Final Fantasy XV - Hellfire | Reacting To Video Game Music!

[@JJMomoida]

"This feels like... perseverance." That was exactly my thought when I played the game and that bit of the music came on. It definitely has a "the tide has turned on your favor" feeling to it.

[@ragfarok]

7:16 The final fantasy prelude theme in there was just the icing on the cake. The feels can't be described. It's emotional, it's unexpected and it's damn beautifulL I can't even say if this falls under fan-service category as it just belongs so well to the song. What a piece.

[@draiad645]

Hellfire is one of my absolute favorite Final Fantasy tracks to date. The transition from intense to where you realize you're winning and then that little bit of piano when Shiva shows up hits me every time. People can say what they want about FFXV but the music is top tier. The final fantasy games recycle characters/concepts so you'll see them or hear their names in a lot of final fantasy titles.

[@atoli16]

I remember the kiss she gave him.

[@draiad645]

@@atoli16 Yess! And the piano works so perfectly too to reflect the ice she brings.

[@Dorgrin]

Shiva’s appearance was beautifully done.

[@Vayne_Solidor]

@@draiad645 Awesome music, great game.

[@i-papiseacucumberi-3278]

This, Est Is Foron! (The kings of Yore), and Apocalypsis Magnatus (Ardyn) are so good

[@krekkaking]

Well flames are literally encircling the arena and just blasting everywhere

[@JessesAuditorium]

so anyways, I just started blasting

[@evar.7093]

This is why I say that Yoko Shimomura is one of the best composers in the business. There are so many little details in Hellfire that fit this boss battle and story so well. Makes me wish that I still played in an orchestra. I tend to play XV about once a year and I always drag this battle out for the music. I love how dark it is and how helpless it makes the fight feel during the first third. And I love the resolve into the third section where the tide starts to turn in the fight. Then with the piano at the end and Shiva comes in and essentially kills her husband because it's the only way, it's so bittersweet and I just love EVERYTHING about this piece. It's so fitting for the second to last boss battle and it just adds this weight to everything. Hellfire is also the reason why I destroyed a soundbar because I turned everything up so loud that it just died halfway through the next bit of the game. Though in the soundbar's defense it was old. But yes! I love how Shimomura uses leitmotifs! And XV is such an excellent example of it. The whole soundtrack is just littered with leitmotifs, and the more you listen to it the more depth you discover. I'm really excited for when I put in my next two requests because they'll also be pieces from XV and tie directly into one another. I hope you'll like them as much as you liked this piece! Also, fun fact! The logo art work that's displayed is just half of it! When you finish the game, the rest of it is revealed. It's also probably one of my favorite pieces of Yoshitaka Amano (the artist responsible for all the Final Fantasy logo art and he was also a character designer for the first six games!)

[@Nexdex]

Just pointing out that this is a Yoshitaka Suzuki track :)

[@LightKeyDarkBlade]

^ Not trying to bring down Shimomura but I want to give the credit where it's due. Yoshitaka Suzuki made this arrangement along with some others in FFXV. But you're absolutely right that Shimomura's leitmotifs are used here; used perfectly too.

[@nachot6592]

This battle has three fases. You can clearly listen when these are triggered. I love the last strings. It is a beautiful way to end the track.

[@genjixi7589]

Geeze still can't believe how amazing the soundtrack for FFXV was

[@xx_gotyopringles2163]

Is*

[@revol113]

That prelude motif coming in at the end, just beautiful to hear it arranged that way. What a song!

[@atoli16]

I remember that whole battle with the music. That bit at the end that sounds alittle sad, was for shiva biding ifrit goodbye.

[@Etherwinter]

Hellfire is probably one of my favourite songs in my favourite moments in this game. It's PEAK and plays through a three-phase battle nearing the end of the game. The protagonists face Ifrit, the Infernian. The God of Fire. The first phase is with him on his throne, everything around you being razed with hellfire. I think the second phase starts at 3:19, where he is forced to step off his throne and begin the fight in earnest. A giant comprised of fire, wielding a gigantic blazing sword. And the final phase is at 5:10, where his flames begin to burn the hottest. The party is battered and burnt, but Ifrit is on his last legs and he's going out with a bang. When the protagonists bring him to his knees, his flames douse. And Shiva, the Glacian, steps in at 6:43 to give the raging Infernian his final rest.

