A Demon's Thunder (Mako's Theme from Omega Strikers)

[@FlowersgotPowers]

THIS IS WHY I HAD 30,000 MINUTES OF THIS MAN ON SPOTIFY THIS YEAR

[@x_Foxy_]

How not, like, how fucking not, just hear this, James' music is straight up insanity 🔥🎶(҂ ̀ ͜ ~́)🎶🔥

[@k1ngofsloth]

chad

[@Lengend742]

Same reaction but with my youtube recap 🤣 We're blessed to have so many good songs \o/ !

[@NightSplat]

YUHHH

[@MaikelEspinosa-ix1lq]

RAMONA PFP

[@OdysseyInteractive]

thats my spotify wrapped MVP James Landino

[@BIackHydras]

35k mins :)

[@ixekun]

I love how Mako's theme is like a melancholic DnB journey in the entire first minute, then it changes in 0:58 where it starts to transition into the drop and incorporating parts of the sister's own themesongs; where at 1:30 you can start singing Vice Versa's "And I'm not just a shadow of you I don't need to sacrifice the light in me" (How she as a Blue Oni doesn't have to change herself due to her parents views) Then at 1:42 to Thousand Absolutes "Oh I just got a feeling I'm sleeping At ten past six I'm always dreaming Believing Ideal exists" (Where she can freely spread her dreams and talents, of her being on a larger stage than at the temple, where her ideal playground would be) Then at 1:48 back to Vice Versa "and the world is waiting for me" (She is about to show the world what she can do, but more importantly the sisters are waiting for her) It's fucking genius, after having read the entire story of Mako and how emotionally grating it would be for your average person to be locked up for 5 years without friends just fulfilling your strict parents wishes, she's not just finally free. She's the literal glue that holds Demon Dais together, and she was the missing recipe for their individual successes of both their songs. She's as a support should be; uplifting each other to greater heights.

[@LoreGoshi]

It's great character design and theme design like these that make me love a game. It's sad that it's probably not going to see that much recognition

[@NoName-md6fd]

Her whole song is basically "the band is back together again" I haven't noticed the vice versa and thousand absolutes references, but truth be told it's mostly hidden in the lead guitar So for me it goes like : *mako starts the beat on drums* *mako + octavia drum n bass* *mako + vyce on lead guitar* and then finally *Vyce harmonises with Octavia* It's so beautiful

[@stovenven]

I hope to god James keeps producing for whatever Odyssey is doing next. If the music ain't like this, thats going to be an issue.

[@PlsDontReadThis123]

100% its half of the reason I come back to play. That and the game is just fun

[@kordencaden5560]

I love how @ 1:31 - 1:48 , You can hear Vyce and Octavia's motifs

[@chaomalo9445]

Oh my god the thousand absolutes and vice versa leitmotifs at the end i'm actually crying, and just like that the last character ost went out with the biggest bang of them all

[@WarLore]

sad? of course. but also perfect. ending on the highest of high notes

[@MPedro1024]

there's a reason this man was #5 on my wrapped this year he just doesn't miss (baroque banditry was my second most-listened to song all year)

[@SuperJulz7]

W song choice

[@MPedro1024]

@@SuperJulz7 for real

[@NightSplat]

Frfr he was my number 1 😭

[@slonik0002]

I love the callback to the other Demon themes!

[@phoenixflamegames1]

combining them like she brought the band back together!

[@Sirrunalot24]

The last banger for Omega Strikers, hopefully only for a while Looking forward to what's next!

[@namlethaihoang8885]

He's never miss, he's never stop, and here come the new character's theme song!!!!!!

[@aaronisolet1931]

The way you combined octavia's and vyce's theme together at the end sent chills down my spine good job Cant wait to strike to this one C:

[@suitguy969]

Alright, yeah, that makes it official. All of Demon Drive's themes are bangers. Favorite team established.

[@sirpig7141]

The final piece of Demon Drive has arrived. This roster is being finished off with quite the bang! I like how the percussionist of this band acts as the mediator between the oni twins, keeping them steady, and helping them work in time with one another much like the role of actual percussion in a true band. That's reflected in the music here as well, which ties together the focuses of each member of the trio exceptionally. It's fitting that this supportive friend has a theme that's not just her own, but a piece that unifies those she works around into a greater whole!

[@pugnaguido]

its a year later but i would lovvvvveee to see a true song with vocals and the insturmentals of all threee on stage. i would fr go to a concert to hear all three if they got a miku treatment.

[@kareemjhonson]

Even though the game is already dead, I'm glad they released the last character. Along with the final update, I'm sad that the game ends like this. but I will always like the game's songs and character design.

