Visions of Atlantis formed in Bruck an der Mur, Austria in 2000, establishing themselves as a consistent presence in European symphonic metal through a lengthy catalogue that began with Eternal Endless Infinity (2002). The band has navigated numerous lineup changes over two decades while maintaining a signature sound built on dual male-female vocals, cinematic orchestration, and power metal melodicism. Their nautical pirate-themed era, represented by the Pirates (2022) and Pirates II – Armada (2024) albums, brought renewed commercial attention.

Vismark is a heavy/power metal band from Lamia, Greece, formed in 2019. They play anthemic heavy and power metal from central Greece.

Vivaldi is a progressive heavy/power metal band from Budapest, Hungary, active since 2009. They deliver technically ambitious progressive metal with heavy and power metal foundations.

Void Seeker is a power metal band from Turin, Italy, formed in 2022. They play anthemic power metal from the Piedmontese capital.

VOV is a symphonic/power metal band from Nakkila, Finland, formed in 2025. They combine orchestral symphonic grandeur with power metal's melodic energy.

Vysion is a power metal band from Namur, Belgium, formed in 2005 and devoted to the melodic, soaring traditions of European power metal. Their sound features anthemic vocal melodies and driving twin-guitar work characteristic of the genre.

Víbora is a power metal band from La Rioja, Spain, formed in 2019. They play anthemic power metal, their name meaning "viper" in Spanish.