(2016) Episode 1 | Berserk

The premiere was highly controversial among fans and critics alike:

: The episode begins with Guts entering a pub to rest, where he saves an elf named Puck from a group of tormenting bandits. Though Guts is cold and detached, Puck feels indebted and chooses to join him on his journey.

: Collette is possessed by these spirits and subsequently killed by Guts after she attacks him. This sequence establishes the grim and unforgiving tone of the series.

: Guts eventually hitches a ride with a girl named Collette and her father. During the night, restless spirits drawn to Guts' brand attack the group.

: The episode showcases Guts' iconic, massive sword—the Dragonslayer —and his prosthetic arm, which features a built-in cannon. Reception and Production