Breaking the Mirror

King Leoric's 'Breaking the Mirror' delves into the dark and haunting themes of inner turmoil and the struggle between good and evil. The song opens with a vivid image of a gate being opened, allowing evil to crawl in, which sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. This metaphorical gate represents the mind's vulnerability to negative influences and the cold shiver on the skin symbolizes the physical manifestation of fear and anxiety. The repeated warning 'Don't break the mirror, don't you dare...' suggests that the mirror is a symbol of self-awareness and reality, and breaking it would mean losing touch with one's true self.

The lyrics further explore the idea of addiction to harmful behaviors and the blurred lines between truth and falsehood. This reflects the internal conflict many people face when they are drawn to actions they know are wrong but feel powerless to resist. The bridge of the song, with its imagery of shadows and fate, adds a sense of inevitability and doom. The shadows represent the unknown and the subconscious, where one's fate is being determined, and the grave being dug signifies the consequences of succumbing to these dark impulses.

The refrain 'Gone - gone into a lightless shadow' and 'Gone - gone into unknown fields of mind' emphasizes the loss of self and the descent into a state of confusion and darkness. The struggle to find reality and the acknowledgment of an irreversible turning point highlight the theme of irreversible change and the lasting impact of one's actions. The final lines, 'You broke the mirror, you don't care...' signify a resignation to this fate, suggesting that the protagonist has given up the fight against their inner demons and accepted their fall into darkness.