Dad Reacts to Guts Theme (Post Eclipse)

[@adharbison1587]

The Loner, the Lone Wolf, The Wanderer, The Searcher…. The Struggler

[@MarioWendorf]

The Jonkler

[@wickednice5730]

Straggler

[@canarykenny]

The wolf howls but the hawk tuahs ---- Tagore

[@rinkibiswas3364]

​@@canarykennyI never said that shit ----- Tagore

[@SnakePlissken001]

Wanderer not "wonderer".

[@Jef_Jingles]

Welcome fellow struggler

[@muncherparsons704]

😂 welcome to the band of wedespisegriffith

[@roguewasbanned4746]

One of us One of us

[@muncherparsons704]

@@roguewasbanned4746 agreed!

[@sweetxcalibur5319]

Watcha buyin? stranger

[@su666human]

his smile and optimism: gone.

[@SpacemanLess]

Personally I don't think the song is representative of despair, I get more so feelings of longing. Whether Guts knew it or not, he wanted a place to belong be it Gambino, the band of the hawk, his current party, or to be with Casca herself after all that's happened.

[@PleasantLeech]

I think their is elements of despair. It's very dark and sad but also very beautiful and comforting at the same time. I feel like it represents the struggle of Gut's life good and bad. So I think the part of the stoy you're reading when you listen to this can definitely change the main emotion you feel. It really is a great piece.

[@lodestar27]

⁠@@PleasantLeech @SpacemanLess I feel like you both have a point, but this just brings to mind his title as a “struggler”. I feel like that word is so representative of despair, longing, contemplation, and the desire to persevere despite feeling lost. It makes me wonder what word the original Japanese uses because “struggler” is such a perfect word for Guts and I like how many Berserk fans will encourage one another with that title- we’re all just trying to get through life’s trials

[@Kinro-y]

Longing and hope amidst EVERYTHING GUTS HAD SUFFER THROUGH 🥲

[@jackkilburn1829]

Yes

[@griffinhead9218]

Completely agree. I believe unc will understand once guts finds his "family" again, in the falcon of the millenium arc

[@kavana.official]

I think the eclipse is a bad place to stop, because yes, this world is full of despair but Guts endures and this song almost has a glimmer of hope within it. We just need to struggle forward

[@Mclovinsnutt123]

Came to a similar conclusion myself 2 weeks ago after avoiding reading berserk for so long thinking it whas just trauma porn only to realuze sticking with the eclipse is like holding onto pain and avoiding it thinking time will just fix it .

[@kniveJustice]

Then you get to the end of the Fantasia arc to be crushed again.

[@pieeater108]

@@kniveJusticevery berserk ;)) it’s possible the ending could be something different

[@LateefA519]

I think it’s so interesting how the context of the story can completely change how you perceive art around it such as the guts theme after experiencing the eclipse. Thank you so much for these videos.

[@WeebMD_Podcast]

I totally agree! And thank you for enjoying them! 😊

[@Nostra.-.]

​​@@WeebMD_Podcastput him on vagabond

[@lovemevampire]

The “I really want to stay at your house” song from Cyberpunk Edgerunners is a good example. Im not trying to compare a peak anime to edgerunners but the song gets played in the beginning when things are happy and then in the end when everything has gone to crap.

[@Ariyn]

​@@lovemevampirePeak recognizes peak, brother

[@nolynylon]

0:18 it hit him

[@oscarjackson5284]

Caught him off guard… my favorite part about this ost

[@kararromad-rf2fw]

pop's looks so sad

[@unfortunate_user]

Bro look fried out of his mind from all the casca shi 😭

[@markusharroldhailey6688]

Pop look so tired man, he probably couldnt get much sleep after the eclipse

[@Jack-429]

What blind reading berserk does to a man

[@anonisnoone6125]

His reaction to the story is kinda making me wanna read Berserk now.

