Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The troupe wins the CBC accelerator competition, securing initial recognition and funding.

Troupe Formation — Canadian sketch comedy troupe established in Vancouver. Location: Vancouver
ComedyCoup Victory — Won the CBC seed accelerator competition in 2014. Location: CBC Headquarters

The comedy concept is introduced through an orc protagonist navigating a D&D world.

Orthak's D&D Realm — Setting framed by an orc living in a D&D archetype world. Location: Fantasy World
HumanTown Game — Role-playing game about imaginary creatures called humans. Location: Fantasy World

The team utilizes the prize money to film and air the 30-minute special on CBC.

Funding Secured — Received production funding from the ComedyCoup prize. Location: Production Office
Special Filming — Created a 30-minute comedy special under director Vivieno Caldinelli. Location: Studio

The special airs and earns industry nominations for technical craftsmanship.

Special Filming — Created a 30-minute comedy special under director Vivieno Caldinelli. Location: Studio
CBC Broadcast — Special aired on CBC in July 2016. Location: CBC Network
Award Nominations — Received nominations for Best Photography and Best Editing. Location: Canadian Screen Awards

Story Breakdown

Troupe Background — Establishes the origin and format of the comedy group.
- Vancouver Origins — Group based in Vancouver, Canada.
- Sketch Comedy Format — Performance style centered on short comedic scenes.
ComedyCoup Win — The pivotal competition that launched their project.
- 2014 Competition — Participated in the CBC seed accelerator.
- Seed Accelerator Prize — Secured funding and industry backing.
Orthak's Frame — The narrative device framing the comedy special.
- Orc Protagonist — Character named Orthak guides the perspective.
- D&D Archetype World — Setting populated by fantasy role-playing tropes.
Game Concept — The meta-fictional element within the special.
- Imaginary Humans — Subject of the in-universe role-playing game.
- Role-Playing Mechanics — Structural rules mimicking tabletop gaming.
Production Execution — Translation of concept into a broadcast-ready special.
- $500k Funding — Financial resources allocated for production.
- 30-Minute Special — Final runtime and format of the broadcast.
Broadcast & Awards — Public release and subsequent industry acknowledgment.
- July 2016 Air Date — Official premiere on CBC Television.
- Technical Nominations — Recognition for photography and editing craftsmanship.