DEWPRISM — known as Threads of Fate in the West — is one of Square's most charming and underappreciated PS1 action RPGs, and Junya Nakano's soundtrack is a big part of its magic. "Theme of Threads of Fate" sets the tone with a sense of adventure and whimsy that perfectly captures the game's lighter, more fairy-tale approach to storytelling.
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The dual-protagonist structure means the music has to serve both Rue's melancholic journey and Mint's comedic quest for world domination. "Blood and Smokey's Theme - Two Bad Eggs" is pure comedic gold, giving the bumbling villain duo a theme that's equal parts menacing and ridiculous.
"Fancy Mel" brings playful energy to the flamboyant shopkeeper, while "Belle and Duke" provides warm accompaniment for the kindly couple in Carona. The character themes are where Nakano really shines — "Prima Doll's Sadness" carries genuine emotional weight, and "Surrounded By Thoughts - Klaus" adds layers of mystery to one of the game's most complex characters.
The adventure and dungeon tracks keep the momentum going strong. "Forest of Journeys Begun" launches both protagonists into the world with infectious energy, "Craggy Sky Garden" captures the vertigo of one of the game's most memorable locations, and "Lake Ruins" builds atmosphere in the ancient underground areas.
"Valen's Fortress" and "Last Boss 2" escalate the stakes appropriately for the finale, while "Escape!" delivers exactly the frantic urgency its name promises. "Finále - Rue" brings Rue's bittersweet story to a close with real tenderness.