[@ledevin34]

@@anonisnoone6125 you should do it, it's a bit hard but once you have processed what you just read it will better you. It's worth your time (and emotion)

[@tuckddd9]

It’s a little corny, but I lived in my car for a couple years and during that time discovered Berserk, and I used to listen to this song when my mental was getting really bad and even sometimes in the gym lol, in the middle of the night when the demons attack. Even though he’s a fictional character there were a lot of parts about Guts’ character progression that resonated heavily with me, and there’s something about seeing someone who doesn’t handle their grief and rage very well that helps one who has some darkness themselves hold up a mirror. It’s kind of difficult to explain and it’s something you’ll see more if you keep reading, but I saw someone sum it up perfectly somewhere; Berserk disturbs the comfortable and comforts the disturbed. Miura was quite the masterful writer. edit, Also I binged the progression of your reactions all last night and am hoping you finish the series, its been great hearing your analysis and there’s so much more in store!

[@WeebMD_Podcast]

Wow this is a really heartfelt message and I hope things are better now than they were for you back then, I can’t definitely see how a character like guts can be comforting in that sense, I think as a woman Casca is written really well for women who have gone through similar experiences as her wether it be unrequited love or the horrors of the eclipse… it’s always so special to find that one character that speaks to you and your heart so I’m glad you found that in Guts 💗 So glad you’re enjoying our series and we hope you stick around, there is much more to come! 😊🙏🏼

[@Blackswordsman315]

Exactly this, Guts' struggle helps us get through the bad times. We might not be fighting literal demons but that doesn't make them any less real. Keep moving struggler💪

[@espelhodasconstelacoes]

God bless ya and Jesus loves ya man! I hope you have a wonderful journey and many great moments ahead!

[@racoobi]

This isn't corny at all, it's beautiful. " Berserk disturbs the comfortable and comforts the disturbed." is so true.

[@Beleth420]

Nah bro I used to have it as an alarm it would give me hope when times were bad, legit would wake me up and be at peace and be ready to tske on whatever happens. I might change it back but I don't have any of the ost on this phone. Sounds cringe but I always say to people guts is a character so good that it makes us feel like we can get through anything, even though he doesnt exist. It just shows how good berserk really is. Can't really say the same about other manga/anime characters being life changing, maybe ippo and baki because they motivate me to workout more lol but that's not beating despair and being at peace with the world. I still need to finish vagabond but I always start again after reading some then doing other stuff lol. Ive heard that can also be life changing.

[@benjamincasper7615]

Guts is one of the most emotional characters ever created.

[@nickelakon5369]

I feel like this song is perfect in that without sounding different its meaning can change depending on *how* you listen to it. Within deep pain the song sounds like desperate cries of despair. In lonliness it sounds like a plea for connection. In those moments of pause it feels like contemplating and dreaming. From a better place it feels like reflecting on the times you struggled, knowing where you are despite everything. Like ocean waves they can smoothly roll over our feet or crash into us and knock us over. We float atop the water but are surrounded by the inky black depths. This song is about any one thing Its about what makes us (guts) human.

[@aleksisuuronen5969]

I think the word melancholic fits the theme in many ways. There is some sort of longing while having despair in it.

[@乱-n4c]

He really is one of us now... 😢

[@thesoundofcolour]

I read somewhere way back from an interview with Kentaro Mirua that he often listened to Hirasawa Susumu’s music while he was drawing berserk and he thought that it was fitting that he did the OST for it.

[@protoaltus]

I love the fact that Gut's theme is a mix of despair, hope and somber moments. That there is so much distilled pain and trauma held within this man but there exists something else- hope. That one day it'll all be better and I guess that's why we're all Strugglers in a sense.

[@iluvlamas1288]

Keep up the good work!

[@WeebMD_Podcast]

Thanks, we’ll do our best!

[@THERI0NdotAI]

Have him do another one once he gets to the Blacksmith Confession, once Guts resolves to go rescue Casca from the tower of conviction. Guts's theme really hits different at EVERY point in his character arc. An underlying loneliness and sadness yearning for *something* that he doesnt know if he can ever have.