[@vatonage1599]

I never noticed it before but after watching your reaction, Hellfire does have a very good progression from desperately fighting the horned, towering god of fire in the beginning, to triumph as you begin to win and the third phase plays, then ending with a bit of a sad reprise as Shiva destroys her corrupted lover.

[@i-papiseacucumberi-3278]

This piece really conveys those insurmountable odds you've gotta face against Ifrit and the hype of actually pulling through

[@seboulol]

Certainly one of the best FFXV's music and FFXV's ost is pretty massive!

[@supersai4198]

Ifrit just sitting there nonchalantly whilst literally making toast of you and your whole squad. Great fight. And then he gets up! And the fight still doesn't truly begin because 2 insane summons then arrive to lend their hand. Amazing sequence of events and the music matches the scenes. You really need to watch the Boss Fight in action because the music alone doesn't do it justice!

[@angel__king]

Out of the frying pan dot dot dot? We need to put this thing out! Also one of my fav pieces in 15 has got to be the theme for Galdin Quay. It’s this funky beach tune it’s so relaxing Edit: SURF-ROCK that’s the word I was trying to think of lol

[@tafazula8979]

You are listening to a lot of my personal favorites here and as much as this game deserved more it still shines bright in the musical department but especially in this dynamic piece here. Cant wait to see how you feel about it

[@manon9841]

Thank you for reacting to Hellfire ! I knew it was coming, but still :D It's one of my favorite song from FFXV, and seeing your reaction is making me reconsider what I should request next on patreon :p But for real though, I wouldn't want to spoil anyone by going into too much details, but you were more or less spot on with the feel of the song throughout. From a fierce battle, to triumph, to sadness and peace. What brings you to this fight and what is after is quite an emotional journey (that, in form of a song, is more or less what Somnus makes you feel) but this is a bit of story on it's own. I don't know if my rambling made any sense, but if you read this Jesse, please play the game one day ! I said it on your Somnus reaction, but if the OST makes you feel like that, you'll most likely love it :) And if we have to request every single track so that you can't get any more requests, then we know what we have to do :p

[@jennifermckay5585]

That little piano bit at 7:30 is a part of the Final Fantasy theme

[@RekiWylls]

The context for this song is pretty intense (incoming spoilers). The main character, Noctis, has just returned from a 10-year absence, wherein his three companions have stuck out protecting a dwindling population in a world of darkness and overwhelming demons. When he returns, Noctis and his friends return to the ruins of the kingdom's capital city they grew up in (of which Noctis was prince) in order for Noctis to complete a suicide ritual in order to banish the darkness forever. This track plays when they face the penultimate boss at the gates of the castle, Ifrit, in order to gain access to the throne room. Mind you, Ifrit is *extremely* Lucifer-coded in this game, unlike some of his other FF renditions, hence the track name and the feelings of hell and demons conjured by the music. The final part of the track plays when the battle is won, and Noctis summons Shiva, Ifrit's long-lost lover, to deliver a literal kiss of death and open the way for Noctis to do what he has to do. Personally, my favorite part of the song is the second phase (the part you described as feeling like perseverance); playing the game and only being able to half-listen to it, it sounded kind of swashbuckler-y--like I was sailing through a storm and fighting against impossible tides. During the first phase of the fight, Ifrit's sitting on a throne of flames and swatting you away as if you are just an annoyance to him. The fight takes a turn when you summon Bahamut, the god of blades, to force Ifrit into actual combat, and that's when the music shifts.

[@KrazedHeroYT]

Ifrit's story in the background of the XV universe is a tragedy. He was the one who was friendliest to humanity at first and (Episode Ardyn spoilers) Ardyn falls to the darkness and later corrupts him

[@wwe2005]

Absolutely love FFXV and it's soundtrack is a huge reason, one of my favorite soundtracks of all times. I highly recommend Astral Chain Soundtrack!

[@JamesBadeker]

Ahhhhh man. Phew. XV changed my life in all the right ways. The XV OST is honestly my favorite soundtrack in anything. And I'm so so sooo glad you're reacting to this! Just found your channel and subbing instantly! Please check out Veiled in Black or Omnis Lacrima! So so so good. Keep up the great work!

[@Argetbrisingr101]

Its pretty looked down upon, but FFXV is still my favorite game, theres just something about the characters and emotions to me that pull me in in a way that most other games dont. Really hope to see you do a vid for Valse di Fantastica soon, its a classic from XV.

[@JessesAuditorium]

If you like it, that's all that matters.

