Nice \m/
Well, you told me this and the metaljonus version would melt my eyes... they didn't. So why am I posting here? It may sound crazy to you, but I am reviewing this version because I really like it better. Metaljonus has skill and talent, no one can say otherwise, but I think I prefer your style (it's a matter of opinions).
This is one of the musics that make me want to write down a precise evaluation, but unfortunately I really lack the time. I will just say that I loved the calm start, and the sudden transition to stage 2 (the core of the metal soul). The last transition to the first stage again (in the end) is definitely not as good as I expected for a song and I find it choppy, it could use some work.
The music has a very strong main melody, which I enjoyed. This is why I think vocalists have no place in metal, because metal doesn't need a vocalist shouting and screaming to make it a good sound !!! (like this music's tune).
Anyway, my taste is quite unique and I must say that the reason why I love this instrumental so much it's because I can picture already movie trailers using it. It's quite of taste :P
You definitely won some reputation points in my consideration with this work, though not as good as some other pieces I've heard, it shows me you have strong potential - and I encourage people with potential as long as they are willing to explore it.
Now, I would rate this 9/10 and 5/5. But I am a man of my word, and as I said, I like to encourage people, so my vote is:
10/10
5/5
Just make sure you keep studying and evolving.