Two main themes are introduced in the opening track, 'Reign of the Septims'. Building upon the brass-dominated sound of his work for Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind in 2002, Soule continues the soundscape he often applies to these epic fantasy games, such as Dungeon Siege II and Guild Wars.
Winner of the Best Video Game Score award at the 2006 MTV VMA's, Oblivion continues Soule's use of his highly developed sample music library to create a fully orchestral sound for his music see review for Dungeon Siege II). Jeremy Soule's significant game score credits have a concentration in the fantasy genre, and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is the latest.