'FALLOUT: LANIUS' Announced

[King of Creation]

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<p>Duck and Cover is pleased to present a new high production value <em>Fallout</em> fan film called <em><strong>FALLOUT: LANIUS</strong></em>. As the title suggests, the film will follow the story of Legate Lanius from <em>Fallout: New Vegas</em>. The production has recruited the voice of the original Legate Lanius, <strong>Mitch Lewis</strong>, to reprise his role. The film is being directed by Australian indie director <strong>Wade K. Savag</strong>e. Here is the press release:</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><em>&ldquo;FALLOUT&rdquo; FAN FILM &ldquo;FALLOUT: LANIUS&rdquo; IN DEVELOPMENT</em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Original Voice Actor Mitch Lewis attached</em></p>
<p><em><img style="float: left;" src="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius%20Logo.png" alt="" width="200" />Perth, Western Australia- (April 2, 2012) Australian Filmmaker Wade K. Savage is happy to announce that he is now in development of a high production value Fallout Fan Film, "FALLOUT: LANIUS". "FALLOUT: LANIUS" will be a Fan Made, not for profit, short film based on the "Fallout" series of video games by Black Isle Studios, Obsidian Entertainment, and Bethesda Softworks.</em></p>
<p><em>The film will bring together a host of upcoming talented filmmakers to produce a cinematic Fan Based "Fallout" experience.</em></p>
<p><em>The team is also happy to announce original voice actor Mitch Lewis, will reprise his role of "Legate Lanius" for the short.</em></p>
<p><em>The film is a blood soaked high concept action epic, which will explore the origin story of the primary antagonist "Legate Lanius" from the 2010 video game "Fallout: New Vegas". Graphic design will be provided by graphic designer Jeffrey Phillips (www.jeffreyphillips.com.au), whilst concept art and design will be by Simon Boxer (www.simonboxer.com).</em></p>
<p><em>A crowd-sourcing funding campaign is expected to take place mid-year.</em></p>
<p><em>STORY SUMMARY</em></p>
<p><em>On the brink of ruin, the Hidebark people are about to be wiped out by the slaving organization, Caesar's Legion. However, their most ruthless warrior would prefer death to dishonour. "FALLOUT: LANIUS" will recount how a single man brings ruin to his people due to his lust for bloodshed and victory.</em></p>
<p><em>ABOUT THE TEAM</em></p>
<p><em>Wade K. Savage is an award winning theatre and film director. His short films have shown globally. His most recent short film "Hunt" (2011) screened at the Bram Stoker International Film Festival. His 2010 short "The Dead Wastes" won the Night of Horror International Film Festival's coveted 'Independent Spirit' award. This is the filmmakers' first Fan Film.</em></p>
<p><em>Mitch Lewis is a Hollywood based Voice Actor with experience in narration and voice work for both video games and film. His credits include Guild Wars 2, Fallout: New Vegas, Thor: God of Thunder and The Incredible Hulk amongst others.</em></p>
<p><em>Jeffrey Phillips is an Australian illustrator and designer. His portfolio includes a multitude of clients in all industries and sectors.</em></p>
<p><em>Simon Boxer is a Melbourne based concept artist and game developer. He works in film, TV and video game sectors internationally.</em></p>
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<p>And some concept art to whet your appetite:</p>
<p><a href="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%202.jpg"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%202.jpg"><img src="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%202.jpg" alt="" width="400" /></a></p>
<p><a href="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%201.jpg"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%201.jpg"><img src="../../Lanius/Fallout%20Lanius_Concept%20Art%201.jpg" alt="" width="200" /></a></p>

[Stainless]

wasn't Caeser the primary antogonist?

[Blargh]

Surely you meant the Cazador ?

[WadeKSavage]

@Stainless I'd say so. But Lanius has a more contained and interesting origin story. That, and he's a little more interesting than Caesar, I think.

@Blargh Dude, don't even start me on the Cazadors! FUUUUU-

[Manoil]

Did you know that tarantula hwwaks are one fo the feaw species taht acutally get drnk in nature bey drinking fermanted fruit??

Fawwwka

[WadeKSavage]

I thought that was Moose? Mooses? But do tell, you've got my interest now.

[SenisterDenister]

For some reason right now I'm assuming that its going to be an animated film.

I'm probably way off.

[WadeKSavage]

For some reason right now I'm assuming that its going to be an animated film.

I'm probably way off.

All live action, actually. We'll be recording the voice work for Lanius in LA and then having a performer mime the dialogue on location down here in Australia.

[SenisterDenister]

So you're pulling a Darth Vader then? Sounds pretty cool.

[WadeKSavage]

Yeah, basically. The tricky part will be doing the stuff when Lanius was a tribal (as He wont be wearing a helmet). It'll be like doing a reverse spaghetti Western.

[Mad Max RW]

For some reason right now I'm assuming that its going to be an animated film.

I'm probably way off.

That's what I thought, too. Now I'm disappointed because an animated (NOT ANIME) Fallout short would be awesome.

[WadeKSavage]

For some reason right now I'm assuming that its going to be an animated film.

I'm probably way off.

That's what I thought, too. Now I'm disappointed because an animated (NOT ANIME) Fallout short would be awesome.

A western animated film would be pretty rad. But, I'm a live action guy, so no dice I'm afraid.

Also, looks like MCA has put out the word on Twitter/ Facebook

[Megatron]

my lust for victory will never be squashed by indulgement. i like that you went to the effort of hiring the original voice actor for the role or id have been outraged.

[WadeKSavage]

my lust for victory will never be squashed by indulgement. i like that you went to the effort of hiring the original voice actor for the role or id have been outraged.

It was pretty important early on that I try and get Mitch Lewis involved. It took a bit of work, but we got there. In the game, Lanius is really two things: the cool armor and that excellent voice. Our plan is to bring both to life. Evidently, he's a bunch of other things but you get the idea.

[Megatron]

i havent played fallout new vegas could you explain to me what lanius does in order to get pumped up for the film? #lanius

is there mutants in the film? #lanius

[WadeKSavage]

No Mutants in this film, it's all people. And it's all kind of removed from the usual Fallout Tropes. For some info on Lanius, check out the wiki.

We'll be covering his origin story in the film.

http://fallout.wikia.com/wiki/Lanius

From the notes I got from Obsidian, he's basically a force of nature. I want to explore the story of how he came to serve Caesar.

[WadeKSavage]

Hey Guys, just an update regarding funding: Thanks for Posting the news, King.

We raised $1000 in our first day and we've been getting heaps of really positive press. Hell, even MCA pledged us some money - so there's that. I know the hardcore Fallout community sometimes get a hard time, but this is a great opportunity to get behind something really special.

Just spreading the word is enough, and if you like the look of what we are doing it would mean a whole lot.

To learn more about the campaign, hit the link:
http://www.indiegogo.com/FalloutLaniusFanFilm

Feel free to shoot me a PM if you have any questions or feedback. In the end, this is all about the Fans. Your help is really appreciated.