[@JimmyHxx]

For me the theme always mirrored what Guts wants but can’t have. Peace and love. It’s such a tame and beautiful song that contradicts his whole personality but I think if Berserk ends(pls let it happen even when I’m 50 then) we will see a Guts that fits that song perfectly. A Guts that managed to let go of all his hate. A Guts that is finally at peace

[@jaffarebellion292]

The real kicker is that Guts had all that; everything he ever wanted, for one perfect moment before it was all suddenly and violently ripped away. Guts and Casca's night by the waterfall was the only time up to that point where Guts could sleep without his sword, because in that moment, Casca was his sword. She provided him with the same comfort and security only his blade had in the past. How tragic then is it that her lifelong dream was to be Griffith's sword, and that wish was granted in the most horrific and twisted way imaginable? She was used as Griffith's sword, plunged straight into Guts' heart. For the love of Schnoz, why can't these two just find some damn happiness?

[@viperlordpaces]

Heed my words, Struggler. Soon a rain of blood, the likes of which you cannot imagine, shall fall down upon you. It will be a storm of death. But take heed, Struggler. Struggle, endure, contend. For that alone is the sword of one who defies death. Do not forget these words. - skull knight to guts

[@jackgoff6215]

It actually does take on different meanings as you read more and more. Really cool that he said that

[@sirkylelennify]

I always thought of the song as healing *from* despair. The few moments of peace that your years of struggling have bought you.

[@username_668]

I can see the pain in his eyes such poor man 😞

[@ieatmice751]

Guts is not truly the brutish berserker that people see him as. He is a lost soul and a truly intelligent and introspective man. He is definitely on par with Griffith in terms of intellect and philosophical understanding as shown by his decision to leave the band of hawk and the bonfire of dreams scene. He is man born of a lost world searching for peace and the family that was torn from him time and again, whether that be his dead mother, his upbringing with Gambino and his mercenaries, or finally the one where he felt he truly belonged, in the Band of the Hawk. His crusade against evil is everlasting because evil is a constant in life as is suffering. He has hopefully learnt though by now, through his love of Casca, Shierke, Farnese and Isidro that suffering is alleviated only by our bonds of love through others

[@RyomenRishabxgarou]

"ahhhh ohh yeah " just those words make this song legendary props to the singer 👏

[@mrmister2240]

The track “Forces” also hits very different after the eclipse. It was a joy and uplifting when watching through the ‘97 anime. Now it hurts.

[@TheMostAverageBerserkEnjoyer]

Man, I wanna give you hug. Just trust me, it will get better.

[@Xenithia]

stop lying bruh, its still not getting any better yet for guts

[@stealthtrooper7456]

A song that can describe almost every emotion

[@MasterlessVagrant]

I’ve always said that Guts Theme isn’t sad; it’s an invitation to feel. No matter what emotion it is, the theme pulls you in and makes it stronger

[@networknomad5600]

This. You understood the assignment.

[@bubbachubbs5262]

The Struggler is such a fitting and amazing title given to Guts by the Skull Knight.

[@dillasoul2228]

Glad he revisited the song, it really hits different after the eclipse

[@Veteransmoker]

I can't hear this music without tearing up because all I can think about is that Miura is no longer with us. 😭

[@Mrmoe198]

Oh, poor sweet man. Carry on. That song is a song of hope. Hope through sadness. Hope through despair. After the loss we've all shared, you're at the last D in DABDA. Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance. You'll make it.

[@koraegi]

Man if a dad who never read manga can take the leap and read Berserk maybe i should too

[@HeathcliffLCB]

“Griffith, may his name be forgotten forever.”

[@grimble4564]

The thing I always liked about this theme is how there's a sensitivity in it that you wouldn't except to be reflective of a character like Guts. Beneath all the armor and muscle is a man in pain who just wants better for himself and the people around him.

[@KolorJunk1e]

It’s just getting started OG!! Don’t let this get you down (even though it’s the lowest thing that one could imagine happening) the story will just continue to amaze !!

[@itsmilan4069]

this theme helps me to calm down from absolutely loosing it by reminding me that my problems aren't anything compared in comparison to those who are hardly living by

[@austinshaker7887]

I think it first plays when he comes to the realization that he has no dream of his own. It's not too much despair as it is a mixture of hope and the conflicting darkness that surrounds him and the world he lives in. He realizes he never had the chance to truly dream, fighting constantly throughout his life has made him strong and cunning, but this song is the true awakening of his introspection.

