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Dungeons & Dragons

Midnight Syndicate · 2003

65 min · 24 tracks · classical · electronic · gothic rock

A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and ambient soundscapes that evoke adventure and mystery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey through varied pacing
  • immersive soundscapes for tabletop games
  • evocative themes of adventure and
  • background ambiance for creative storytelling
  • wave-like flow for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2003, Midnight Syndicate was solidifying their niche in the dark ambient genre with 'Dungeons & Dragons', their fifth studio album. This release came shortly after their previous album, 'The 13th Hour', which had begun to establish a dedicated fanbase among role-playing game enthusiasts and horror aficionados alike.
Stylistic neighbors
Nox Arcana· Lustmord· Dead Can Dance

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Prelude 2:14
  • 2 Troubled Times 4:37
  • 3 Ride to Destiny 4:11
  • 4 The Fens of Sargath 1:30
  • 5 Descent Into the Depths 3:27
  • 6 Stealth and Cunning 1:16
  • 7 Behind Door #1 0:37
  • 8 Skirmish 4:30
  • 9 Eternal Mystery 3:55
  • 10 Heroes’ Valor 3:09
  • 11 Relic Uncovered 1:47
  • 12 Deep Trouble 1:48
  • 13 Chant 0:11
  • 14 Craft of the Wizard 3:23
  • 15 Beasts of the Borderlands 2:57
  • 16 Secret Chamber 2:04
  • 17 Lair of the Great Wyrm 3:29
  • 18 Ancient Temple 2:43
  • 19 How Strange… 1:43
  • 20 Army of the Dead 4:08
  • 21 Final Confrontation 4:47
  • 22 Ruins of Bone Hill 2:23
  • 23 City of Sails 3:31
  • 24 BOTCH!!! 0:36

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