> Feels about right, although I definitely would not put this on level with Sonic and Scoob.

I probably like those a little more. Harry’s work is more technically accomplished at times, but also has more demerits.

> Didn't notice this (not super familiar with V) and would be curious to hear where.

Compare to Evey Reborn. The string ostinatos and building chords are a dead ringer.

> Are you calling the theme in 7/4 a 'new theme'? I interpreted that as just sort of an evolution of the existing theme, though it is a pretty substantial evolution.

It’s on the fence between a new theme and a derivation. I imagine most listeners will think of it as distinct, at least in its performance style even if a lot of the new score’s music is in 7/4 and 7/8 time.