Berserk Deluxe Edition: The Complete Hardcover Collection, Books 1-11

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Berserk Volume 5 TPB". Dark Horse. Archived from the original on August 3, 2013 . Retrieved July 9, 2008. A grimdark epic with compelling protagonists, stomach-churning horror, heartbreaking drama and a lovecraftian sense of metaphysical worldbuilding that's as fascinating as it is terrifying. Berserk has been my favorite manga, fantasy story and perhaps favorite story ever made for over a decade now and I was really sad to hear that the man behind the masterpiece passed away earlier this year.

The Kushan Empire has risen to power and is waging war with the unguarded kingdom of Midland. As if the deadly plague, religious crusades and rampant demon invasions weren’t enough, Emperor Ganishka of the Kushan Empire is making life an even greater hell for anyone that’s in his path of conquest. Berserk Volume 28 TPB". Dark Horse. Archived from the original on July 22, 2013 . Retrieved October 11, 2008. in Japanese). Hakusensha. Archived from the original on May 22, 2017 . Retrieved December 15, 2009. Right out of the gate, Guts has an...erm, "encounter" with a demon, and that really sets the tone for the rest of the book. The art and pacing are a little rough at first, but once the series finds its footing, it turns into one of the most darkly intriguing, brutal, and flat-out metal manga I've ever seen. It's less George R. R. Martin, and more Glen Cook and Sam Sykes (though, ironically, I'm sure they owe more to Kentaro Miura, than the other way around), with some Clive Barker and M. C. Escher unexpectedly thrown in.Berserk Volume 24 TPB". Dark Horse. Archived from the original on August 3, 2013 . Retrieved July 9, 2008. In 1990, a sequel is made to Ourou entitled Ourou Den (王狼伝 ōrō den, The Legend of the Wolf King) that was published as a prequel to the original in Young Animal Magazine. In the same year, the 10th issue of Animal House witnesses the first volume of the solo project Berserk was released with a relatively limited success. Miura again collaborated with Buronson on manga titled Japan, that was published in Young Animal House from the 1st issue to the 8th of 1992, and was later released as a stand-alone tankōbon. Miura's fame grew after Berserk was serialized in Young Animal in 1992 with the release of "The Golden Age" story arc and the huge success of his masterpiece made of him one of the most prominent contemporary mangakas. At this time Miura dedicates himself solely to be working on Berserk. He has indicated, however, that he intends to publish more manga in the future.

in Japanese). Hakusensha. Archived from the original on December 27, 2017 . Retrieved June 28, 2017. Guts is a severely traumatized vigilante that wanders the world, throwing himself into one battle after another in hopes of finding a meaning in the tremendous suffering he's endured. His sword is his only trusted companion and he's consumed by a lust for vengeance. Griffith is a charismatic mercenary with dreams of ending a hundred year war in hopes of attaining his own kingdom. Little do his comrades and enemies know, he's not the flawless hero many believe him to be. When the paths of these two men clash, the entire world drastically evolves around the earth-shattering conflict between their indomitable wills. Above is my completely spoiler free review showing my appreciation for this series and its characters. a b "Berserk Deluxe Volume 1 HC". Dark Horse Comics. Archived from the original on June 25, 2020 . Retrieved June 25, 2020.

Berserk Volume 3 TPB". Dark Horse. Archived from the original on August 3, 2013 . Retrieved July 9, 2008.

Overall an explosive arc that’s equally horrifying and beautiful. It has one of the most satisfying reunions and redemption plots of all time.Berserk Deluxe Volume 11 HC". Dark Horse Comics. Archived from the original on July 26, 2022 . Retrieved August 20, 2022.