Kentaro Miura is well known for his crazily detailed work and it holds true for his first volumes of Berserk. The page size is also larger than the softcover volumes. The sound effects have also been translated, unlike in the single volumes.

Comparisonsīerserk Deluxe Volume #1 is a hardcover rather than the single softcolor volumes. I’d prefer not to say anything more as I’d rather the reader not have this particular arc spoiled at all. The first chapter of the second arc, “The Golden Age”, follows Guts’ childhood. Calling himself “The Black Swordsman” he challenges the mysterious and inhumane “Apostles” with only the strength of a human. He seeks only to kill his enemies by any means necessary and along the way meets up with Puck, a fairy being tormented by a group of thugs from a nearby castle. His personality presented in this arc is gruff and cynical, and he is hellbent on achieving his goals. He is an experienced veteran of combat, is equipped with a variety of small weapons, a giant sword and numerous scars. Set in medieval fantasy, the first arc follows current-day protagonist Guts. For existing fans looking to build up their collection and those interested in starting the long, gory, tragic tale for the first time, this is great way to start.įor those already familiar with Berserk who would simply like to know what differences there are between this and the single volumes, please skip to “Comparisons”. The beautiful, 7 inch x 10 inch, nearly 700 page hardcover contains the entire “Black Swordsman” arc and the first chapter of “The Golden Age”. Berserk Deluxe Volume #1 is a collection of the first 3 volumes of the Berserk dark fantasy manga penned by Kentaro Miura.

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