All credit goes to DM Dokuro
DM DOKURO's channel - https://youtube.com/@dmdokuro?si=nJf9M6F-svUQgbd0
Couldn't find the original, so the link goes to his channel
I will happily take this track down if contacted

DM DOKURO - Cave Story Arranged - Run!

BPM: 204, chosen specifically to match the tempo of "It Has To Be This Way".
Keys: A Minor, C Minor, E Minor

*What is Infernum mod?*
Infernum mod is an extension mod for Calamity that adds an extra difficulty - "Infernum", that's harder than Death mode, with a primary focus on expansive reworking of boss AIs.

I'm sure y'all have many questions regarding this track, and I bet the main one is "Why did you make this? CDMusic is already making the official theme!". For that, allow me to tell you the story behind this track, and why it means so much to me.

It all began back in march, on a day where I was feeling particularly motivated. At the time, I was really obsessed with draedon's motif, and I wanted to do something with it. So, asking the calamity dev team to make sure that it's okay, I began working on my own version of the exo mechs theme, intending for it to be an alternate exo mechs theme in infernum mod.

No calamity bosses will get this treatment, so don't ask for them.

At the time, I decided to keep this project a secret from the infernum team, intending to surprise them once it's done. Was it silly, and perhaps immature? Yeah, it was. But I just couldn't help myself, ya know?

I then poured my heart and soul into it for the next few days, really sure that this one will truly be my magnum opus of the year. Unfortunately, after I managed to reach the 2 minutes mark with the track... awful stuff happened.

I won't go into details, but basically, my self-confidence took a massive dive. Same with my mental stability, to a lesser extent. It was so bad that I essentially lost all my passion for the track, as my insecurities started to set in. Suddenly, the prospect of people comparing my piece and Charlie's official one, and potentially mocking mine for being "worse" became really dreadful. Paranoid thoughts of people accusing me of trying to "one up Charlie" or "steal his spotlight" didn't help matters.

So, with a heavy heart, I abandoned the project and left it to collect dust. The next few miserable months flew by, and I had started to resign myself to the fact that I'll have to move on from it eventually. But a while ago, as I was sifting through at my unfinished projects, I stumbled upon it again. Thinking "why not?", I decided to post the WIP track for the infernum team to check out, not expecting much.

To my surprise, they really like it. They then encouraged me to finish it. With some hesitation, I decided to give the track a try one last time. It was then that, as I was tweaking a few things about it and listening to it on repeat, I realized that my passion for the track was back and stronger than ever. Suddenly, all those insecurities and fears I had about the track during my rough patch didn't seem so bad anymore.

Mind made up, the day after that I was hell bent on completing the track, and went straight to doing so after lunch.

An over 5 hours marathon of a composing session later, and there's breaks don't worry, it was ready to go!

... Yes, I know that when the official exo mechs theme comes out, most people will likely flock to that and leave this piece of mine behind. I'd be lying if I said that the thought doesn't make me a bit sad. But that's alright, because when the time comes, I'll learn to accept it eventually. Sides, Charlie deserves all those views for his hardwork!

That and... my best friend Dominic, the owner of infernum mod loves the track to bits, and I'm sure there'll be at least be some others who do too. And that was all the encouragement I needed to post this.

Treat this track as just something to listen to while waiting for the official theme if you want, heh.
There'll be a toggle to swap between the themes once the official theme is out too, so don't cha worry.

Anywho, thank you SO much for all the support y'all have been giving me! It means a ton to me :D
Now, have a good day everyone! See y'all next time! ^w^

Catastrophic Fabrications

BPM: Starts off 144, then goes into 225 in the 2nd half
Keys: Changes key often, but the main keys are G major, F major and G# major
Vocals: Mai (SynthV Pro)

To those who listen, in a place filled with calamity
Burdened by the grim fate of the land
Go forth, and take control of your destiny
Change the world with your hands!

Even as your body starts to break down in pain
(Don't give up now...)
Even if in the end you'll lose again and again
(Get up and fight!)
Remind yourself of your past victories and stand
Weave those strings of fate and hear this song of hope!

Even with all the scars you've gained from your past fights
(You're stronger now...)
Even if you can't seem to catch a moment's respite
(Don't hesitate!)
Ignite the spark in your soul and bring out that light
Think of the sky after rain and its beauty!

The sounds of rain and raging wind throughout the night
(Let the world hear...)
Echoes of pain ringing within this dark world of strife
(Your silenced voice!)
Braving the storm before dawn with your gift of life
Let this song of mine guides you to salvation!

พายุก่อนอรุณ (Storm Before Dawn)

it's late, you need rest.

Guardian Of The Former Seas (Ingame Version)

1NF3$+@+!0N (Ingame Version)

Sanity recharging. . .
Recharge complete.

Raw, Unfiltered Calamity (Ingame Version)

... Hope you enjoy...

[LYRICS]
The enemy ascended beyond your control;
Or was that all your intention?
They have managed to demolish whatever we made,
But you're failing to comprehend...

If they can, they will easily butcher you whole,
While you're blinded by your depression.
I have gotten to the point where I'm just too afraid
That you're going to meet your end.

My screams echo out through the fire,
And your rival dares stand in my way...
Yes, this is a hardship most dire,
And one day, you will heed what I say:

This is my message to my master:
This is a fight you cannot win.
I think that past your great disasters,
Their victory stirs below your skin.

If you proceed, I will not blame you;
I will move forth and win your war.
But if I should die before you continue,
You shall have heard my final dying roar.

Roar Of The Jungle Dragon (Ingame Version)

Birds of a feather destroy worlds and consume deities together.

The Devourer Of Gods (Nonstop Mix)

Stained, Brutal Calamity (OST Version)

Boss theme for the Mutant from the Fargo’s Mutant/Souls mod for Terraria! Not my track.

Steel Red

Telling a story through music, a life in one play.
2020: The beginning of a new ending, a will of shear determination carried by sounds~
2021: A silent wind, a brisk tomorrow, a never ending tide of fight or flight...shrouded by emptiness but still determined to move forwards!
2022: A time of retribution and never ending salutations, drowning with sorrow but carried by the remnants of love, staying strong and staying determined for others above myself!
2023: A universe yet to be uncovered, thriving in undesirable flaws and rush tides, a place not to dwell on your past yet a place to make a new tomorrow, don’t hold back, step forwards, make it yours, be you!
2024: A new dimension unfolding and bending to your will, a point of change and reconfiguration. Reality bending to the might of the sounds that carry our will and strength through this world. Time is your currency and space is your canvas. You are your own maker of your destiny, you are in Control!

it's late, you need rest.

Divine Terminator

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