Berserk by Kentaro Miura is an absolute masterpiece, not just of Manga, but of any piece of fiction ever conceived. It has been a huge part of my life since I first stumbled upon it in 2002 as an 18 year old. I own all 39 current volumes and have been eagerly awaiting this Deluxe Edition since it was first announced in 2018.
The Deluxe is a monster of a book, fitting considering its source material. The omnibus dwarfs the stand alone manga or VIZBIG Editions of other manga series. It even towers above traditional hardcovers. The binding is solid with the entire page on display unlike the original manga that midway thru the book the binding was so tight (on some volumes) you could miss a little of the page. That, thankfully is a thing of the past. The pages are nice and sharp, while not being the type of gloss found in DC and Marvel Omnibuses, they are a step up from the paperbacks. There is the nice addition of a ribbon bookmark, which not being deal breaking is a nice touch. The only negative on the omnibus is that this was a chance to finally have the colored sections of Miura finally brought to life in vivid colour. Sadly, however, these pages are still black and white. I can only assume Dark Horse used the assets they already owned. Though, there are gloss colored pages of the three original covers from the trade paperbacks 1-3.
Now for a quick overview of what Berserk is for those who have been wanting to finally delve into its majesty, as this is the best place to start.
Berserk is a Dark Fantasy that makes any other that share the title look like a petting zoo. Berserk is brutal and unforgiving yet beautiful in execution. It deals in themes of death, loss, purpose, desire, causality, human will, existentialism, moving forward despite the struggle and following ones dreams. With some of Nietzsche finding it's way into the writing.
The three volumes contained in this omnibus are some of the most hard hitting and unrelenting in the entire series. (And watching the 25 episode 1997 Anime series may be the best for understanding the depths our main character finds himself in). Guts is not your typical protagonist. he is scarred, maimed, is garbed in black and detests those who are too weak to fend for themselves and will stop at nothing to achieve his current desire: vengeance.
For me personally; I love the Black Swordsman and Guardians of Desire chapters that are on display in this omnibus. It is a hugely important part of the story that has been 80% shunned from all anime adaptions. It is important because in these volumes we see Guts at his lowest and that is important to know going forward. (There is a lot more to this however I would be delving into the realm of spoilers and I wish not to do that to those ignorant of the story)
Berserk is not for the feint of heart however within its whole you will experience a journey like none you have ever known. To those I have in the past recommended it to it has been an eye opener and an outstanding journey.
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Reviewed in Australia on 2 April 2019
The Deluxe is a monster of a book, fitting considering its source material. The omnibus dwarfs the stand alone manga or VIZBIG Editions of other manga series. It even towers above traditional hardcovers. The binding is solid with the entire page on display unlike the original manga that midway thru the book the binding was so tight (on some volumes) you could miss a little of the page. That, thankfully is a thing of the past. The pages are nice and sharp, while not being the type of gloss found in DC and Marvel Omnibuses, they are a step up from the paperbacks. There is the nice addition of a ribbon bookmark, which not being deal breaking is a nice touch. The only negative on the omnibus is that this was a chance to finally have the colored sections of Miura finally brought to life in vivid colour. Sadly, however, these pages are still black and white. I can only assume Dark Horse used the assets they already owned. Though, there are gloss colored pages of the three original covers from the trade paperbacks 1-3.
Now for a quick overview of what Berserk is for those who have been wanting to finally delve into its majesty, as this is the best place to start.
Berserk is a Dark Fantasy that makes any other that share the title look like a petting zoo. Berserk is brutal and unforgiving yet beautiful in execution. It deals in themes of death, loss, purpose, desire, causality, human will, existentialism, moving forward despite the struggle and following ones dreams. With some of Nietzsche finding it's way into the writing.
The three volumes contained in this omnibus are some of the most hard hitting and unrelenting in the entire series. (And watching the 25 episode 1997 Anime series may be the best for understanding the depths our main character finds himself in). Guts is not your typical protagonist. he is scarred, maimed, is garbed in black and detests those who are too weak to fend for themselves and will stop at nothing to achieve his current desire: vengeance.
