Commissioned by user @Falkalore. The parameters of the project were thus: 
1) a piece that takes its inspiration from the soundtrack of Shining Force: The Legacy of Great Intention, particularly incorporating the motifs of the main theme by Masahiko Yoshimura
2) a piece that utilized the soundchips found in the Sega Genesis/MegaDrive, keeping true to the original works' limitations
3) a piece that, more than a mere "remix" takes inspiration but also goes beyond in telling its own story

Following these stipulations, this work tells a story in four parts:

Act 1: Gathering Storm ~ The March of Darkness
Act 2: The Arrival of the Shining Force, and the Raucous Joining of Battle, A Brief Reflection at What is At Stake
Act 3: The Enemy Regroups: A Desperate Counterattack
Act 4: The Shining Force Holds Firm, a Decisive Victory, Hope for the Future

The piece imagines a a scenario in which Max and his Company are called forth again to save the land of Rune (and the world) from the forces of darkness, who have risen again. A battle ensues, signalling the beginning of another epic tale of the Shining Force!

===

Above all, this piece of music has as its origin the dedication and confidence of Falkalore, who reached out to me to commission me to write a piece in the style of Shining Force. Being a fan of the games and eager to write a more orchestral-sounding piece, I eagerly agreed. He can take the most credit for getting my mind to push forward what I could personally do with FM instrumentation and arrangement. 

Secondly, this commission stands at a milestone for my profile, surpassing 25,000 plays from my tracks. Over the course of seven (!!!) years, it's been incredible to see my audience grow into the thousands from anonymous listeners, friends, dedicated followers, and more. The reason I write music is because of your support, vocalized or otherwise. I am truly thankful for all the feedback, compliments, and critiques I have received over the years, and am always striving to improve for both your and my sake, whether with FM synth chiptunes or with more conventional music. 

So please listen, share, comment, like, etc. But most importantly I hope you enjoy the track! 

Best and with Warm Regards to all my Fans, Friends, and Followers,

-EC2151

[Commission] Shining Force Suite ~ The Return Of The Shining Force [YM2612+SN76489]

ec2151
[Commissions OPEN]
Composer for WIZNWAR/FLARB's Demon's Tilt and XenoTilt, on Steam now!
Sound design for Protoculture's Devil Engine, on Steam/Switch
Composer for Fearless Arts LLC's Super Ice Slider, on Play/iOS

Chiptune and shootemup enthusiast

Discography:
2025:
Project JPD (upcoming)
2024:
XenoTilt: Hostile Pinball Action - Original Soundtrack
2022:
Enigma of the Shark, Part 1
2021:
Reel Deep ~ Original Soundtrack (Ludum Dare 48)
XOREX - Requiem for a Space Bug (self-published, Bandcamp)
2019:
The STG Chronicle ~ Self-Published (Devil Engine Unused works + new tracks)
2018:
Super Ice Slider ~ Original Soundtrack
Demon's Tilt ~ Original Soundtrack
2017:
The Watchers (Short Film) ~ Music/Sound Design
SEA ZONE: An Original Science-Fiction Album ~ Self-Published
2015:
Ghost Blade Official Arrange Soundtrack ~ Contributor
2012:
TOTAL NINJA CARNAGE ~ Original Music Works (as "Ed Ballman")
Metroid: Harmony of the Hunter 101% Run ~ Contributor (as "EmperorCharlemagne")
2011:
Project XVG ~ Original Soundtrack
Dynamite Headdy: Secret Bonus Point ~ Contributor (as "EC")

===

An aspiring musician, historian, composer, and all-around nice guy, ec's tunes will make you slam with the best, and if failing that, jam with the rest.

I first played piano since when I was 5 years old, and started composing soon after that. I write in a variety of styles, from electronic to chiptune, jazz/funk, ambient, romantic, and more! 

Comments and constructive criticism are always welcome.

Enjoy; now get back to the slammin' and the jammin'.