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Elfiiskaya rukopis

Epidemia · 2004

64 min · 12 tracks · power metal

Epic melodies intertwine with intricate arrangements, creating a fantastical soundscape that evokes battles and mythical tales.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Рождённый для битвы — This track encapsulates the album's epic themes, featuring powerful vocals and a driving rhythm that embody the spirit of battle.
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    Кровь эльфов — A standout for its lyrical depth, this song weaves a narrative rich with fantasy elements, showcasing the band's storytelling prowess.
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    На пороге ада — This track combines haunting melodies with intense instrumentation, illustrating the darker themes present throughout the album.
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    Эпилог — Serving as the climax of the album, this concluding piece ties together thematic elements while delivering an emotionally charged finale.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic narratives of fantasy battles
  • soaring vocals for grand moments
  • immersive storytelling through music
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • heroic themes for motivation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek subtle, understated soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, Elfiiskaya rukopis marked Epidemia's third studio album, solidifying their position within the Russian power metal scene. This album followed their earlier work and showcased their evolving sound, characterized by grand orchestration and thematic depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Rhapsody of Fire· Kamelot· Blind Guardian

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Золотые драконы 1:35
  • 2 Час испытания 4:53
  • 3 Рождённый для битвы 6:12
  • 4 Пройди свой путь 5:17
  • 5 Кровь эльфов 9:49
  • 6 На пороге ада 6:29
  • 7 Вечный воитель 4:59
  • 8 Романс о слезе 6:29
  • 9 Магия и меч 5:43
  • 10 Осколки прошлого 4:21
  • 11 Эпилог 3:49
  • 12 Всадник из льда 5:12

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