When the Arcane Dimensions Tour stopped at Vorst Nationaal in Brussels, the night unfolded a little differently than other dates on the tour. Unlike shows elsewhere, the Brussels stop was far from sold out. Rather than letting the vast hall feel empty, the production team moved the stage much further forward than usual, creating a noticeably cosier and more intimate atmosphere that made the venue feel surprisingly full.

Charlotte Wessels opened the evening as the warm-up act, delivering a strong and personal set. Her presence became even more meaningful later in the night, when she returned to the stage during Epica’s set to sing a duet with Simone Simons — a highlight that brought together two beloved voices from the symphonic metal scene.

Amaranthe kept the energy high with their genre-blending sound and relentless momentum. Epica then closed the night in commanding fashion, their symphonic grandeur translating beautifully in the more intimate setup.