Berserk: The Complete 1997 TV Series, already one of the year's most significant anime Blu-ray releases, is now getting a limited-edition steelbook release. Exclusive to Crunchyroll, this steelbook edition will be available from November 30 and can be preordered for $60 (originally $80). You might even snag it for $51 using the promo code WELCOME15. The catch? This is a one-time print run, so once it's sold out, it's gone for good.
If you miss out on the steelbook, Amazon still has the regular Berserk Blu-ray in stock. While it lacks the steelbook cover, it boasts dynamic box art and is priced at an MSRP of $50. You can also consider pairing it with the Berserk: The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition Blu-ray, which is available for $54 (originally $70). This edition offers a more faithful adaptation of the original manga but stirred controversy among fans due to its blend of CG-animated sequences with traditional 2D animation. Initially released as a trilogy of films between 2012 and 2013, it was later recut into 13 episodes, and this Blu-ray includes both English and Japanese dubs.
For those seeking a more challenging watch, the 2016 series of Berserk picks up after the Golden Age arc. While it attempted to capture Miura's intricate art style, the animation quality falls short compared to previous releases, resulting in a visually clunky show. However, this release includes 24 episodes and effectively adapts the Conviction arc, introducing pivotal characters like Farnese and Serpico.
Finally, for the true Berserk aficionado, the manga Deluxe Editions are a must-have. These hardcover editions, each around 700 pages, feature leatherette binding and are significantly larger than standard manga paperbacks. This allows readers to fully appreciate Kentaro Miura's detailed artwork on every oversized page.
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