On "Secret of the Runes" Therion displays how Christofer synchronization between heavy distortions in metal with symphonic components makes their entire musical discography more robust. Secret of the Runes preserves the fundamental musical elements of Therion with contemporary studio work that achieves top-notch production value. The musical journey through Secret of the Runes takes listeners from mythical realm to mythical realm through its track titles representing different worlds in sequence. Secret of the Runes creates its dynamic power because heavy guitars synchronize perfectly with lavish orchestration which runs throughout all songs. Opera music elements of this record embed several aesthetic layers together with dramatic intensity to firmly establish Therion's symphonic metal status.
