Berserk, Vol. 8

Just another great entry into this series, could be one of my favorite ones yet because of the way the whole volume is, the overtone and all of it. Then you think ok, I'm gonna know why this or that but as usual you only get a portion of it, but man is it an important portion of the backstory. And as much as it answers, the more questions you end up with then you had before these got answered lol. Its just such a well written and paced story and that's just the writing and dialog. The art is fantastic, the characters are all very unique and unusual humans with odd looks and names but it all fits and it's leading to something I know I can't wait to find out but am so worried its gonna hurt. Can't recommend reading this amazing story enough!!!!!

Berserk is probably my favorite Japanese-imported fantasy series. Set in the feudal era where destiny seemed so ingrained, one man bravely swung his sword to ensure his own freedom. Guts is the one man with enough power and determination to challenge the transcendental entities, the Godhand, that impose their sordid sick will on humanity. Never have I so desperately cheered on a protagonist as he took on insurmountable odds with the careless, berserking rage that carried the weight of an entire era. In vol. 8, a Guts much reformed by the heat of battle again challenges Griffith, this time for his freedom from the Hawks. Despite the successes of the Hawks and Griffith's seemingly unstoppable campaign to the Midland throne, Guts wants to swing his sword freely. The life of a mercernary is all he has ever known. Life as a noble simply could not fulfill his own dreams and sense of purpose. Also, Guts can no longer stand being the subordinate of Griffith, Guts battles to claim equality with Griffith, the man ordained by the Behelit (The Egg of the one who would be king). In a discussion with his closest companion Judeau, he realizes that he must become his own man. Judeau, seeing that he might attain this dream, does not attempt to convince him to stay. However, Judeau does warn Guts that Caska, the woman he respects and probably loves, would not leave the Hawks. Guts revealed that in her eyes, he cannot compare with Griffith. However, if he were to make a name for himself, maybe she would look his way. Either way, it is time for Guts to leave the Hawks. "Berserk" is the proof positive that the comic book is one of the greatest products of the arts, combining two mediums: drawing and storytelling. I await the next volume with great anticipation, and even more so the one after that in which Guts pursues the demonized Griffith. If you like anime or manga, do not pass this by!

Griffith's face-heel turn is all the more heinous when you realize he was a decent guy back in the day.

Really interesting manga, Looking forward to collecting the full current collection out right now.

This is one of the critical books of the Berserk series, and sets up what is to come later in the series. Those who have watched the anime, will deffinitly find some new content here related to the backstory of the queen of midland which was not thuroughly explained in the anime. Aside from that there is some great artwork and action in this books which makes this a must get novel of the series(not like any of the book are not "must get" books. lol). Buy it and enjoy, I thuroughly did.

Great book. very clean and good condition too!

Bought these for my boyfriend who is in love with the series, came in perfect condition.

Came in exactly as expected.