Like a rubber band snapped back into place, Amon Amarth return to their gritty, battle-obsessed brew of fierce-but-melodic Viking metal on this fifth full length, following the more expansive Versus the World. Returning to their favorite historical era with "The Pursuit of Vikings" and "Valkyries Ride," their lethal tales of epic battles are delivered via furious double-pedal drums, wailing guitars, and guttural growls. These brutal tales from the front lines of mythical battlegrounds solidify Amon Amarth's stance as the Nordic warriors of melodic death metal.