[@White_Ssb]

The references to Vyce's theme in 1:30 and Octavia's one in 1:40 aaaaaaaaaa. I just miss the vocals, but awesome as always

[@VeraExora]

1:32 Vyce’s Theme 1:42 Octavia’s Theme Great detail, and fits so well. Incredible Job again

[@dwalbino9504]

Its like the three of them playing it on stage, I love it❤

[@TheAfroMenace]

Sounds like something that would play in the last episode, very fitting for the final character theme 😭

[@Szergely_friend]

A bit late to be a birthday gift to this game, but since Mako's theme doesn't have lyrics like the other girls have, I figured I will give her the treatment she deserves. Behold, the lyrics to the guitar's melody: In the temple, born and raised, with rites to uphold, Bound by duty, ancient ways, traditions so old, Taiko drums and wild games, our stories unfold, Just like our childhood, when we were playing, as if it were foretold. The rebel heart within me, sought for freedom and more, Stealing sacred drums to play, we rocked to the core, Broke the rules and found ourselves, together we soar, Now with old friends, we blaze new paths, as the Demon Drive's oni crew. Through the trials we faced, In the bonds that we traced, Together we are stronger. Reach for my hand, until the end, we will push, no hesitation. This is the best, our biggest test, it's our very own foundation. Just like a Demon's Thunder, We'll make their eardrums rupture. And we'll go on, Until we've won, We will strike our way to gold! And, even if the sky falls down, We hold strong, and we will beat all of these clowns, And with dedication, no patience, we will be tense, Get through it, go for it, we shall beat them! Hear the Taiko drums roar!

[@luckiemoon_]

This song oddly uplifts me when I'm having a bad day

[@x_Foxy_]

Imma be honest, I always carry a fire extingisher with me when hearing James' songs just in case my ears casually start throwing out fire when hearing these *_FUCKING ABSOLUTE BANGERS_* 🎶🔥💀🔥🎶

[@grantattackgames2485]

BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER

[@dastevenoch8795]

The part at 0:05-0:14 goes SO HARD, I honestly wish it looped into itself once or even twice, it's just THAT good!!

[@Sharde0006]

You should listen to 6th sense by sanixels, it is really similar to this part!

[@dastevenoch8795]

@@Sharde0006 Oooh thank you for the recommendation, I loved it!

[@Nabbitman]

It was love at first sample teaser. Thank you Mr.Landino

[@MitcheeCostelo]

If this is the last song we get from James for Omega Strikers, I'm glad it got to be this one. It still has the fun energy that I love about the game, but it also has a refinement to it. All the experience gained throughout its run shows he knew what made it great, but also ready to look forward towards the future. Truly thanks for creating this homerun of a sendoff song and being a huge reason why I view Omega Strikers so fondly.

[@Tafkalan]

He doesn't miss! Those taikos! And do I hear some leit motif?? Amazing as always!

[@NintenDank]

WE MAKIN' IT OUTTA TAIKO TEMPLE WITH THIS ONE 🔥🔥🔥

[@Zach-fy1sv]

So underrated as an artist. this slaps so hard

[@mayzenharriz8083]

You were number 2 of my top 5 artists in Spotify this year. Thanks for these amazing tracks that empower my day^^❤

[@clausobv4446]

Its a crime these songs haven’t blown up. You have remarkable talent my friend. I also love how 1:43 reminds of another certain demon girl’s song

[@BlazingSpirit190]

This is so good. I saw this came out, then looked at your past stuff, and I've listened to so much of it without ever knowing it was you. Glad to have found you, look forward to hearing more of your music.

[@OmegaYurei]

It sounds like there was supposed to be lyrics but the void was filled by guitar

[@ProducerPlayer2]

Just instant banger after banger!! Honestly just honored to be alive during your lifetime to hear this _incredible_ game music 🔥🔥🔥

[@benjaminkurokawa7970]

Definitely my favorite track from the game. The general melody, the incorporation of the demon sisters' themes (and I swear there's some musical reference to 'A Thousand Miles' starting around 1:00 or so ;) lol), It all just comes together so well. Here's hoping Odyssey invites you back to work on their future projects.

[@irisblink]

HE JUST DOESNT MISS

[@Valorantplayer2727]

1:31 anyone else notice how it sounds like it plays a part from vyces theme (this is me and im not just a shadow of you) then plays part of octavias song idk the exact lyrics

[@meltatron9794]

Yeah! I noticed too! Great detail. Also octavia's lyrics are: I just got a feeling, I'm sleeping At ten past six I'm always dreaming, believing Ideal exist. Searching for meaning, I'm seeing a thousand absolutes unfolding.

[@GlitchedGrae]

Another track made, another amazing piece of music made. Keep up the great work James Landino!

[@xraenon1664]

I just now found out that the man behind one of the best OST’s I’ve heard is also a Splatoon fan. The fact that I had to go out of my way looking for Strikers music to find this channel is a complete failure on the recommendation algorithm’s part

[@m1chael_dev]

You are number 1 of my favourite artists this year. Its truly been a pleasure listening to the stuff you make :D

[@takibread8915]

man i already love this theme and i just wish there could be a version with lyrics like vyce's and octavia's to match more with the trio

[@shellman1yt816]

A Demon’s Thunder is epic awesome

[@enzoerfe8429]

BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER

[@TheNameUse]

OKAYYY LET'S GO GAMER! This is my favourite so far!

