As I replay Zelda 2 now, I can't help but think of this new story. Even if it was simply shortened down to "Ganon's forces search tirelessly for Link. The kingdom demands to burn the hero, but Zelda exhausts all of her power protecting him. Now the life of the princess hangs in the hands of the Hero" it's still way better than what the original manual gave us.
Damn, what a hell of a return. Loved the story told throughout this. Laughed a bit when the advisor and his goons immediately ran like a bunch of cowards after Link drew his sword.
"While the soundtracks doesn't have catchy themes like other Zeldas..." Honestly it's one of my favorite soundtracks. The title theme, overworld, battle, and both dungeon themes are some amazing tracks. So happy you've returned with this masterpiece.
As for the story. Since the story in that part of the timeline is quite sparse, I personally think that this is how events between the two games could happen.i especially liked the reference to one of the powers has as the bearer of the triforce of courage with how link is depicted bowing in reverence to the princess after his death. That of resurrection that is. Personally I think it came into being after Ganon defeated the hero of time.
"I wanted the music to sound like Link’s internal frustration, where he wants to just cry out in anguish over everything that’s occurred, but too introverted to display it publicly." With what happens near the end of the game, I can see where you're going with this.
Imagine if THIS would have been the game trailer for Zelda 2. Damn, that was indeed an amazing experience which shows us, that the creativity of fans can truly create masterpieces.
Only ever did it once, but I beat it without dying. Back in my youth. Probably never succeed now as a 31 year-old alcoholic. Lol, by the way, well done. This is awesome.
Beautiful. I love this game so much, and this was such a wonderful arrangement. The storytelling is really well done too. I'll happily accept this as my new headcanon backstory. =)
Just tey to ignore that the triforce of courage is locked away within the great palace for literally no reason because of the rewritten story, which is why it doesn't work.
@@jeezed2950 I don't see the problem? The Triforce of Courage was sealed in the Great Temple by a king long before the events of the first game. This version of the story doesn't change that.
You're back! Glad to see the return of our Second Narrator :D I enjoyed this piece, and if you choose to make a series off of it like you did with the NES Zelda, I'll be looking forward to each installment! Blessings, The Hylian Speedster
Zelda 2 has been around the top of my list since a child. Of the massive amount of orchestral zelda arrangements that exist, to me, zelda 2 seems to have been skipped. I'm very grateful for this music, all three tracks that I found on TH-cam. 1: prologue/title 2: overworld 3: battle arrangement I love it. I do have a problem with the channel though. I would like to pay respects to the creators but I see that the first arrangement is listed under two channels (including this one). I'd like to pay my respects but these utube content creators make it hard to do so on the public version of what I've been told is the "brightest part of the world wide web which is very dark". As an idiot who does not profess jtself as a slave, I'm looking for the creators of this music. Can anyone help me in this? Thank you.
I thought that it was a brother who wanted the triforce but becuase his father hid it from him so he couldn’t take advantage of the power he had to go to his sister and ask her because she knew where least the tri of wisdom was. But because she wouldn’t tell him he hired a wizard to put her into a coma. I like your version better a lot.
Awesome track! It fits perfectly in my opinion. Glad you're back and you could finish it after all that time. I especially like the moment at 4:38! The rewritten prologue fits really well and it's an interesting take on the continuation of the first game. Good job :)
The prologue sequence and narration was outstanding! I'd love to see the entirety of the game's story covered in that style. Setting it to the music being done that well is just icing on the cake.
I like this story WAY more. Having two Zeldas was always kinda weird... Also looking forward to the Overworld theme! Underrated, but one of my favourites in the series.
We aren't told what happened to the Zelda from the first game, she probably got married off or something. I never had a problem with it, it's sleeping beauty but with the ancestor of Princess Zelda.
Oh my goodness, I'm a huge fan of your work on Link's Awakening (I've listened to your whole soundtrack arrangement hundreds of times) and had never seen you had started this project! Can't wait for your work on Temple Theme, one of my all-time favorite video games compositions ever. Keep it up, your job is magical as always!