[@seekittycat]

This is such an amazing Christmas gift ☺️ thank you dude 💓

[@timothyharwood1941]

Thank you for your videos. This song is an immense experience and I enjoyed being able to share it with you

[@icefiredragon94]

Man everytime i hear the 4th movement i always wanna cry. The scene of Shiva putting Ifrit to rest is so sweet

[@zeuriekerjoseph]

Yesss been waiting for this one! It’s amazing! Perhaps Omnis Lacrima next for epic OST from FFXV? At 4:47 I wonder if you can hear the Sephiroth theme there lolll and maybe in your spare time, you can listen to this track again with the gameplay visual. It gives more impact I think.

[@bourbon6625]

this music is in my top 10 music of all time

[@eternalmana7956]

Think theres a caius ballad complete theme comp on youtube somewhere. from ff xiii trilogy. really good.

[@ErickGonzalesF]

Yes, the hearth of Chaos collection he should react to that!

[@Pahtwo]

Hey Jesse! Noticed people have just been requesting battle music for FFXV, but that really doesn't represent the beauty of the game enough! There's so much more to the game than battle music :) You def have to check out the track named Somnus and while you are at it, there's also Valse di Fantastica, the Waltz song everybody that played ff15 will recognize immediatly!

[@JessesAuditorium]

I did Somnus not too long ago :)

[@demis3270]

It tells what's happening on the battlefield: at the start it's hopeless, they can't see how they can overcome this; at 3:20 there's a spark of hope, maybe they can do it; at 5:10 it's clear they are going to win the fight; at 6:43 they have won, Shiva's here, hell is frozen.

[@riikka9842]

I wish I could see the reaction to the visuals at the transition to the end too. lol

[@ChloeEleanor]

The "resolve" you spoke about is literally what happens. It's a 2 phase boss, and the resolution in the soundtrack is supposed to give you a sense of accomplishment. When that resolve comes in, it's phase 2, but now it's more heroic and leans more towards hero than villain. Now you found a weakness in the enemy. ❤❤

[@tafazula8979]

This whole thing is powerful. I had several reactions throughout all phases of this thing. But when I heard the choir at 6:29 first time I fought this battle I was like..."oh....my....god." And that's a lot to feel while getting your ass whipped in game 😂. Great video. Finally got around to seeing it your reaction was great. It's a lot to feel.

[@Neone4000]

This song always gives me chills. You were right about "ascension" and "perseverance". That part of the song is when the battle turns in the heros' favor.

[@ItsSauIGoodman]

The Suzuki tracks in this game are always amazing, especially on a 75" tv with surround sound at 4am

[@d1stant590]

For another amazing FFXV song, Ardyn DLC Somnus Boss Fight Theme is amazing

[@andresashura5550]

Is impressive how he manage to describe the exact moment of the game only with the soundtrack, this is talent

[@Dorgrin]

I remember intentionally prolonging the fight to listen to the music. Divinity incarnate.

[@arthitjuyaso704]

Funny you should use the word 'hate'. Ifrit The Infernian (the boss you're fighting) is a god of fire that brought his flame to humankind out of kindness, but then felt betrayed by man's hubris, so he wanted to punish them, but was stopped (by men and other gods) and put to sleep. When he woke he was infected by a plague and controlled, again, by a man (well Ardyn was sort of a demigod but for all intents and purposes he was still a man). You could feel his anger, hatred, disgust by humans in his theme. The fight went on from the protagonists not knowing how to win, gained an upper hand, and well on the way to beating him. Then at the end of the battle, Shiva, the goddess of ice, aided us in our last stretch of the battle. (The ice motif at the end the piece was clear, right?) She was also his one true love, but she had to kill him because he went too far. She gave him an icy kiss, and he shattered to pieces. The song is a journey, that of fiery wrath, then the realisation that he's losing, and finally death by the hand of the woman he loved. If this isn't epic, I don't know what is. Yoko Shimomura is a music genuis.

[@diamondrust4719]

Hands down my favorite in this ost. You can feel the battle's progression in the music from overwhelming opposition to inevitable victory and the struggle between them. Chef's kiss.

[@sternentreue88]

My favorite track of FFXV! ❤️

[@EnigmaTimGaming]

I might get some stick for this but I'll say it anyway. Final Fantasy XV is my favourite Final Fantasy and my favourite game overall. I have played many other FFs and loved them all in their own way, but XV holds a special place in my heart. It is a beautifully flawed masterpiece and far too underrated imo. I've never felt such an emotional connection to a game and I know the music is a big part of that. There are multiple times in the game where the music, combined with what is happening at the time is almost transcendent.