[@yummystew2]

I just realized, not only does theme use the Oni Sisters' leitmotifs, its also played with their preferred instruments (DnB for Octavia, Electric Guitar for Vyce)

[@InfinityDragon01]

Not even a doubt, I knew it would be a banger.

[@arthurthebootleg6318]

Another James Landino banger.

[@ejay3k]

James didn't miss once with Omega Strikers

[@pvzgamer9517]

This is probably the best banger in the game for me!

[@fdstproductions6924]

This is probably one of the best themes in the game. Absolute HEAT!

[@Isigia_Official]

I’m about to play Omega Strikers for the music alone, holy shit

[@BasementMinions]

Bringing tears to my eyes. Your work helped to elevate an already elevated game ♡

[@Lengend742]

Amazing song for the final character of the game ! I hope you'll be the one making the music for the next Odyssey game ! But in anycase I will still be vibing to your work since it's always crazy good \o/ !

[@N0T3L0D1R3]

I'm not the only crazy person who plays the first 5 seconds like he's sick:? 0:00

[@konzbruh]

Came across this when Spotify plays music that is not on my list and find this gem sometimes i love Spotify and despise it

[@Tarmanin]

the last banger from collection of bangers D:

[@SK.2388]

The leitmotifs from the sisters themes rules so hard

[@Master_Matoya]

Damn sukeban is peak character design

[@Bats321]

She will become one of my mains

[@daSora_1]

Makes me sad that this is the last theme for omega strikers. Hopefully everyone that made themes for omega get hired for their next project cuz all the themes are certified bangers.

[@kidwithasquid3577]

The Beat do be Bumping with this one!

[@RykoVerse2020]

Ok So Sonic + Naruto + Vyce + Octavia= Mako Good job with the references James. 😆👍

[@solarking6464]

Helluva bop! Great work!

[@c-aurelis]

Snow Halation @0:56 :gawking_juno:

[@azuredragon8388]

It's a combination of Vyse's rock, Octavia's EDM, and Mako's taiko?! Hell yeah!

[@Siinory]

DON KA DON DON KA DON KA KA DON TO THEIR GOAL BABY!!!! I HEARD OCTAVIA'S THEME IN IT!!!

[@SuperJulz7]

WHY ARE MY LEGS FLOATING OFF THE GROUND?!?!?!

[@bombyte_]

thanks for the amazing ost james!

[@gagosenpai5741]

another certified James Landino banger 🔥

[@doodoo4956]

IT HAS SOME OF VYCE'S AND OCTAVIA'S THEME'S IN IT AND HOLY IS IT GOOD

[@sylvan-projectxorven-8210]

Giving me Tekken vibes, a masterclass song that rivals Kazan's theme

[@LennoxRoberts-l3t]

MY NUMBER ONE FAV STRICKER

[@tokenfinnishguy8714]

As a member of the Wizard work safety bureau, wielding flame incantations on this high of a level should be illegal.

[@galveotr791]

Thanks for yet another hit landino

[@Russkove]

You did good James

[@defaultdance4727]

A character named Mako... who wears a sailor uniform... and wields a bat. Hm...

[@jonathanzavala6458]

I see lots of people saying how this is why James Landino were on their top artist and honestly he was mine too! But it was mainly for the NSR soundtrack! You guys should take a listen to that game too! James is a big part of it but so is my boy Funk Fiction! Show'em some love!

[@gab13muerte72]

The legend cooked again , for the last time on this game 😢👏👏👏

[@dragonluis6440]

Only i said.. thanks for all songs James

[@phoenixflamegames1]

What a sick beat! Really makes me want to slam on some drums!

[@unlimitedarcher5139]

HE JUST DONT MISS AHHHHHHHHHH 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@phoenxflyr]

one of my favorites!

[@Zerobasssoul]

"Wanna see how many beats I can make with two bats?"

[@Pyro_Vortex]

JAMES YOU HAVE TO STOP. YOU'RE COOKING TOO MUCH. THE KITCHEN IS ON FIRE.

[@khongbiettuc7445]

I'm happy and sad at the same time. Song is a banger but it's probably the last song coming out in the Omegas Strikers universe.

[@shanghigh20]

Mako? a striker we are never going to get?

[@kenshiyonezu3865]

너무 좋은 기타 🎸 ❤

[@charlesbrioche6745]

Another banger and another baddie *Nice*

[@DrTreason]

Thank you James... Very Cool

[@Snulge]

Always always always a banger!

[@friskydrinklunkybank1108]

Another amazing theme

[@cryptidpog]

1:53 man, if only the last part had another 8 bar repetition it would have been perfect for me

[@AnnikiVee]

ANOTHER BANGER YOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@paperverp]

THIS IS A HOMERUN!!!

[@pedronobrega4254]

É incrível como se nota a mistura dos beats da Octavia e a guitarra da Vyce tocando ao mesmo tempo como se as duas tivessem compondo a música

[@fehloboo]

amazing

[@Red_Vapor]

I play omega strikers for the james landino part

[@kliveran]

🔊🔊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@CommDao]

Koei Tecmo need you on the next Dynasty Warriors

[@a3ther833]

mfw methods of madness is my top listened song