For me personally; I love the Black Swordsman and Guardians of Desire chapters that are on display in this omnibus. It is a hugely important part of the story that has been 80% shunned from all anime adaptions. It is important because in these volumes we see Guts at his lowest and that is important to know going forward. (There is a lot more to this however I would be delving into the realm of spoilers and I wish not to do that to those ignorant of the story)
Berserk is not for the feint of heart however within its whole you will experience a journey like none you have ever known. To those I have in the past recommended it to it has been an eye opener and an outstanding journey.
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By Old Grim's Reviews on 2 April 2019
Berserk by Kentaro Miura is an absolute masterpiece, not just of Manga, but of any piece of fiction ever conceived. It has been a huge part of my life since I first stumbled upon it in 2002 as an 18 year old. I own all 39 current volumes and have been eagerly awaiting this Deluxe Edition since it was first announced in 2018.By Old Grim's Reviews on 2 April 2019
The Deluxe is a monster of a book, fitting considering its source material. The omnibus dwarfs the stand alone manga or VIZBIG Editions of other manga series. It even towers above traditional hardcovers. The binding is solid with the entire page on display unlike the original manga that midway thru the book the binding was so tight (on some volumes) you could miss a little of the page. That, thankfully is a thing of the past. The pages are nice and sharp, while not being the type of gloss found in DC and Marvel Omnibuses, they are a step up from the paperbacks. There is the nice addition of a ribbon bookmark, which not being deal breaking is a nice touch. The only negative on the omnibus is that this was a chance to finally have the colored sections of Miura finally brought to life in vivid colour. Sadly, however, these pages are still black and white. I can only assume Dark Horse used the assets they already owned. Though, there are gloss colored pages of the three original covers from the trade paperbacks 1-3.
Now for a quick overview of what Berserk is for those who have been wanting to finally delve into its majesty, as this is the best place to start.
Berserk is a Dark Fantasy that makes any other that share the title look like a petting zoo. Berserk is brutal and unforgiving yet beautiful in execution. It deals in themes of death, loss, purpose, desire, causality, human will, existentialism, moving forward despite the struggle and following ones dreams. With some of Nietzsche finding it's way into the writing.
The three volumes contained in this omnibus are some of the most hard hitting and unrelenting in the entire series. (And watching the 25 episode 1997 Anime series may be the best for understanding the depths our main character finds himself in). Guts is not your typical protagonist. he is scarred, maimed, is garbed in black and detests those who are too weak to fend for themselves and will stop at nothing to achieve his current desire: vengeance.
For me personally; I love the Black Swordsman and Guardians of Desire chapters that are on display in this omnibus. It is a hugely important part of the story that has been 80% shunned from all anime adaptions. It is important because in these volumes we see Guts at his lowest and that is important to know going forward. (There is a lot more to this however I would be delving into the realm of spoilers and I wish not to do that to those ignorant of the story)
Berserk is not for the feint of heart however within its whole you will experience a journey like none you have ever known. To those I have in the past recommended it to it has been an eye opener and an outstanding journey.
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Reviewed in Australia on 10 September 2019
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A edição para governar todas as outras!
Reviewed in Brazil on 23 June 2019Verified Purchase
A edição para governar todas as outras!
Reviewed in Brazil on 22 June 2019
Se vc chegou até aqui é pq já conhece Berserk e está procurando uma edição que seja A edição!Reviewed in Brazil on 22 June 2019
Achou!
Esse edição é perfeita em todos os sentidos!
Formato grande, papel primoroso, capa luxuosa...
Pode parecer um pouco caro a primeira vista, na segunda também...
Mas nada se compara!
Se Berserk for um dos seus títulos do coração, não hesite!
São quase 700 páginas de puro deleite!
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Moira Crozier
Neue Trainingseinheit für Bizeps und Rücken: Berserk lesen.
Reviewed in Germany on 4 April 2019Verified Purchase
Neue Trainingseinheit für Bizeps und Rücken: Berserk lesen.