Excellent work! I have loved the Zelda series since I played the first two when I was a child, and even ran a Zelda website during my teenage years. This song and your reimagining of the game's backstory took me back to those times. Both my early childhood, when I first played those games and my imagination made them so important and real to me, and to my late childhood, when I wrote Zelda stories and explored the series in great detail. I appreciate you treating this game with the respect it deserves. It was a different Zelda game, for sure, but also a grand adventure. This arrangement definitely captures that!
Congratulations on finishing it! Almost four years…that’s some dedication. And the result indeed is worthy! I enjoyed the preview you gave, but the illustrations really bring it to another level. Particularly when things explode. I like that part. Hopefully now that it’s done you’ll be able to mentally move on. Something unfinished nagging you for that long, no matter how dear it is…well, like you said, it’s rough. Finishing is cathartic, but also can feel like it’s not even real… Whatever you do-taking a break, starting something new, or whatever else you choose-we’re here for you!
I don't usually make comments on videos but I will on this one. Amazing work, keep on creating. I always love what you come up with, and take all the time you need. Masterpieces don't form overnight :)
Waiting for your new Link's Awakening tracks to drop was a real adventure back in the day. Your Zelda 1 tracks were just as brilliant. And this track here did not disappoint. Love your music, your descriptions - the stories you tell. You elevate Zelda. I was going to listen to this track a second time as I work, but 10 seconds in I found it was too beautiful for background music, so I'll give it another listen later. Looking forward to your next Zelda arrangement, as always!
Absolutely splendid and magnificent arrangement. The amount of time you took reminds me of a quote, "Rather than make haste, I took my time with it and learned to love the process." Something along those lines. Either way, this upload is a blessing.
Honestly I know that Zelda II gets overlooked and was seen as a bit of a black sheep of the franchise for a while, but I'd love for this game's opening theme to pop up in a modern game at some point, similar to how they bring back iconic tracks like Zelda's lullaby, the Temple Of Time, etc. Maybe at the very beginning or end of a game as Link goes off on a new adventure. It'd be a nice callback.
While not many watch your videos, they are excellently crafted- full of detail, and depth. I have followed you for many years (prob since 2017, though via different accs), and your orchestrated tracks are unparalleled by other orchestral software youtubers out there. Keep up the good work, I look forward to see you release new tracks for years to come :3 Footnote: I also have a heavy bias to FFVII, the Zelda & Undertale franchises, so maybe that's why ahaha
I still prefer the original storyline which is very similar but has its differences, it also explains why the third triforce is locked away in the great palace, which this unfortunately doesn't. Something about this revisionist hyrule historia (lol) is much more cheesy. I loved the elements of prophecy the original had, as well as the sleeping beauty aspect to it.
Unbelievable that this is the first time I'm finding your channel and your orchestral work of Zelda II's soundtrack. All of Zelda's music is amazing, but I've always enjoyed this one's so much. Your version is incredible. But that barely scratches the surface here. Your storytelling is phenomenal. I actually teared up at this narration. You have matched the story to the music so well. I could really feel the pain of Zelda, the heavy burden of duty, and the inner conflict Link must have felt leaving her side. As amazing as Nintendo's Zelda games are, their storytelling is far inferior to yours. Masterful work.
OMG I really always said that you are the best Zeldas orchestrator that exists on TH-cam. When I was a kid I spent hours on the Zelda II title screen listening to the prologue music and now that I hear this it made me want to cry. Thank you very much Jeremiah you are incredible !! P.S 1 Sorry for my bad english P.S.2 Could you tell me which VST's you used for the strings please!
As I replay Zelda 2 now, I can't help but think of this new story. Even if it was simply shortened down to "Ganon's forces search tirelessly for Link. The kingdom demands to burn the hero, but Zelda exhausts all of her power protecting him. Now the life of the princess hangs in the hands of the Hero" it's still way better than what the original manual gave us.
Damn, what a hell of a return. Loved the story told throughout this. Laughed a bit when the advisor and his goons immediately ran like a bunch of cowards after Link drew his sword.
This was awesome. I stopped at the gameplay because I want to keep it fresh when I decide to torture myself playing it again.
