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A Maple anime music video created with high regards to synchronizing footage to the song lyrics and beat, a task that's not that simple considering the amount, contents, and duration of existing clips. Each scene was carefully planned, like so, in order to complement the song's intensity. Without further ado, I hope this video will prove to be exciting and entertaining as much as it was for me to make it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owCzPjAhYKQ

August 27, 2013

61 Comments • Newest first

Repentant

I still watch this from time to time. So amazing, it never gets old.

Reply February 3, 2014
Hazza

If this were to be a commercial,
New Players: " Omg, this looks amazing. "
When they play it for the first time
" Wat is dis poop' "

Reply September 15, 2013
Cookiemonster8

I Love Listening To This <3 <3 <3

Reply September 14, 2013
Myrlona

This is so amazing! everything is in rhythm <3

Reply September 12, 2013
Ryukara

[quote=Repentant]This is probably the most unique MMV--or dare I say, most unique video I've come across yet. Perhaps I'm reading into this a bit too much, but your ability to artfully manipulate the relationship between image and music just left me speechless with so many other emotions I can't even come to fully articulate at this moment; a crazy mixture of excitement, heroism, adventure and astonishment. I found that to be the most mind blowing part of the video; how you've weaved picture and sound to make for an evocative, emotional rollercoaster. Thank you for providing me with such a moving experience!

So much more I want to say, but one of the things that stood out most for me is your impeccable attention to detail. I love how the clips seamlessly flow together, as well as how it ties in beautifully with the lyrics of the song. It's that level of quality and depth which brings me back to watch this video over and over again, and each time I find myself discovering something new about you how you've thoughtfully and subtly linked the clips and music.

Great video, and please make more![/quote]
Nah, you're spot on - I tried to coordinate the scenes with the music ( the beat / instruments) and song lyrics as much as possible while adding little details (such as the Black Mage using Apocalypse when the song goes "This is it, the apocalypse" ). I'm glad to hear that you were able to enjoy this video and notice all these things!

[quote=calebheads]@Ryukara The PvP tribute video and now this... awesome work once again, Steph! May I ask how long it took you to create this?[/quote]
I started the video on August 8th and finished on the 25th, but I did not work on it every single day. On days that I actually did stuff, I usually worked on it between 4-10 hours. I would say between 70-100 total hours.

Reply September 12, 2013 - edited
calebheads

@Ryukara The PvP tribute video and now this... awesome work once again, Steph! May I ask how long it took you to create this?

Reply September 10, 2013 - edited
Aaaayee

Song doesn't fit the game, auto-bad.

Reply September 7, 2013 - edited
Kalsta

Little busy and hard to follow, but that's more the animation than anything, and I can't fault the effort put into timing this.
If I could give a standing ovation in a little chat box I would do so. Good show, sir!

Reply September 5, 2013 - edited
strenling

This is so much better than the actual music video (Which is just... Creepy..). <3 Looking to replace it!

Reply September 4, 2013 - edited
CloudKnight

This is amazing o-o
Kudos to you.

Reply September 4, 2013 - edited
pieshadowxx

Really well done. I chuckled at the black mage "breathe in" part lol.

Reply September 4, 2013 - edited
Repentant

This is probably the most unique MMV--or dare I say, most unique video I've come across yet. Perhaps I'm reading into this a bit too much, but your ability to artfully manipulate the relationship between image and music just left me speechless with so many other emotions I can't even come to fully articulate at this moment; a crazy mixture of excitement, heroism, adventure and astonishment. I found that to be the most mind blowing part of the video; how you've weaved picture and sound to make for an evocative, emotional rollercoaster. Thank you for providing me with such a moving experience!

So much more I want to say, but one of the things that stood out most for me is your impeccable attention to detail. I love how the clips seamlessly flow together, as well as how it ties in beautifully with the lyrics of the song. It's that level of quality and depth which brings me back to watch this video over and over again, and each time I find myself discovering something new about you how you've thoughtfully and subtly linked the clips and music.

Great video, and please make more!

Reply September 2, 2013 - edited
Yokomuri

You have turned Nexons trailers,into
something we haven't seen before,there for I shall
applaud the time and work spent into making this.
Please continue to make these.

