The series serves as a philosophical meditation on "Causality"—the idea that human destiny is controlled by an unseen hand. The tragedy of the 1997 series lies in the irony that Guts’ attempt to become Griffith's equal (by leaving the Hawks) is exactly what triggers Griffith’s psychological collapse, leading directly to the apocalyptic "Eclipse." It suggests that even our most noble attempts at independence may be part of a larger, darker design.
The trio of Guts, Griffith, and Casca features some of the most complex psychological writing in anime.
Berserk -1997- !!link!! Jun 2026
The series serves as a philosophical meditation on "Causality"—the idea that human destiny is controlled by an unseen hand. The tragedy of the 1997 series lies in the irony that Guts’ attempt to become Griffith's equal (by leaving the Hawks) is exactly what triggers Griffith’s psychological collapse, leading directly to the apocalyptic "Eclipse." It suggests that even our most noble attempts at independence may be part of a larger, darker design.
The trio of Guts, Griffith, and Casca features some of the most complex psychological writing in anime. berserk -1997-
