AMA Yasemin Arslan aka Lilith from Borderlands 2

She isn't the god damn voice actor. God damn.

THANK YOU!

Are you enjoying the creepy PMs that I'm sure you are getting by now?

It's been incredibly arousing.....

From everyone at /r/Borderlands, thank you for doing this AMA!

1. You're magnificent as Lilith (not a question)
2. How does it feel to be such an iconic game character with so many fans?
3. Have you gotten any other work because of BL2?

1. Thanks heaps . :)
2. It's wonderful!!
3. Not as of yet. Open to anything except prostitution.

I thought you said nothing but prostitution ಠ_ಠ

Had to re-read.

LOL

Would you rather fight 1 horse sized skag or 100 skag sized diamond ponies?

I'd rather fight a horse sized skag, diamonds are tough as shit. No thanks.

How does it feel to be one of the hottest characters in a video game ever.

THIS IS AMAZING

What is your opinion on the game Borderlands, and BL2? Do you play them often? If you do, do you play with yourself?

I loved Borderlands 1 but the sequel really takes it to another level.

My partner and his friend built me a beast of a computer so I've really had the chance to experience it properly.

I used to play with myself but they don't allow it this time.

What was like working with gearbox on Borderlands 2 cheers.

Two words. Fucking awesome.

How did you become involved with Borderlands?

A friend overseas sent a link my way about the online casting call for Lilith. I had serious doubts but I decided to send in my portfolio. Within a couple of days I got a Skype call from Randy Pitchford and his wife Kristy. A week later I was shipped over and the rest is history :)

What's it like knowing that you are now part of a great game? I've always wanted to know how it feels to be starring in a major game like this!

It's quite overwhelming but I'm really enjoying the moment.

What is your preferred class in BL1 and BL2?

Siren in Borderlands 1 and Assassin in Borderlands 2. They're quite similar in a way.

How do you have the energy to do an AMA now after 2 days at the Expo?! I'm absolutely wrecked from working there 2 days straight.

I'm struggling at the moment, about to crash. LOL :)

You met my friend today. You asked to do a photoshoot with her.

Just though id say, nice work, and what do you think of people doing cosplay to that level

I really like cosplayers to push themselves, it's great to see some good quality work out there.

Are you Turkish?

Half caste.

IF YOU ARE ALLOWED TO SAY, WILL YOU BE IN ANY DLC?

shhh

Are you the same voice actress from the first Borderlands?

Who is cooler, Lilith or the new siren, Maya?

I'm just the face :)

Definitely Lilith because the bitch can teleport cities.

How much input did you provide for the game? As in, did you do any motion capture, or just provide the basis for Lilith? Also, did the guys at Gearbox and 2K use any of your idea and change Lilith around from their original design?

I provided my face :)

Gearbox does have a motion capture room on site but I couldn't join in the fun. They changed Lilith's hair a little bit to suit mine slightly. But aside from that there wasn't much changed.

Tell me honestly that you were satisfied with the last line of Borderlands 2.

The last boss is kicking my ass so I actually haven't had the chance to see the ending as of yet.

NO SPOILERS :(

What's your favourite game?

How was it to work with such awesome developers?

Cheers from a fellow Sydneyer!

Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee started it all but my current favourite game is Deus EX: HR.

Working with Gearbox was like a dream come true.

Thank you for doing this AMA, big fan! What is the whole face-capture process like? As in, how does it work your end?

Pretty much just standing in front of a camera and looking angry

How'd you feel about Lilith's whole relationship with Roland in Borderlands 2? There are a couple of ECHO recordings in game where she acts super awkward around him, which seemed a little weird considering how confidently badass she was during the first game. Aside from that, Anthony Burch did an amazing job writing Borderlands 2 and it's a hugely fun game overall. Congratulations on your role and stuff.

Everyone has their soft side. Even a stubborn bitch like Lilith can have a soft gooey inside.

Did you catch the facebook-esque computer screen in the room where you find lillith? It's hillarious, I didn't see it until PT2 EDIT: Here's a picture of it.

Yeah, saw that a while ago. It was only then when I realised that I had dated Roland.... Crrrreeeeeppppyyyyy.

Are there plans for a Borderlands 3 yet?

shhh

Have you posted on reddit before in a non famous capacity? I've seen Adam Savage, Brent Spiner and others all be ignored because posters didn't know who they are.

This is my first time.