Reply September 2, 2013 - edited
76WaysToDie

[quote=ThaSavoury]I really never leave any comments on anything on this site. But this video really hit me inside & left me dazzling with chills down my spine. I'm left in "aww", as the video came to an end. But I guess all good things must come to an end...[/quote]

Stop it Shane.

On topic: Great job on the video Steph!

Reply September 1, 2013 - edited
ThaSavoury

I really never leave any comments on anything on this site. But this video really hit me inside & left me dazzling with chills down my spine. I'm left in "aww", as the video came to an end. But I guess all good things must come to an end...

Reply September 1, 2013 - edited
Evan7

This needs more likes <3 <3 <3
I seriously watch this at least twice a day
Once again, great video

Reply September 1, 2013 - edited
vincevo

Yus, you got the cannoneer. (Y).

OT: GREAT JOB DUDE. like seriously. that's amazing.

Reply August 31, 2013 - edited
elpanaj8

MAN thnx for remember me why I created most of the class I play now their history line and scene are perfect and awesome really amazing song and amazing video I love it <3 *-* one of my favorites Maplestory videos ever

Reply August 31, 2013 - edited
antsauce

Great video, would make a great introduction to first time players!

Reply August 31, 2013 - edited
Erag0n1

I can't believe how good this was.
I really wish nexon made videos like this.

I can't get enough .-.

Reply August 31, 2013 - edited
DJAlphaWolf

Wow! That was amazing! I have a feeling that with your editing skill, you're gonna go far, kid.

Reply August 31, 2013 - edited
KrazyLoopyx

@lazershock: That's why I used asterisks. Maybe I should make it more obvious next time.

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
3moRaccoon

This was amazing man! Great job! Go to film school for editing!

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
Lohd

Someone liked all the comments. Again.

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
Datine

This is amazing. Great work. And for some reason... This video made me feel like MapleStory would be a great VRMMORPG on the Nerve Gear.....

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
UltraLudde

This is f***ing amazing! I love it <3

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
butterfly

Simply Epic... o.o
Awesome editing and I think the music actually fits it well despite what others say.

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
iGaige

Fantastic! Simply sublime! I would love to see this done to Our Last Night's cover of Radioactive.

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
StealthClaw

Wow really, really nice editing job! <3

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
ikazuchikami

I've seriously watched this video over 50 times I LOVE it! <3 <3

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
lazershock

[quote=KrazyLoopyx]Poor phantom.
Can't wait 'til they "resurrect" Freud![/quote]

Freud isn't actually "dead" in the sense of the word, his soul simply trapped in the mirrors world, so his body was just a soulless husk =P

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
KrazyLoopyx

Poor phantom.
Can't wait 'til they "resurrect" Freud!

Reply August 30, 2013 - edited
RevenantAngel

Great job. Amazing Editing keep up the work! <3

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
Evan7

nicely edited, keep up the good work

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
Pewdiepie

Video doesn't work for me ._.

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
SettingSail

Simply amazing. Probably the single most epic Maple video there is. Honestly, if they made an anime out of Maplestory following the actual storyline and whatnot (I refuse to acknowledge that.. that.. [i]thing[/i].. as an anime) then I would definitely watch it. Good job!

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
KaichouShion

This is so amazing omg

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
ultxliger

You could totally show this to someone who needs a reason to get back into maple.

Reply August 29, 2013 - edited
nitsua2789

You should definitely pitch this to Nexon as an idea for an ad. They could really learn a thing or two.

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
DProdigal

Makes me want to log into maple right now and just fight dozens of enemies,but I realized once I log in,the game is no where near as epic as this video. You sir have talent and I thank your for posting this.

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
BBD

Dude this was amazing!

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
Chup

Even though I barely log on Maple anymore, this was amazing. <3.

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
oBec

Amazing! One of the best AMV's I've seen

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
zeroorhero9x

Assassin's Creed 3

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
Skype

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <
I absolutely love this and im going to show my friends who play MS and dont play because its so awesome

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
Thupie

this is amazing

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
minipapoute

omg... FANTASTIC ! Great job!

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
Lohd

This is way better than the official ones. But maybe you should change the music? Doesn't really fit with all the battle scenes.

Reply August 28, 2013 - edited
SunnyD777

So epic

Reply August 27, 2013 - edited
johosoul

Black Mage is refreshed.

Reply August 27, 2013 - edited
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