What makes Impaler's Wolves by Graveland notable?

The album is notable for its ambitious blend of orchestral elements with traditional black metal, a sound that influenced later symphonic black metal bands. It received positive reception within underground circles, contributing to Graveland's reputation as a key player in the Polish black metal movement during the late '90s. When 'Impaler's Wolves' was released in 1999, Graveland was solidifying its presence in the black metal scene after their critically acclaimed album 'Following the Voice of Blood.' This record marked a significant moment for the band as they began to expand their thematic scope into historical and mythological narratives, setting themselves apart from their contemporaries.