Antiquus Scriptum

**Antiquus Scriptum** is a one-person black/folk metal project hailing from Portugal, masterminded by multi-instrumentalist Miguel Santos. Active since the early 2000s, the project weaves raw, atmospheric black metal with medieval folk influences, often using acoustic guitars, historical themes, and lyrics in Portuguese or Latin. Recent releases like *Immortalis Factus* and *Abi in Malam Pestem* showcase Antiquus Scriptum’s signature blend of epic storytelling and lo-fi aggression, while *... No Meu Mais Profundo Abysmo...* leans into haunting, dungeon-synth-adjacent atmospherics. Santos’ DIY ethos and fascination with mythology give the project a distinctly archaic, shadow-drenched charm.