I was listening to the marvellous soundrack of “Zatoichi” (another movie by Takeshi Kitano) composed by Keiichi Suzuki, and it suggested me idea. The dream mmorpg would have him as a composer.

A basic theme for each different zone. This theme is supposed to be quiet and moody, with periods of silence and subtle sounds, quiet melodies just hinted that accompany the players around. They would become the fabric of the atmosphere in the same way the geographic layout of a zone defines its space.

Then each zone would be divided into sub-zones, little spots and environments. These should become “discoveries”. As the environment can bring to marvelous eyesights, the music should also be included in the discovery and exploration. So in particular defined spots and sub-zones the basic theme will come to life and new melodies will spring, enriching the mood and underlining special moments.

Special situations as the combat will also plug in the same system where again each zone would have its theme that shapeshifts and accelerates during these situations, becoming more coral and engaging.

The journey around the world shouldn’t be just about the discovery of physical objects, but also of these particular sounds.