Back in 1997, a Berserk TV anime series attempted to tackle the dark tale of the Black Swordsman known as Guts. It only ran for 25 episodes, but it is arguably the best anime adaptation to date.

Berserk's best arcs delve into themes of perseverance and healing from deep traumas. The Black Swordsman Arc sets up Guts' character and poses important questions. The Conviction Arc, particularly ...