Phantasmagoria
Touhou 3 - The Phantasmagoria of Dim. Dream Lyrics
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But still my childish instincts bloom
Screaming out my soul to the rhythm of the pendulum
Droplets of despair - apparition distorted
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
Pumping to the pendulum
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
Time's elapsing while I'm waiting
Waiting in anticipation
And I still try to hold on
To what is fading from my eyes
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
Pumping to the pendulum
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
Pumping to the pendulum
In the first verse, the lyrics paint a picture of someone lost and wandering in a dark and decaying world. They are trapped in the mortal realm, surrounded by decay and suffering. Despite their circumstances, their inner child and instincts continue to thrive, seeking some form of hope or joy. The line "screaming out my soul to the rhythm of the pendulum" suggests that they are expressing their inner turmoil and emotions through their actions, using the pendulum's rhythm as a form of release. However, their despair is twisted and distorted, potentially reflecting the distorted reality they find themselves in.
The repetition of "my lifeless pulse still rushing on, pumping to the pendulum" in both verses illustrates the contrast between the character's external appearance of lifelessness and their inner vitality that refuses to give up. It highlights their resilience and determination to keep going, even when faced with despair and uncertainty. The pendulum serves as a metaphor for the passing of time and the relentless forward motion of life, and the character's pulse aligns with its beat, emphasizing their connection to the world around them.
The third verse introduces the element of time, suggesting that the character is waiting for something to happen, possibly for a change or an escape from their current situation. They are filled with anticipation, hoping for something to hold on to before it fades away completely. This line could also represent the fleeting nature of existence and the struggle to grasp onto what is gradually disappearing from their sight.
Overall, these lyrics evoke a sense of melancholy and isolation, but also resilience and a stubborn refusal to give in to despair. The pendulum symbolizes the passing of time and the constant rhythm of life, while the character's pulse represents their inner strength and determination. It is a song that reflects the complex emotions of navigating through a world that is decaying and uncertain, yet finding the will to keep moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
And I meander in mortal lanes of festering
I wander aimlessly through the decaying paths of human existence
But still my childish instincts bloom
Yet, my innocent and naive nature continues to flourish
Screaming out my soul to the rhythm of the pendulum
Expressing my deepest emotions intensely, aligning with the relentless march of time
Droplets of despair - apparition distorted
Small fragments of sadness manifest, creating a distorted illusion
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
My heart continues to beat with a sense of urgency
Pumping to the pendulum
In synchrony with the relentless passage of time
Time's elapsing while I'm waiting
As time slips away, I remain in a state of anticipation
Waiting in anticipation
Awaiting eagerly for something to happen
And I still try to hold on
Despite the inevitable, I persist in clinging to what remains
To what is fading from my eyes
To that which is gradually disappearing from my sight
My lifeless pulse still rushing on
My heart continues to beat with a sense of urgency
Pumping to the pendulum
In synchrony with the relentless passage of time
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Josephina
-- TIMESTAMPS --
= Pre-Stream =
0:46 Title Theme - Alternative A Dream Transcending Space-Time (by Kaioshi K)
10:46 Character Selection Theme - Alternative Character Selection (by Kurenai)
= Stream Start (Half 1) =
16:36 Marisa Kirisame's Theme - Alternative Dimensional Dream (by Kurenai)
19:33 Reimu Hakurei's Theme - Alternative Eastern Mystical Love Consultation (by Kaioshi K)
21:57 Mima's Theme - Alternative Reincarnation (by Karl Zuñiga)
25:37 Ellen's Theme - Alternative Tabula Rasa ~ The Empty Girl (by Kaioshi K)
28:34 Kotohime's Theme - Alternative Maniacal Princess (by Kurenai)
32:02 Kana Anaberal's Theme - Alternative Vanishing Dream ~ Lost Dream (by Kale Hakaido)
34:33 Rikako Azakura's Theme - Alternative Visionary Game ~ Dream War (by Kurenai)
40:09 Round 7 Theme - Alternative Decisive Battle! ~ Fight it Out! (by Kale Hakaido)
= Ending and Unused Themes =
45:06 Common Ending Theme - Alternative Dream of Eternity (by Karl Zuñiga)
46:30 Daytime Ending Theme - Alternative Eastern Blue Sky (by Kaioshi K)
48:37 Nighttime Ending Theme - Alternative Eternal Full Moon (by Kale Hakaido)
50:33 Unused Theme 1 - Alternative Winds of Time (by Karl Zuñiga)
54:09 Unused Theme 2 - Alternative Starbow Dream (by Kale Hakaido)
56:53 Unused Theme 3 - Alternative Phantasmagoria ~ Hardworking Day After Work (by Kaioshi K)
