| Profane Genocidal Creations | ||||
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| Released | 27 February 2003 | |||
| Genre | Melodic black metal | |||
| Length | 68:27 | |||
| Label | Red Stream | |||
| Producer | Self-produced | |||
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Total playing time: 68:27
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