Reviewed in Germany on 4 April 2019
Obwohl ich Hardcover hasse wie die Pest, kann ich dieser ziemlich guten Deluxe Edition keine Punkte abziehen. Klar, man könnte jetzt anfangen über das Preis/Leistung-Verhältnis zu diskutieren, das ist hier mal wieder abseits von tragbar, aber damit muss man leider bei solchen Editionen immer rechnen. Ist halt ein teures Hobby. Fangt mit 40k an wenn ihr günstiger wegkommen wollt ;PReviewed in Germany on 4 April 2019
Der Einband ist Mega solide und das Kunstleder lässt das ganze super Edel aussehen, aber auch nicht ZU edel, ich mein wir reden hier von Berserk, die Verpackung sollte nicht vom Inhalt hinwegtäuschen, hier gibt's 24/7 auf die Fressleiste.
Um es zusammenzufassen, der Band macht einiges her und bringt auch den Dark-Fantasy-Charakter von Berserk gut zum Ausdruck. Schönes Ding.
Das Buch ist leider nicht in Telefonbuch-Größe, was ich bei zB der Blame! Neuauflage als immense Aufwertung empfand, aber jede vergrößerung ist mMn eine Aufwertung und die Zeichnungen von Miura kommen hier voll zur Geltung. Hammer. Wunderschön. Grußkartenpotenzial, vor allem die 2-Seiten-panorama Zeichnungen. (Nein, lasst das lieber mit den Grußkarten wenn Ihr weiterhin Freunde haben wollt)
Des weiteren sollte man einmal das Gewicht ansprechen... falls Ihr selber den Stahlträger von Guts schwingen wollt wie einen Holzkochlöffel, solltet ihr spätestens nach dem Lesen von Deluxe Edition Band 3 soweit sein. Die Dinger sind schwer. Sau schwer. Ich wollte schon das Lesepult von unserer kleinen Dorfkapelle mopsen damit ich meine Ausgabe nicht vollschwitze wenn ich darauf vor Erschöpfung ohnmächtig werde.
Sonst keine weiteren Punkte denke ich. Viel Spaß dabei.
*uiuiui da bin ich direkt ins Fettnäpfchen getreten, die Berserk Deluxe Edition ist DOCH im Telefonbuch-Format wie die Blame! Master Edition! Berserk wirkte nur kleiner. Sry für die falsche Info.*
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Sashev
I highly recommend it to any Berserk fan.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 October 2019Verified Purchase
I highly recommend it to any Berserk fan.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 October 2019
I watchet all of the anime adaptations and wanted to get the manga also, i but i was overwhelmed how much manga there was - and i wanted to get a good start with it - and when i saw this deluxe edition i bought that. I am impressed with the quality of the book + its hard cover. I highly recommend it to any Berserk fan.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 October 2019
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Godam_Or
Excelente edición para nuevos fans¿ Para los viejos? Averiguemoslo.
Reviewed in Mexico on 27 March 2019Verified Purchase
Excelente edición para nuevos fans¿ Para los viejos? Averiguemoslo.
Reviewed in Mexico on 26 March 2019
Vayamos al grano. Si ya conoces Berserk sabrás que te espera. Si nunca lo has leído o solo has visto el anime, no esperes más y hazte de esta edición.Reviewed in Mexico on 26 March 2019
Pros:
*Hoja grande blanca qué permite buena impresión de negros
*Corrección de negros(algunas imágenes se aprecian mejor, excepto por un caso en específico donde sigue sin apreciarse bien algunos cadáveres de la familia de cierto personaje)
*Pasta dura y lomo qué permiten la correcta visualización de los dibujos a 2 páginas
*Se siente como una edición de lujo
*Incluye las portadas a color en la parte posterior
*Cintilla para separar páginas
Contras:
*Sigue sin incluir las páginas a color del manga original
*No trae material extra que ayude a justificar a comprar nuevamente la obra si eres un fanático viejo y esperas cosas nuevas.
*El papel pudo haber sido de revista para mejor impresion, pero siguen usando el papel tradicional.
Si eres nuevo y te interesa, no esperes más y hazte de esta excelente edición de uno de las mejores literaturas disponibles.
Si eres antiguo en Berserk no encontrarás nada nuevo más que una edición de mayor tamaño y mejor calidad. Yo por este motivo decidiré seguir, y para calmar mis ansias por algo que tenga que ver con Berserk
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