Would you like to do further work in video games?

Absolutely!

Are you single?

As in single player?

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Yeeeaaahh. I like sweaty men.

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I draw Adam Jensen naked, does that count?

On the title screen, Lilith has a very long neck, like a giraffe. Is this modeled from yours?

Fortunately not. LOL

What is your favorite line from Lilith in borderlands 1 or 2

LETS GET SOME WHEELS

THIS IS AMAZING

SUP

Currently in the middle of a play through myself and I wonder:

Just what do you think of Lillith's part in the story and if you are satisfied with the way the character come out?

Her balls have dropped. It's awesome :)

How often do you get recognised in public?/ Any funny stories of people recognising you?? Thanks!

I've had a lot of attention lately. Largely positive.

A lot of people squint and ask "Is that really her?".. when they realise it's me they flip out :)

Is your hair naturally that straight? If not how do you style it?

My hair is wavy as shit. I straighten it religiously.

She looks damn good when it's wavy too though https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/527166_440091666034018_1319748048_n.jpg

Oh, I used a wave iron there! Normally it just looks like I got trampled by a horse lol

Were you offered the option of being Lilith's voice also?

Also, thank you for the AMA!

With my bogan Australian accent, NOPE

If you were given the option to cosplay anything other than a human, even something like a refrigerator, what would you choose? xD

Thanks for doing an AMA!

Ice cream and tea.

Wow, hi! First let me say that my daughter's name is Lilith, which is basically the reason that I started playing BL at all. n_n

Okay, I saw your past that said you're playing but haven't finished yet, so which character are you using? And if you could have Lilith be a different class, which would you choose for her? I personally think a berserker Lilith would be officially badass!!!

Bonus question--what's your favorite gun type?

I'm playing on Zer0 at the moment. I'd personally put her as an elemental sniper class since I love sniping.

My favourite gun type is obviously the sniper rifle but I also love dealing melee damage.

What's you favorite line from the game, that has either made you laugh out loud, or given you the chills because it was so badass?

*p.s. Huge fan!

WATCHU WANT

I love that every time someone asks this your answer is different.

LOVE ALL THE WORDS

Did you play or know about Borderlands before you were approached with the job?

I knew about Borderlands since all of my friends were playing it but I coincidentally started playing it days before the casting call.

What's your favorite game besides Borderlands of course

Deus Ex, Gears of War, Halo, Tekken series, Mass Effect.. etc.

Your name is turkish, so do you speak some turkish?

None at all

I know that this is off topic from Borderlands but, how's it like in Austrilia? I also thank you for replying late to our questions.

It's flat. It's boring mate.

Did you get to work with the other actors?

I got to work with Brittani Johnson (The Guardian Angel) and we're pretty much bonafide BFFs now.

Also if you're not aware Randy Pitchford does the voice of Crazy Earl and lots of other Gearbox staff got involved with the voice acting.

How do you feel about the recent discussion on how women gamers are treated in the community?

Lousy and medieval.

How have friends and family reacted when you show them your digital form?

My family hasn't seen me in-game. But my friends think it's awesome!

What was your favourite part with working with Gearbox?

Gearbox invited me into their family, that was my favourite part.

I just want to say I read your name as "Arse-lan" and laughed. I'm sorry.

I make fun of myself. It's okay :)

Do you only play as Lilith in Borderlands?

Yes.

I don't have any questions, but I'd just like to say I love what you do!

Why thank you good sir

Were you as disappointed as I when there were no in-game scenes for Butt Stallion? :(

I wanted to see the pony :(

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If you sift through my Facebook fanpage you'll find a video of me!

Did they give you free copy of the game? :)

Yes. (Thanks Kristy)

I hear you like pugs, how would you rate Machete Eddie on a scale of 1-10!? http://imgur.com/a/V9Dio

URVHRIVHRICHEKIVHRUNCKNSKNKAXNIRNVIWNKCNINIRNWNIRVNEIIIV.

I want him. Now.

Can you tell us something about Lilith that never ended up being in the game? Lines or plot that was cut out, background, etc.

All is pretty much revealed.

What was the whole process like?

In general it was all very rushed and overwhelming.

Any tip for Bathurst tomorrow?

Don't crash.

How do you stay focused for long sessions in the studio?

It was 2 hours. But tea and sugar helped.

Have you and the voice actor for Lilith ever met in person?

Unfortunately not. I would love to meet her!