[@kugelblitzkrieg]

Definitely keep doing this throughout the series, I’m sure he’ll have new thoughts each time!

[@iamthebatsy]

This made me tear up for some reason.

[@tareknori712]

Same

[@pawemackowski451]

This is the way.

[@plantemor]

Gut's theme is deeply comforting to me. I know it's supposed to be sad, but everytime I listen to it, it just releases these crazy endorphins in my body that makes me feel like everything will be okay.

[@gnusch3109]

This is a story that sticks with you no matter how much time passes, no matter what happens. Sometimes a good story can change the way you live your life and I think everyone who‘s read this Manga and took it to heart comes out better person or at least more compassionate than before for his or her fellow strugglers. Thank you for letting us be part of your journey, much love from germany and please don‘t let what happened in the Eclipse discourage you from continuing the story. There is a lot more pain and suffering to go through but in the end one will realize that it never really was about fulfilling your dream or living a perfect live. It was about enduring the impossible, becoming stronger through all the hardships, protecting what and who is important to you and truely believing that no matter how bad things get, you must fight and continue on your path. Fighting for whats right means the light within you will not be extinguished, the pain will come to an end & the best is yet to come.

[@DonutGuard]

He may be an unhappy man fighting through a life of despair... but he's still fighting and that's what matters.

[@420lildonn]

Berserk is one of my favorite Manga of all time. I found myself lost in life living recklessly without a single care for my life or others. Reading this taught me to find my own true purpose whatever that may be. Here I am many years later married with two kids and I’m still on that journey but with new meaning behind it.

[@CopernicusLee]

This series is a delight. As someone that has a really hard time being observant, I love seeing people like yall give their well educated take on this.

[@masternest]

That’s what I love about music. It can mean so many things to so many people. And the meaning can even change over time

[@jkreincarnation]

This song encompasses every human emotion possible. It encompasses Guts himself. At times it screams sadness and at times it's complete happiness. Grandpops you will enjoy the journey.

[@jesusvargas5963]

Yes despair but also hope! The duality of this song is unparalleled

[@RickPat94]

Ahhhh I just wanna hug him 😭❤

[@Raphael_27]

Father. May you see the happiness in your life.

[@HanmaHeiro]

Thanks for sharing. Despair is what it feels like but there's more to it. Life is suffering but it's also about finding what's worthy of that suffering

[@superkye0461]

I see it as movement. The past is there, but he keeps wandering.

[@oompaCookie]

This guy is what made me watch berserker,i knew about the eclipse ending but ive neved seen this show,in truth i just finished watching,a complete masterpiece,in awe in how phenomenal this series is,i wish there was more of the 1997 series

[@zeldaaddicted6686]

I think it'd be great if he gets to see the signature 1997 anime scene for this theme, when Guts & Casca speak in the anime looking out at the Band of the Hawke's campfires in the night.

[@buzerker0183]

Struggle, endure, contend, for that alone it the sword that defies ones death

[@Forkedtt]

To me it’s not despair, to me it conveys a feeling of hope despite all the struggles he has and will continue to go through

[@TheAquarius87]

Even when you know it's coming, you're never prepared... I feel for you.

[@Feorh]

I'm waiting for you daily.

[@WeebMD_Podcast]

Thank you! 💗 More to come!

[@ieatmice751]

Waiting so long

[@Snowpspsp]

amazing reaction, hes like a eldin ring npc that will tell me a million stories, would be cool for him see dark souls, eldin ring etc

[@Davies46]

I cant wait. I cant wait I cant wait for you to get further into the series.

[@seanfranklin8679]

The way I’ve interpreted Guts is as a sword looking for a sheathe that fits

[@Jamesaj123]

Guts story is about endurance, quite literally the struggler

[@robertcerqueira3941]

Welcome to the struggle may he find his peace

[@DarthMorius]

There is beauty in everything, even despair.