"While the soundtracks doesn't have catchy themes like other Zeldas..."
Honestly it's one of my favorite soundtracks. The title theme, overworld, battle, and both dungeon themes are some amazing tracks. So happy you've returned with this masterpiece.
I disagree i think these are probably some of the best of the series
@@everythingisshit5756 Are you disagreeing with me? Because I agree there. I was quoting the description.
Wow, the Ilustrations, the music, everything is just, wow, very impressed, you really have made a masterpiece
As for the story. Since the story in that part of the timeline is quite sparse, I personally think that this is how events between the two games could happen.i especially liked the reference to one of the powers has as the bearer of the triforce of courage with how link is depicted bowing in reverence to the princess after his death. That of resurrection that is. Personally I think it came into being after Ganon defeated the hero of time.
I approve this message. ~Snap~
You just did more to revitalize The Adventure of Link than Nintendo ever will. Amazing job!!!!!
Agreed
"I wanted the music to sound like Link’s internal frustration, where he wants to just cry out in anguish over everything that’s occurred, but too introverted to display it publicly."
With what happens near the end of the game, I can see where you're going with this.
Imagine if THIS would have been the game trailer for Zelda 2.
Damn, that was indeed an amazing experience which shows us, that the creativity of fans can truly create masterpieces.
Only ever did it once, but I beat it without dying. Back in my youth. Probably never succeed now as a 31 year-old alcoholic. Lol, by the way, well done. This is awesome.
Coming from a Zelda ll hater, this is freaking amazing!!!
Ah, you’ve returned. Excellent.
This version of Zelda II’s story is very interesting definitely makes it less confusing with there not being two Princess Zelda’s like in the game
I like your take on both the story and the music, people like you should never be underestimated
Glad you're back. Half of my daily playlist comes from you!
Welcome back.
MORE MORE!!! DUNGEONS!!! OVERWORLD!!! BOSS MUSIC!! FINAL PALACE!!
Beautiful. I love this game so much, and this was such a wonderful arrangement.
The storytelling is really well done too. I'll happily accept this as my new headcanon backstory. =)
Just tey to ignore that the triforce of courage is locked away within the great palace for literally no reason because of the rewritten story, which is why it doesn't work.
@@jeezed2950 I don't see the problem? The Triforce of Courage was sealed in the Great Temple by a king long before the events of the first game.
This version of the story doesn't change that.
You're back! Glad to see the return of our Second Narrator :D
I enjoyed this piece, and if you choose to make a series off of it like you did with the NES Zelda, I'll be looking forward to each installment!
Blessings,
The Hylian Speedster
Zelda 2 has been around the top of my list since a child. Of the massive amount of orchestral zelda arrangements that exist, to me, zelda 2 seems to have been skipped.
I'm very grateful for this music, all three tracks that I found on TH-cam.
1: prologue/title
2: overworld
3: battle arrangement
I love it. I do have a problem with the channel though. I would like to pay respects to the creators but I see that the first arrangement is listed under two channels (including this one).
I'd like to pay my respects but these utube content creators make it hard to do so on the public version of what I've been told is the "brightest part of the world wide web which is very dark".
As an idiot who does not profess jtself as a slave, I'm looking for the creators of this music. Can anyone help me in this?
Thank you.
You're back!!!
Long-time lurker here. This is awesome. I am also really at a loss for words to express my excitement at seeing new videos on your channel. :D
I thought that it was a brother who wanted the triforce but becuase his father hid it from him so he couldn’t take advantage of the power he had to go to his sister and ask her because she knew where least the tri of wisdom was. But because she wouldn’t tell him he hired a wizard to put her into a coma. I like your version better a lot.
Good to see you back!
I was just thinking about your Link’s Awakening orchestration the other day. I’m very excited for this.
Well, I certainly wasn't expecting this, but I'm glad I wasn't. Adds to the experience.
Awesome track! It fits perfectly in my opinion. Glad you're back and you could finish it after all that time. I especially like the moment at 4:38!
