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Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism / Pure Holocaust is a compilation album by the Norwegian black metal band Immortal, released in 1997. This album combines the band's first two studio albums, 'Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism' (1992) and 'Pure Holocaust' (1993). The release showcases Immortal's signature sound characterized by cold, atmospheric melodies, aggressive guitar riffs, and harsh vocals, which would become hallmarks of the black metal genre. The compilation has been praised for its raw intensity and has contributed significantly to the band's legacy within the black metal scene, influencing numerous artists and bands that followed.