[@Skeletone56]

The phrase this song reminds me of is "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani"

[@nousername7582]

I added this and the intro songs to my my playlist when I finished the anime, it just left me hollow wanting more 😭😭

[@inkchariot6147]

Berserk represents the eternal human struggle, the fight to find a reason to continue living.

[@catedoge3206]

he's now watching Frieren to cleanse himself from the filth that griffith has casted upon him.

[@yamster_]

my friend recently read berserk and got to the eclipse he called me and said he was never going to read a piece of literature again

[@ev7800]

despair and hope. hell yeah

[@koktszfung]

after reading further ahead, I hear hope in the theme

[@karlsnod2784]

This song to me is surviving something that you shouldn't have, and knowing that in the end you will have to struggle again and again... It's not disparity, it's resiliency in its undiluted form

[@raydiehl8990]

Remember that he is not “the sufferer” he is “the struggler” there is a huge difference!

[@chillerwhale1655]

After putting your dad through this pain you should give him a wholesome one like Ranking of Kings.

[@gabelarsen4375]

That's the exact word I thought before he said it. Wow

[@SwadBod]

I have so much respect for your father, you have no idea.

[@raccoonofsparta2771]

A struggler, we push against the tides of fate. No matter how relentless. We will not be held down by the laws of causality. We breach such bindings.

[@nicowokeuplikethis9145]

Your dad didn't just lose the fight, he suffers through it.

[@klapacjuszanimomon8501]

Bless this wholesome man

[@mick16wtf]

How elocuent, how marvellous. Even in the cold vastness of the internet it is a great thing to find bonfires in the night 🎩✊🏻

[@solidkenjy]

Bro looks 20 years older after reading the eclipse

[@Sludgedump]

That eclipse will break you down if you're not careful

[@M4RSBLEU]

to me idk it makes me feel like even in the nastiness and unease of the world (the weird ghostly transitions ) that there is still hope and beauty hence the angelic voice and the beautiful keys/melody. Those bad times although they may come back are never long.

[@waynestar1131]

Excited to see his take on him being called "the struggler"

[@kisukoev]

For me this song, along with "that's life" by Frank Sinatra, has the unique ability of making bad moments in life become (or at least seem) bearable

[@itovar5039]

I love berserk and I agree with him 100%

[@pawemackowski451]

This is the song of Carrying On. You are beaten, but you carry on. You are devastated, but you carry on. You are depressed, but you carry on. Because there might be some hope for you. There will be a better day, if you carry on. If you carry on, you will find peace. There are videos on KZbin "When Guts theme kicks in" maybe the will help to understand.

[@Ajax2696]

A beg to differ I feel like it’s more like a unique human triumph. To rise above what seems abysmal and still find light … that’s ..that’s going beyond ones limitations for the greater good.

[@Blighted_Ashes]

I'm not gonna lie. I can listen to this theme forever.

[@deadwar2012]

Hey. New fan here. Thank you for reading my absolute favorite series. I won’t spoil anything but the journey is far from over and you are in for what I consider to be one of the greatest character studies of what happens when a strong but vulnerable man is brought to the brink of oblivion, and it is incredibly worth it. I hope to enjoy your personal journey through these trials.

[@ova8311]

😂😂😂 his genuine reaction is killing me

[@SarJulem]

Guts, for all his muscles, bravery and loyalty...is a flawed broken man. Despite that he embodies the trait that all men inherently have and resonate with - subborn endurance. Life can/may suck, but damnit, it's our lives.

[@Null_Experis]

Despair, but also Hope.

[@adriansigler9197]

The one word for me is “Life.”

[@bl1neoner370]

Berserk Dad is my favourite!

[@Dot-hack]

If I had to describe that song in one word it would be “Longing”.

[@Teimonger7]

Holy fudge fish the soundtrack hits the feels

[@Juanjitsu135]

Look at what berserk has done to our boy

[@getrekt4903]

Anguish for what was and what could have been I feel that because when you read the manga you feel the pain guts never gives up on his loved ones but the pain is still very much there even when he has hope its the ever looming dark cloud that follows the path of the black swordsman

[@parker_pumpyt]

you should have him listen to it again after each arc or so