The rewritten prologue fits really well and it's an interesting take on the continuation of the first game. Good job :)
The prologue sequence and narration was outstanding! I'd love to see the entirety of the game's story covered in that style. Setting it to the music being done that well is just icing on the cake.
this is fantastic work, i wanted to share it on my fb page to encourage others to witness it, and enjoy this splendor that you've bought upon us
I like this story WAY more. Having two Zeldas was always kinda weird...
Also looking forward to the Overworld theme! Underrated, but one of my favourites in the series.
We aren't told what happened to the Zelda from the first game, she probably got married off or something. I never had a problem with it, it's sleeping beauty but with the ancestor of Princess Zelda.
@@jeezed2950It’s still weird having 2 Zeldas
@@Plumpus3545 Its really not that weird when you know the premise behind the other Zelda. Same reason why having four links at once isn't weird
@@firionkaiser8291 Good point.
It's finally here and sounds fantastic!!! It was worth the wait🙌🏻
This is pure gold - both musically and visually. Thank you for your hard work.👍🎵
Nice, good to see you're back.
What a good way to come back
Oh my goodness, I'm a huge fan of your work on Link's Awakening (I've listened to your whole soundtrack arrangement hundreds of times) and had never seen you had started this project! Can't wait for your work on Temple Theme, one of my all-time favorite video games compositions ever. Keep it up, your job is magical as always!
At last, he's back!
This is something else... Unbelievable that an old game intro being brought like this could hit me that hard.. thank you man. It's a brilliant piece.
THE LEGEND IS BACK. THE BEST ORCHESTRAL REMIXES OF ALL TH-cam ARE BACK. ILY SO MUCH
Merci d'être de retour, c'est toujours une joie d'écouter vos réorchestrations!
YEEEEEEESSSSSSSSS. Always glad for more of your work, especially Zelda related.
This was amazing! What a great, dramatic interpretation of an underappreciated game.
Excellent work! I have loved the Zelda series since I played the first two when I was a child, and even ran a Zelda website during my teenage years. This song and your reimagining of the game's backstory took me back to those times. Both my early childhood, when I first played those games and my imagination made them so important and real to me, and to my late childhood, when I wrote Zelda stories and explored the series in great detail. I appreciate you treating this game with the respect it deserves. It was a different Zelda game, for sure, but also a grand adventure. This arrangement definitely captures that!
I really love this game and the way you've imaginated this is so great! The music is wonderful, I can't wait to listen to the next part! 🔺️
Congratulations on finishing it! Almost four years…that’s some dedication. And the result indeed is worthy! I enjoyed the preview you gave, but the illustrations really bring it to another level.
Particularly when things explode.
I like that part.
Hopefully now that it’s done you’ll be able to mentally move on. Something unfinished nagging you for that long, no matter how dear it is…well, like you said, it’s rough. Finishing is cathartic, but also can feel like it’s not even real… Whatever you do-taking a break, starting something new, or whatever else you choose-we’re here for you!
YO HE'S BACK
my opinion of zelda 2 has improvee considerably now. amazing epic orchestrated
YOU'RE BAAACK
This was a much better fleshed-out story than what Nintendo gave! Beautiful work!!!
Wow this was amazing. How does this not have more views?
Absolutely beautiful you are so talented...
Your dedication is just as strong as me, Thanos. Me like.
I don't usually make comments on videos but I will on this one. Amazing work, keep on creating. I always love what you come up with, and take all the time you need. Masterpieces don't form overnight :)
Wow. Dude. Absolutely insane. This is incredible.
This is incredible! You've absolutely captured the spirit of playing Zelda 2 back when it first came out! Very well done!
Man, your arrangements are amazing, I had forgotten how good they were
Waiting for your new Link's Awakening tracks to drop was a real adventure back in the day. Your Zelda 1 tracks were just as brilliant. And this track here did not disappoint. Love your music, your descriptions - the stories you tell. You elevate Zelda. I was going to listen to this track a second time as I work, but 10 seconds in I found it was too beautiful for background music, so I'll give it another listen later. Looking forward to your next Zelda arrangement, as always!
Absolutely splendid and magnificent arrangement.
The amount of time you took reminds me of a quote, "Rather than make haste, I took my time with it and learned to love the process."