= Stream 2nd Half =
1:00:34 Pre-Battle Theme - Alternative Disunified Field Theory of Magic (by Karl Zuñiga)
1:02:23 Chiyuri Kitashirakawa's Theme - Alternative Sailor of Time (by Kale Hakaido)
1:06:14 Pre-Final Battle Theme - Alternative Love of Magical Chimes (by Kaioshi K)
1:07:49 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 1]
1:10:15 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Tokiko Tatsunagi) [Phase 2]
1:12:13 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 3]
1:12:59 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Ocha) [Phase 4]
1:14:28 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 5 Outro]
1:16:10 Staff Roll Theme - Alternative Maple Dream... (by Karl Zuñiga)
= Victory Demonstration Themes (by Kurenai) =
19:21 Victory Demonstration 1 [EoSD Mix]
21:45 Victory Demonstration 2 [PCB Mix]
25:24 Victory Demonstration 3 [IN Mix]
28:22 Victory Demonstration 4 [PoFV Mix]
31:46 Victory Demonstration 5 [MoF Mix]
34:17 Victory Demonstration 6 [SA Mix]
39:56 Victory Demonstration 7 [UFO Mix]
44:49 Victory Demonstration 8 [TD Mix]
53:55 Victory Demonstration 9 [DDC Mix]
56:40 Victory Demonstration 10 [LoLK Mix]
1:00:14 Victory Demonstration 11 [WBaWC Mix] (no HSiFS rip)
= Stream End =
1:20:07 Paradise of Boundaries Staff Roll Theme - Paradise Protector ~ Boundary Dream (by Kurenai)
Josephina
-- TIMESTAMPS --
= Pre-Stream =
0:46 Title Theme - Alternative A Dream Transcending Space-Time (by Kaioshi K)
10:46 Character Selection Theme - Alternative Character Selection (by Kurenai)
= Stream Start (Half 1) =
16:36 Marisa Kirisame's Theme - Alternative Dimensional Dream (by Kurenai)
19:33 Reimu Hakurei's Theme - Alternative Eastern Mystical Love Consultation (by Kaioshi K)
21:57 Mima's Theme - Alternative Reincarnation (by Karl Zuñiga)
25:37 Ellen's Theme - Alternative Tabula Rasa ~ The Empty Girl (by Kaioshi K)
28:34 Kotohime's Theme - Alternative Maniacal Princess (by Kurenai)
32:02 Kana Anaberal's Theme - Alternative Vanishing Dream ~ Lost Dream (by Kale Hakaido)
34:33 Rikako Azakura's Theme - Alternative Visionary Game ~ Dream War (by Kurenai)
40:09 Round 7 Theme - Alternative Decisive Battle! ~ Fight it Out! (by Kale Hakaido)
= Ending and Unused Themes =
45:06 Common Ending Theme - Alternative Dream of Eternity (by Karl Zuñiga)
46:30 Daytime Ending Theme - Alternative Eastern Blue Sky (by Kaioshi K)
48:37 Nighttime Ending Theme - Alternative Eternal Full Moon (by Kale Hakaido)
50:33 Unused Theme 1 - Alternative Winds of Time (by Karl Zuñiga)
54:09 Unused Theme 2 - Alternative Starbow Dream (by Kale Hakaido)
56:53 Unused Theme 3 - Alternative Phantasmagoria ~ Hardworking Day After Work (by Kaioshi K)
= Stream 2nd Half =
1:00:34 Pre-Battle Theme - Alternative Disunified Field Theory of Magic (by Karl Zuñiga)
1:02:23 Chiyuri Kitashirakawa's Theme - Alternative Sailor of Time (by Kale Hakaido)
1:06:14 Pre-Final Battle Theme - Alternative Love of Magical Chimes (by Kaioshi K)
1:07:49 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 1]
1:10:15 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Tokiko Tatsunagi) [Phase 2]
1:12:13 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 3]
1:12:59 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Ocha) [Phase 4]
1:14:28 Yumemi Okazaki's Theme - Alternative Strawberry Crisis!! (by Karl Zuñiga) [Phase 5 Outro]
1:16:10 Staff Roll Theme - Alternative Maple Dream... (by Karl Zuñiga)
= Victory Demonstration Themes (by Kurenai) =
19:21 Victory Demonstration 1 [EoSD Mix]
21:45 Victory Demonstration 2 [PCB Mix]
25:24 Victory Demonstration 3 [IN Mix]
28:22 Victory Demonstration 4 [PoFV Mix]
31:46 Victory Demonstration 5 [MoF Mix]
34:17 Victory Demonstration 6 [SA Mix]
39:56 Victory Demonstration 7 [UFO Mix]
44:49 Victory Demonstration 8 [TD Mix]
53:55 Victory Demonstration 9 [DDC Mix]
56:40 Victory Demonstration 10 [LoLK Mix]
1:00:14 Victory Demonstration 11 [WBaWC Mix] (no HSiFS rip)
= Stream End =
1:20:07 Paradise of Boundaries Staff Roll Theme - Paradise Protector ~ Boundary Dream (by Kurenai)
Karl Zuñiga
El salvador que todos necesitamos. Eres un alma bondadosa
TekNik
this was BEAUTIFUL from start to finish. those tabula rasa and maniacal princess are OUT OF THIS WORLD, along with the title screen and love of magical chimes cover. insanely glad the unused themes are covered too!!
Karl Zuñiga
Como siempre, fue un gusto ser parte de esto. Todos los músicos y Orphen lo hicieron increíble!
ASNGあさなぎ
34:33 セプテントリオン風夢幻遊戯が一番好きです！
原曲の徐々に盛り上がる感じを活かしたしっとり美しいアレンジ…！
Kagummi
Yumemi's theme was amazing !
This part : 1:12:15 is just incredible !
Spaghetti King
My love for PC-98 will never end, and I'm happy that's true of so many others as well.
姫宮瑠理香 / Himemiya Rurika
This was such an amazing remaster feast and everyone who worked on this did such an amazing job! ❤
Corbeau
mind blowing, I didn't expected to LOVE listening to touhou tracks with others tracks' instruments, or even fanworks!! that is a beautiful and creative idea. The little ending pieces as eye-catchers are the cherry on the already good tasty cake. Another CD to laser on and add to the collection
Karl Zuñiga
It is appreciated that you liked the album. Thank you very much :)