[@lankeysob]

Your not alone. It’s one of my favorite games in the series too

[@xx_gotyopringles2163]

Me 3 bro my favorite ff to date

[@drummermg131]

One of my faves too. I’m not a fan of the Crown Version content updates to the final chapter but everything else…still had lots of fun and the story hit deep

[@SaltyyWind]

best game that ever existed

[@XSoulkast]

Why? Ffxv is a great underrated game, i enjoyed every minute of my playthrough on It. One of my favourite FF for sure

[@drummermg131]

Absolutely one of my favorite tracks off the XV OST. It’s just so intense.

[@IBAGGaming]

It's quite amazing how much you can actually gleam from the actual experience within the game by simply just listening to the soundtrack.

[@JCR631]

When you said you where torn apart from heaven and hell, is spot on cuz in this game, ifrit did something similar

[@ZEFISH888]

XV has some of the best music. Just excellent.

[@siencrosse3400]

Makes you want to play the game doesn't it

[@Boleniana]

Oh heck yeah, I love this song!

[@ayakotami3318]

Hellfire is one of my favorite boss songs in the game. It doesn't top Horrors of the Night but still an amazing song with its three phases. I loved this part of the game!

[@oguzhandemirci8234]

That track heavily reminds me of the original God of War trilogy soundtrack. Especially The End Begins. And The Phoenix Rising should be mentioned as well since it is great and you should go listen to it.

[@SilentGamerMr]

PLEASE react to Caius' Theme from FFXIII-2 it's a masterpiece

[@riikka9842]

Ifrit is such a central summon so often.

[@lieverlast1639]

Should watch the screens as well, the ending is beautiful with Shiva appearing.

[@gianperez2103]

What a fuckin intro to a song jesus

[@crowcoregames1785]

yes yes yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

[@kwpineda5663]

Not a bad hell song to listen to. But do Hell House Battle Theme FFVII remake next 😄

[@justinkarels6028]

Another Game that has an absolute banger soundtrack.

[@TLiebCNV]

THIS SONG 🔥🔥🔥

[@gabrielemagri4854]

Hi, look at ffxv Omen trailer, music and visual are awesome

[@RaveSault]

Song so hot he had to rehydrate himself by the end of it hahaha!

[@daddyvelvet4428]

You should definitely listen to Final Fantasy XV: Episode Ardyn Somnus Boss Fight

[@avarnanfire]

yoko shimomura did final fantasy 15 and the entire kingdom hearts series

[@Saber_234]

You might consider checking out Panzer Crown from Daemon x Machina

[@jennifermckay5585]

You should watch the actual battle to get a feeling of how it feels in game.

[@Nexdex]

Love this track. Done by Yoshitaka Suzuki, he's fantastic.

[@nicogalax]

Wait what

[@TheMaxCloud]

dude what??? Yoko Shimomura!! Yoshitaka made some of FFXV but this is credited to Yoko

[@Nexdex]

@@TheMaxCloud It's definitely Suzuki. Shimomura gets a composer credit alongside him because he incorporated some of her leitmotifs but otherwise this was composed and arranged by him as per the official credits on some of the later OST releases (and he himself said so on his Twitter account as well)

[@LightKeyDarkBlade]

@@TheMaxCloud The official credits for this track on the OSTs are that the composition goes to both Shimomura and Suzuki, and the arrangement goes to Suzuki. What this means is that the track has melodies written by both Shimomura and Suzuki, and Suzuki used those melodies to create this arrangement. So yes, it's Suzuki's work.

[@nicogalax]

Epic

[@KevinM491]

i want to like this video but it has exactly 666 as of now and i cant change that

[@JessesAuditorium]

fair

[@bourbon6625]

if you want to play the best FF games that has the best OST you should try FF7 FF8 FF10 FF15

[@DTNNooby]

This music is from the Ifrit boss fight, the fight itself is a little bit underwhelming considering its importance. but it has its payoff

[@supersai4198]

Ifrit has a small moveset but the significant of the fight aswell as the immediate cutscenes are amazing. It wasn't underwhelming at all

[@DTNNooby]

@@supersai4198 compared to every other Ifrit iteration. him just walking around slowly twirling a sword was a bit underwhelming.

[@pitongus]

One thing i'll say is that even tho i think Final Fantasy XV is the worst of the mainline games and a bad game overall even if it wasnt called Final Fantasy, the music is out of this world.