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The Worst Episodes of Berserk

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Spurred by the flame raging in his heart, the Black Swordsman Guts continues his seemingly endless quest for revenge. Standing in his path are heinous outlaws, delusional evil spirits, and a devout child of god.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Berserk Season 1 Episode 1 - The Branded Swordsman
    6.5/10(373 votes)

    #1 - The Branded Swordsman

    S1:E1

    Into a tavern walks a man with a massive sword, where he encounters a caged elf being bullied by grown men. Thus begins the strange partnership between the elf, Puck, and the swordsman, Guts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  2. Berserk Season 2 Episode 12 - City of Humans
    6.5/10(214 votes)

    #2 - City of Humans

    S2:E12

    After arriving in a big city, Guts, Isidro and Schierke all go their own way for the rest of the day.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  3. Berserk Season 2 Episode 2 - Winter Journey
    6.8/10(219 votes)

    #3 - Winter Journey

    S2:E2

    Serpico recalls his history with Lady Farnese. Guts gets a visit from a mysterious, but dark presence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  4. Berserk Season 2 Episode 3 - Banner of the Flying Sword
    6.8/10(210 votes)

    #4 - Banner of the Flying Sword

    S2:E3

    Griffith expands his army. Mule Wolflame meets Sonia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  5. Berserk Season 1 Episode 2 - The Holy Iron Chain Knights
    6.9/10(289 votes)

    #5 - The Holy Iron Chain Knights

    S1:E2

    Guts is still coming to terms with his fateful encounter with the monk and his daughter when he is confronted by the Holy Iron Chain Knights. Their commander berates him about his many sins is declares he is to be brought to the Holy See...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  6. Berserk Season 1 Episode 3 - Night of Miracles
    6.9/10(280 votes)

    #6 - Night of Miracles

    S1:E3

    Guts and Puck are taken aback by Farnese's inability to see the elf. However, Farnese's refusal to accept anything beyond what she considers to be real in her world is about to be sorely tested.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  7. Berserk Season 1 Episode 4 - Revelations
    6.9/10(257 votes)

    #7 - Revelations

    S1:E4

    Guts returns to a place he'd left two years ago to reconnect with old friends, but finds that someone he holds most dear has vanished. Guts tries to lay blame, but he is not entirely innocent.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  8. Berserk Season 1 Episode 6 - A Nighttime Feast: Burning at the Stake
    6.9/10(244 votes)

    #8 - A Nighttime Feast: Burning at the Stake

    S1:E6

    As Mozgus and his men continue their witchhunt for heretics, Farnese can't help but feel a twinge of doubt. Meanwhile, Guts unexpectedly encounters a familiar face, who brings ill tidings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  9. Berserk Season 2 Episode 4 - Forest of Demonic Beasts
    6.9/10(204 votes)

    #9 - Forest of Demonic Beasts

    S2:E4

    Guts and crew are confronted by a mysterious person in the woods. Can they trust her?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  10. Berserk Season 2 Episode 11 - Proclaimed Omens
    6.9/10(199 votes)

    #10 - Proclaimed Omens

    S2:E11

    After a heavy battle, Guts and his crew reside on the beach, learning more about the consequences of the new armor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  11. Berserk Season 1 Episode 5 - Tower of Conviction
    7.0/10(252 votes)

    #11 - Tower of Conviction

    S1:E5

    Intent on finding Casca, Guts continues his journey toward the Tower of Conviction. Meanwhile, Farnese is already there, witnessing unspeakable horrors committed by those who serve the Holy See.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  12. Berserk Season 2 Episode 5 - Spirit Realm
    7.0/10(212 votes)

    #12 - Spirit Realm

    S2:E5

    After reaching the witch's house in the forest, Guts and crew know where they have to go next after speaking with the witch.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  13. Berserk Season 2 Episode 7 - The Arcana of Invocation
    7.0/10(201 votes)

    #13 - The Arcana of Invocation

    S2:E7

    After Schierke managed to create a strong magical barrier, two strong creatures show up. Can Guts and Serpico defeat them?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  14. Berserk Season 1 Episode 8 - Reunion in the Den of Evil
    7.1/10(237 votes)

    #14 - Reunion in the Den of Evil

    S1:E8

    Guts battles two powerful opponents. Isidro and Casca make an escape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  15. Berserk Season 1 Episode 12 - Those Who Cling, Those Who Struggle
    7.2/10(232 votes)

    #15 - Those Who Cling, Those Who Struggle

    S1:E12

    While the daylight is nearby, Guts and the crew have to defend themselves from the strange blob creatures. Nina runs into Luca.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  16. Berserk Season 2 Episode 1 - The Rent World
    7.2/10(237 votes)

    #16 - The Rent World

    S2:E1

    After encountering his old foe, Guts continues to look for Griffith.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  17. Berserk Season 2 Episode 6 - Fight for Survival Against the Demonic Legion
    7.2/10(197 votes)

    #17 - Fight for Survival Against the Demonic Legion

    S2:E6

    Shortly after reaching the village, demonic creatures are on their way. It's up to Guts, Serpico, Isidro and Schierke to hold their ground.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  18. Berserk Season 1 Episode 9 - Blood Flow of the Dead
    7.4/10(240 votes)

    #18 - Blood Flow of the Dead

    S1:E9

    Casca unveils her hidden powers, which attracts the attention of Mozgus. Guts is nearing Casca, and Luca meets a new entity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  19. Berserk Season 1 Episode 10 - Hell's Angels
    7.4/10(237 votes)

    #19 - Hell's Angels

    S1:E10

    Luca learned all about the strange, egg-shaped demon, while Guts fought against Mozgus' followers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  20. Berserk Season 2 Episode 8 - The Corruption of Qliphoth
    7.4/10(203 votes)

    #20 - The Corruption of Qliphoth

    S2:E8

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Kenzen

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  21. Berserk Season 1 Episode 11 - Shadows of Ideas
    7.5/10(235 votes)

    #21 - Shadows of Ideas

    S1:E11

    Guts is approaching Mozgus, while the strange blob is approaching the castle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  22. Berserk Season 2 Episode 10 - A Journey Begins in Flames
    7.5/10(201 votes)

    #22 - A Journey Begins in Flames

    S2:E10

    Guts puts on the Berserker armor and proceeds to fight Grunbeld.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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  23. Berserk Season 1 Episode 7 - The Black Witch
    7.7/10(259 votes)

    #23 - The Black Witch

    S1:E7

    Guts is finally close to finding Casca, but Casca has caught the heretics' eye, and the Holy Iron Chain Knights are also homing in on the heretics' location...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Makoto Fukami

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  24. Berserk Season 2 Episode 9 - The Berserker Armor
    7.7/10(250 votes)

    #24 - The Berserker Armor

    S2:E9

    While Guts is suffering from his heavy injuries, the only hope to defeat his strong opponent is to equip the mysterious armor hidden in the Witch's house.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Takashi Yamashita

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Branded Swordsman" is the worst rated episode of "Berserk". It scored 6.5/10 based on 373 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Makoto Fukami, it aired on 7/1/2016. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "City of Humans".