I recently re-listened to “Varyags of Miklagaard” by Amon Amarth and was wondering if there’s any close contender that could match their sonic nuances– coincidentally, the album I was assigned to review this time, Ordo Diabolicum by Aran Angmar, I think, passes as a close contender with vibes adjacent to “Varyags of Miklagaard” and all. Aran Angmar might not be a Viking Metal band just like what Amon Amarth is, as they primarily play Black Metal, but on my first listen, I got the impression that Ordo Diabolicum exudes that necromancer-like energy that is almost suitable as a D&D/MMORPG soundtrack– which is a fair point, considering that ancient lores and necromancy happen to be some of the recurring themes incorporated in their songwriting.

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