Battlefields of Asura
Chthonic · 2018
44 min · 12 tracks · death metal
A fierce blend of symphonic elements and aggressive metal, steeped in themes of mythology and revolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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Souls of the Revolution — This track encapsulates the album's thematic core, featuring powerful lyrics about resistance and resilience, paired with dynamic instrumentation that showcases the band's signature blend of aggression and melody.
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Flames upon the Weeping Winds — With haunting melodies intertwined with heavy riffs, this track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse beauty with brutality, while addressing deeper emotional struggles within its narrative.
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Millennia’s Faith Undone — This song stands out for its intricate arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics that explore themes of faith and disillusionment, illustrating Chthonic's commitment to storytelling through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive metal with symphonic elements, reflecting cultural themes but lacks overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with intricate guitar work and orchestral arrangements, while the second half shifts to slower tempos and more atmospheric elements.
- Several tracks feature traditional Taiwanese instruments layered within the heavy instrumentation, enhancing the cultural themes present in the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- vivid soundscapes of mythology
- relentless energy for focused listening
- immersive experience in order
- epic moments that inspire reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, single tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 10, 2018, Battlefields of Asura is Chthonic's sixth studio album and showcases their evolution as a prominent force in Asian metal. Following the critical acclaim of their previous album, Bu-Tik (2013), this release further solidifies their unique sound that incorporates traditional Taiwanese influences within heavy music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fleshgod Apocalypse· Dimmu Borgir· Septicflesh
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drawing Omnipotence Nigh 2:07
- 2 The Silent One’s Torch 4:02
- 3 Flames upon the Weeping Winds 3:10
- 4 A Crimson Sky's Command 3:31
- 5 Souls of the Revolution 4:39
- 6 Taste the Black Tears 4:49
- 7 One Thousand Eyes 5:15
- 8 Masked Faith 2:18
- 9 Carved in Bloodstone 2:57
- 10 Millennia’s Faith Undone 5:05
- 11 Autopoiesis 2:07
- 12 Takao (Live) 4:36
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