compiled by, sleeve notes Chris Mullen

Originally released digitally on January 22, 2012 at Heavy Metal Mix Tape blog.

This release has different artwork and four tracks less than the original mix tape. Missing tracks are:

Candlemass - Demon of the Deep
Uriah Heep - The Wizard
Gotham City - Black Writs
Brocas Helm - Prepare For Battle

I had a story thread here when i originally threw this mix together around the turn of the new year (2012). We start in the cave, a snow giant approaches a demon, and we see the demon and its children. We then jump to the wizard, one of the hero’s of the tale. We then turn to the Warlock, one of the tales darker elements. The Warlock turns to the dark arts and uses his power to break open the deep earth, releasing the sleeping Dragon. The kingdom faces the newly risen evil by preparing for war. The hunt is on for the swords of the past and the “blades of steel” take to the field. The war begins as “dragons and warriors” draw the others blood. A showdown takes place between the “Paladin” and the “Berserker.” The Wizard and the Warlock clash as “white” and “black” magic struggle for ascendency. The hordes of the beast begin to turn the tide towards their favor during their “Merciless Onslaught.” But, the wizard casts “the spell” and summons the “return of the legend” who ends the war. The aftermath is described with the “crown and the ring.”