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A Reddit user has sparked a discussion while seeking a free text-to-speech (TTS) solution capable of generating AI-powered character voices. The user is aiming for a tool comparable to those utilized on character.ai, with a specific interest in replicating the voice of Katsuki Bakugou from the popular anime series, My Hero Academia. The original request for recommendations can be found on the r/artificial subreddit, highlighting the growing demand for accessible and customizable AI voice technology.