Something along those lines. Either way, this upload is a blessing.
Honestly I know that Zelda II gets overlooked and was seen as a bit of a black sheep of the franchise for a while, but I'd love for this game's opening theme to pop up in a modern game at some point, similar to how they bring back iconic tracks like Zelda's lullaby, the Temple Of Time, etc.
Maybe at the very beginning or end of a game as Link goes off on a new adventure. It'd be a nice callback.
There is a distinct lack of orchestral Zelda II music. Thanks for this.
While not many watch your videos, they are excellently crafted- full of detail, and depth.
I have followed you for many years (prob since 2017, though via different accs), and your orchestrated tracks are unparalleled by other orchestral software youtubers out there.
Keep up the good work, I look forward to see you release new tracks for years to come :3
Footnote: I also have a heavy bias to FFVII, the Zelda & Undertale franchises, so maybe that's why ahaha
MAGNIFICIENT... PLEASE KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK
This is way too underrated, oh my gosh! Everything you make is so perfect
Glad to have you back!! This was well worth the wait :)
nice
This is legendary work, my friend. Legendary.
Welcome back, it was nice seeing your videos appear on my feed again! Enjoyable arranges as always.
One of my favorite zelda games! I enjoy your arrangement
This was fantastic. And I'm so excited for your rendition of the Temple/Palace theme!
Really love the story interpretation here
WOW
The Legend is *BACK*! And right on my birthday too. Ya love to see it 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Well it was worth the 3 years and 9 months wait! Loved the arrangement and the new origin story, I wan to the the next episode of this tale!
Absolutely Beautiful, well worth the wait.
YOU WOT M8?
first undertale and now my fucking CHILDHOOD SIR
Just like the game itself is the hidden gem of the series, this rendition shines brilliance.
Oh Wow! 😱 this is great! It’s been so long, I thought you’d passed on or something. Glad to see yer still kickin’.
It is so good to see you back again. I really missed your music.
So beautiful. I really felt this one
Not only is this my favorite Zelda game, it is my favorite soundtrack from the game! Very excited for the rest!
I still prefer the original storyline which is very similar but has its differences, it also explains why the third triforce is locked away in the great palace, which this unfortunately doesn't. Something about this revisionist hyrule historia (lol) is much more cheesy. I loved the elements of prophecy the original had, as well as the sleeping beauty aspect to it.
So glad to see you back. And your arrangements is still awesome as always
3 years and 9 months wow
Either my memory of the story is incorrect or you rewrote it with amazing results!
My praise to you
He rewrote it with amazing results!!! :D
Lovely arrangement as always! It is nice to see a new upload from you! 🙂
What a luvly playlist! :) I hope the final palace theme is gunna be added some day on position nine. ^^ A shy meow from Switzerland. ^^
Different story, but I think it's better than the original! Phenomenal job with all of this!
HE HAS RETURNED
Nice
Oh lawd he coming back!
Absolutely nailed it. Great job.
'back' is not suited for him. he was always around us afterall, like zelda.
OHMY GOD OMG OMG IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS
Unbelievable that this is the first time I'm finding your channel and your orchestral work of Zelda II's soundtrack. All of Zelda's music is amazing, but I've always enjoyed this one's so much. Your version is incredible. But that barely scratches the surface here. Your storytelling is phenomenal. I actually teared up at this narration. You have matched the story to the music so well. I could really feel the pain of Zelda, the heavy burden of duty, and the inner conflict Link must have felt leaving her side. As amazing as Nintendo's Zelda games are, their storytelling is far inferior to yours. Masterful work.
Now that was beautiful
Beautiful
1:18 GAME OVER. RETURN OF GANON.
But still, the Hylian runes.
beautiful
This is nice .
Omg wow I cam across my accident…this is my childhood game
OMG I really always said that you are the best Zeldas orchestrator that exists on TH-cam.
When I was a kid I spent hours on the Zelda II title screen listening to the prologue music and now that I hear this it made me want to cry. Thank you very much Jeremiah you are incredible !!
P.S 1 Sorry for my bad english
P.S.2 Could you tell me which VST's you used for the strings please!
I love the art