A start of a series!
I love the beginning with the build up at 0:08 as well as the accompanying strings at 0:16 to 0:18 (awesome segment). I agree with TeoAcosta in that it might be interesting to expand the melody. I noticed the variation at 0:53, reminds me of how I explore melodies by varying them on the piano. I liked the Timpani (if that was what the lower percussion was in the back), but I wasn't too fond of the other one. That's just me though, it felt a tad overwhelming.
Another thing that I've been thinking about is that the main melody you have may be a great background to a greater melody with wind instruments that enters at 0:18. Just a thought.
Overall, great piece of work. I look forward to any other additions to the series that I hope you continue. 8/10.
-Placidawn