I am a very big fan of video game and film music, especially that of KOEI. Playing the series since Dynasty Warriors 2 (Shin Sangokumusou as known in Japan), I like to view all aspects such as the gameplay, cut scenes, characters, history, and of course the soundtracks of the company. Being so attached to many music samples of the series, and the sound composers, it was a difficult decision to finally come up with a top five list in which I hold the most highly. These are in no order and property/credit to the musicians Kenji Nakajo, followed by three from MASA, and lastly Masato Koike. I listen to these regularly and have really done so for the past years, so here goes.
This is my most fond track from Dynasty Warriors 3 (Shin Sangokumusou 2), although I happen to deeply love the majority in the game; The Men of Intelligence more so stands out to me because of the challenge of the stage and how often I played it because of this. This one stands out in the OST along with the also awesome Blast from the East piece as a fantastic final showdown between Wei and Wu. I wouldn't say it's such a happy BGM in terms of boosting morale, but it's presence is definitely worth taking note, as this soundtrack really portrays the sense to overtake Wei's newly-built grand castle that it's going to be a grievous task. The guitar is so recognizable as always in the Dynasty Warriors series and the drums in the background really add to the toughness of the track.
Avenging Battle is the Dynasty Warriors 4 (Shin Sangokumusou 3) track for the stage Yi Ling which is appropriately labelled for Liu Bei's revenge. It's a very emotional, saddening grudgeful Eastern musical piece; although a glimpse of positivity can be sensed. Everything about this score is just sheer brilliance, I find every direction it takes to be pretty much flawless. With the drums starting, the guitar comes in with the typical Dynasty Warriors-fashion followed by a flute to slow the pace tranquilly to then welcome back MASA's fine guitar work. Although the real notable factor about this which strikes me the most is how much better it gets as it continues. Towards the end it quickens and has a powerful guitar riff which shows how it strives for impact and to reflect on Liu Bei's anger.
Lu Bu's theme has always been one of them most to look forward to and consistently dominating most soundtracks in my opinion and is loved by many. This one in particular is my most adored among them all of ''Theme of Lu Bu'' and its many variations. Sharing sections with the actual main theme of Dynasty Warriors 4 (Shin Sangokumusou 3) from the beginning to finish this is so forceful, fast and truthful in how it's been created for Lu Bu who's a man of might and a terrifying personality. What more could a background music do better than to show such a person's most sinister side with heavy, disturbing drum beats coordinated so well with MASA's electric guitar. I admire Lu Bu's music generally, but Dynasty Warriors 4's Theme of Lu Bu's meaning wins the vote for me.
Gain Momentum is probably my favourite in the entire Original Soundtrack of Dynasty Warriors 6 (Shin Sangokumusou 5), though the likes of A Great Giant, Oriental Rush, Welcome to China, Geniuses Sanctuaries Ultimate Pressure would not be far behind. Gain Momentum is another which is wonderfully titled since it does just that; giving off the feel of victory being closer at hand. Boosting morale at very timely situations such as gaining the summit at Mt. Ding Jun as Shu and burning Wu Chao's supplies at Guan Du. Immediately it begins with all the most known, drums, guitar, and percussion is heard during the whole of the score. And to say this apart from my next below being certainly the most inspiring out of the lot would not be bold at all, as it just completely shows confidence.
Unsurprisingly the late level He Fei Castle was given a marvelous song again. And once again I favour the given name which fits to the pristine constructed castle of Wei. A Great Giant from Dynasty Warriors 6 (Shin Sangokumusou 5) by Masato Koike is different from my first picked because this one just generates enthusiasm throughout the whole song, as opposed to The Men of Intelligence from Dynasty Warriors 3 being tough. I am lost for words with this unique sound which alike the Avenging Battle and my others listed, I feel every second of it is just so worth listening to and praising, however especially the horn here which gives it more depth to the story.
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