITY: StraightFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Lawful Good Dwarf Fighter
- Favorite Color: Orange
- Favorite Animal: Cows
- Favorite Ice Cream: Pistachio
- Favorite Food: Grilled Steak
Papa Swirl
Voiced By: [REDACTED]
AGE - ∞---- BIRTHDAY - 7/17
One half ice cream truck and the other half band van, Papa Swirl is Sesamoid’s untrusty steed. Reliable as any ancient vehicle, Papa constantly finds himself being repaired by Warren just to get the gang anywhere. Don’t let his head’s eternal smile fool you, Papa Swirl judges all with his piercing eyes. Now, try to make yourself comfortable between the drum kit and soft serve machine.
Clodagh Huckley
An ex-rocker now off her rocker, Clodagh is Quinn's nurturing, metalhead grandmother. Born and raised in Ireland, she moved to America in her 30s with her family to pursue the dream of being a rockstar. After Quinn's parents suddenly walked out, she took up the mantle of raising the hard-headed goth boy. She may act absolutely batty, but she's the best granny you could ask for.
AGE: 69
BIRTHDAY: 11/11
PRONOUNS: She/Her
SEXUALITY: BisexualFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Chaotic Evil Tiefling Cleric
- Favorite Color: Green
- Favorite Animal: Bats
- Favorite Food: Shepherd's pie
Regan Locklear
Chill and seemingly apathetic, Regan is a reptile-loving, practial effects guru. The only thing that explodes bigger than her on-set pyrotechnics is her heart for her girlfriend Piper. She adores all types of scaly fellas, because cold-blooded critters are misunderstood just as much as she is. Don't let her harsh-exterior fool you, she's a total softie on the inside. Except for her pyrotechnics...those can hurt.
AGE: 22
BIRTHDAY: 03/08
PRONOUNS: She/They
SEXUALITY: Demisexual BiromanticFun Facts!
- DnD Character: Lawful Neutral Dragonborn Sorcerer
- Favorite Color: Black
- Favorite Animal: Snakes
- Favorite Food: Anything spicy
"Drain" Creed
Voiced By: Michael Zekas
The son of a major record executive & complete shit-lord, Drain is an EDM musician & the self-proclaimed rival of Sesamoid. Dawning his trademark neon helmet, this shampire is the band's (and specifically Quinn's) biggest nuisance & constantly interferes with their adventures for his own selfish reasons. He loves to flaunt his vampirism for the fangirls & fame, but there are much less glamorous sides to being a vampire that he tries to ignore. Though he may be a nuisance in the eyes of the Sesamoid gang, deep down he's a bigger threat than anyone, including himself, would have guessed.
AGE: Immortal (Mentally: Early 20's)
BIRTHDAY: 07/26
PRONOUNS: He/Him
SEXUALITY: """""""""STRAIGHT!!!"""""""""Fun Facts!
- DnD Character: Neutral Evil Elf Warlock
- Favorite Color: Magenta which is TOTALLY not pink
- Favorite Animal: Sharks
- Favorite Ice Cream: Cookie Dough
- Favorite Food: Cookies
Comics
Patreon
Merch
Open Positions
2D Animator
We're looking for traditional frame-by-frame 2D animators! This is a part time freelance position. No previous professional experience required, but some experience working with a team is a big plus. Experience in any animation software is OK as long as it can export image sequences.
Job Requirements:
Communicate clearly and frequently via Discord
Take and follow notes
Able to draw characters on model
Reel Requirements:
Send reel as an external link
Reel should be no longer than 3 minutes long
Character acting.
Lip syncing
Multiple characters interacting
Character turning/moving through space in proper perspective
Lighting (light and shadow)
Bonus Things To Include:
FX animation
Non-Human Characters/Animals/Creatures
Characters playing musical instruments
Environments/Backgrounds moving in 3D space
Vehicles/Weapons/Instruments/Other 3D objects
2D Cleanup ANIMATOR
We're looking for traditional frame-by-frame 2D cleanup animators! This is a part time freelance position. No previous professional experience required, but some experience working with a team is a big plus. Must be proficient in Toon Boom.
Job Requirements:
Experience with Toon Boom
Communicate clearly and frequently via Discord
Take and follow notes
Able to help bring characters on model and help fix minor animation errors
Reel Requirements:
Send reel as an external link
Reel should be no longer than 3 minutes long
Comparison of original rough vs cleaned animation
Color
Lighting (light and shadow)
Solid grasp of line weight
Cleaned up traditional frame by frame
Bonus Things To Include:
Cleanup from rougher animation
Gradients
Colored linework
Merch Artist
We're looking for artists with experience designing various merch items for sale such as keychains, stickers, enamel pins, posters, t-shirts, other apparel, or various other merch items. Experience creating items for sale is a must. Be it merchandise you've made for yourself, or designs you've made for others.
Job Requirements:
Communicate clearly and frequently via Discord
Take and follow notes
Able to draw characters on model
Portfolio Requirements:
Send portfolio as an external link
Examples of merch designs
Examples of multiple art styles
Comic Artist
We're looking for more comic artists to join our team! Experience with visual storytelling is a must.
Job Requirements:
Communicate clearly and frequently via Discord
Take and follow notes
Able to follow style guides
Flesh out rough thumbnails and improve upon them
Portfolio Requirements:
Send portfolio as an external link
Examples of comics
Examples of strong visual storytelling
Email your application along with your resume and portfolio/reel to apply(at)farfetched(dot)show
Freakishly Asked Questions
When will the pilot be out?
Before we're dead.
Are you planning on pitching the show or keeping it independent?
Our show is going to stay 100% independent, so it won't be tampered with by anyone. We'll always have full creative control & update you folks whenever we want.
Where can I watch the show?
We have a YouTube channel where we released our most recent teaser, Sesamoid music videos, animated shorts, and update videos. You can also watch the original Proof of Concept on Ashley's YouTube channel.
Will the show be PG or Adult?
We're aiming for TV-14 (PG-13). Violence and some swearing.
Can I make OCs/Fanart based on the show?
Absolutely! We love seeing any fan characters and fanart! Have fun.
Do you plan on releasing more merch?
While we have tons of fun ideas for more merch, we don't feel comfortable releasing much more until our pilot's out at least. We want to prove the show's worth supporting first, but you can check out what we currently have on our Online Shop.
I want to work on the show. Where do I apply?
You can find a list of currently available jobs here. When we need additional help, hiring posts are also made semi-regularly on our Twitter account.
Music Releases
Interested in some of our tunes? Check out Sesamoid's latest releases!
