another phenomenally executed commission by the gifted and always highly appreciated artist  jadan


Once again, I'm impressed by the level of detail, the great perspective and the epicness with which Jadan takes on and implements ideas.
The fact that we both share the same taste in music and draw inspiration from it is something I appreciate every time.

This time, the song 'To Glory’ by Thomas Bergersen served as inspiration.


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Under a sky shrouded in gloomy clouds and rumbled by distant thunder, a crowd of fighters gather in the castle courtyard. The hard walls of the fortress seems to tremble under the impact of the enemies' attacks... and the smoke of the approaching fire hangs heavily in the air. Every breath is filled with fear, which echoes in the eyes of those present, who stand around the knight – their hands shaking... their eyes flickering...

But in the midst of this impending darkness, he stands tall, his armour marked by battle, his sword clutched tightly. His gaze wanders from one face to another. He sees the fear, senses the doubt, but within him, an unshakeable resolve is stirring. The moment has come. The knight takes a deep breath, and with each beat of his heart, his chest fills with courage...
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I like the epicness of the whole song, but this ascent here is my personal favourite... and from minute 3:01 the mood sets in...

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Raise your swords and fight
for honor and for right
Our ranks locked in stride
we stand side by side!

To Glory! In unity!
To Glory! Our Legacy!

As Brothers... to victory
TO GLORY! Our Destiny!
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