The Somberlain

Dissection's 'The Somberlain' is a dark and introspective journey through the realms of the soul and beyond mortality. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a descent into darkness, where the protagonist finds solace and tranquility in the embrace of the night. The opening lines describe a deepening fall into darkness, where light has vanished, and the soul is enveloped by the dark. This transition marks the end of agony and pain, suggesting a release from earthly suffering and a sense of belonging in this newfound solitude.

The song continues to explore themes of spiritual rest and eternal night. The protagonist's journey is described as one that transcends mortality, leading to a state of tranquility and evil. The imagery of flying over crystal ground and orchards of grievance evokes a sense of numbness and sorrow, yet there is a beautiful silence that calls to the protagonist. This silence represents a form of peace and acceptance of their dark fate. The black fog and the monument of the past symbolize the protagonist's reflection on their life and the acceptance of their spiritual rest in the land of the seven horizons.

The chorus and subsequent verses emphasize the protagonist's transformation into 'The Somberlain,' a being of eternal night and evil. The 'Black Forest' and 'evil divine domain' are metaphors for the dark, infernal realms that the protagonist now inhabits. The repeated invocation of the 'Lord of infernal' and the plea to be carried through the gates signify a complete surrender to this dark power. The song concludes with the protagonist fully embracing their identity as 'The Somberlain,' a figure of eternal night and evil, preceding their divine domain. This transformation is both a personal and spiritual journey, highlighting themes of acceptance, transformation, and the allure of darkness.