Drawing inspiration from the open‑world, mythical realms of Skyrim, "Gods Of War" takes the form of a bard's song shaped in Forgotten Shrine's characteristic, dynamic style. The track is lifted from the forthcoming debut full‑length Nox Aeterna, set to see the light of day on 6 November.
Sofia Frasz comments on the origins of "Gods Of War": "I had the idea for this song way before Josh and I even started Forgotten Shrine. I first wrote the lyrics in February 2021, and was thinking about releasing an acoustic Exiled Hope EP at the time. I had wanted to make music that sounded like it could be a Skyrim-style bard's song, but hadn't quite found a place for it in the Exiled Hope canon yet. I finally revisited the song shortly after we started Forgotten Shrine, and recorded an updated demo in 2024. Then I sent the demo to Josh, and we embellished and reworked it together".
"Gods Of War" continues the overarching narrative of Nox Aeterna. The album's protagonists — the keepers of an ancient shrine dedicated to art, creativity and freedom — are well on their way to discovering the source of the approaching darkness. Yet they grow weary at the apathy of those they encounter along the road, even as the impending destruction creeps ever closer.
A deeper look at the duo and their Nox Aeterna awaits HERE. Link
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