Note: This review was written at 286 chapters read. Ergo, not everything said maybe true after this point.

I feel compelled to write a review about this manga because it is such a masterpiece. Everything is 10/10 for Berserk. However, I am not writing to justify why it is so great, rather why it is so disgustingly realistic in comparison to the real world, as well as the great lessons one can receive from it.

What hits home for me in this story revolves around the saying, "The end justifies the means."
The story shows Griffith, (SLIGHT SPOILERS) a warrior who will do whatever it takes to have his own kingdom, by whatever means necessary. Throughout the story he is praised as a god or as an angel by the religious characters. Although, the way he received his heavenly appearance and power was demonic. Note that this manga is nowhere near over. Furthermore, if Griffith does ultimately achieve his goal and rule as a holy king, will this justify the slaughter and violation of his friends? That is for the reader to decide, but I believe most would agree to disagree.

This can be related back into real life where the public is unaware of what took place in order for someone to gain publicity and praise (A one sided story).

Berserk also shows an immeasurable about of suffering through Guts' character. In the end, what will he have suffered for? What will he achieve? All I can think of is revenge, or self justification and peace. This relates to how sometimes people will work and suffer for countless time without reaching what they were looking for or being disappointed in an outcome.

Another topic Berserk brings up is time and mistakes. Guts' made many mistakes in the beginning of the story that lead to his friends deaths and his own suffering. Without a doubt he would go back and change what he did in the past in order to prevent this if he could. Alas, that is impossible. The story displays how once something is said it cannot be taken back or that how once something is done it cannot be undone. Guts understands this and continues living life without dwelling on his past mistakes which is a great lesson provided by this story.

Something else that is very distinguishing about Berserk is the monster attempting to overcome Guts. I believe the monster represents all of the protagonist's pain and suffering as well as the anger and hatred he feels. It is malice. These feelings are within every human and Berserk basically says that it sucks and you just have to deal with it, which is true. There is no way to get rid of it but to keep your wits and fight. No other piece of literature that I have read or seen has shown this quite as well.

Finally, the last topic that makes Berserk such a great piece of literature is Guts and his friends resolve. No matter what Guts never broke down throughout the story and never gave up. This is another important lesson provided by the manga. It demonstrates how if Guts had given up he would've died with his friends, but instead his tenacity paid off and he lived. Despite all the pain and suffering Guts has to live with he is still alive.

10/10 This will forever be a masterpiece!