EVERY Berserk Manga Edition Compared - What’s the Best Way to Collect in English?

Hey guys! In this week's video, I'm doing a side by side comparison of the Berserk manga editions that have released with English translation so far, the Berserk DMP paperbacks, the Dark Horse paperbacks, and the Berserk Deluxe Editions!
Hope this video was helpful and thanks so much as always for watching!
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[@bofad6074]

I work at an amazon same day shipping center, and WOW people have been ordering so many of the deluxe editions. My last shift I think I had 30 separate packages that contained vol 1 of the deluxe editions. Feels good

[@fredrikgranstrom6743]

It is so awesome

[@turtleanton6539]

Wow

[@chester9718]

send me package for free

[@grimsonforce7504]

I work at amazon too I've seen quite of few deluxe editions floating by. Really cool.

[@mrbrit6746]

Could you guys handle and package them a little better then? The amount of books/manga I've had to return because they're arrived damaged is absurd ;)

[@CarlosAguilar-po5zu]

I must admit the paperbacks art on the cover is amazing but I am happy that I collect the deluxe edition. They look amazing on my shelf and I enjoy the larger size so I can enjoy this legendary manga.

[@turtleanton6539]

They have the covers anyway

[@AnimeCollective]

Man yeah, the paperbacks are awesome with their cover art but can't deny the quality and the look of the Deluxe Editions. Glad they included those cover art galleries in the Deluxe Editions too! The larger format is why I love them so much as well. His artwork is incredible to witness no matter what, but the Deluxe Editions do his artwork justice even more with their print quality and larger format.

[@beetheimmortal]

I'm also going for the Deluxe Editions, my collection of them is actually complete now. I really enjoy the large colour illustrations in the later books and I honestly can't imagine reading Berserk in a smaller format now.

[@Bapi_i]

they look encyclopedias super aesthetic imo

[@InfamyOrDeath-__-]

Berserk is amazing, it’s by far my favourite story ever, nothing else even comes close for me. The deluxe editions are amazing and is definitely the best way to read it. Such an amazing series, such breathtaking art.

[@AnimeCollective]

I feel the same way! There's so many incredible manga series out there, but man, nothing ever seems to compare for me. I agree about the Deluxe Editions being the best way to read Berserk. The large format and the way the artwork looks in them is amazing!

[@Jesus_Zendejas]

@@AnimeCollective i didnt know there was a deluxe edition until my cousin gifted me one for christmas

[@nikosdaniil9225]

​@@AnimeCollective Does Deluxe Edition includes chapter 83?

[@vagabondvinlandsagashamoan2046]

try reading Vagabond and Kingdom they're awesome and amazing just like Berserk

[@InfamyOrDeath-__-]

@@nikosdaniil9225 No it’s not in the deluxe editions, that’s not a part of the story anymore, it was removed by Miura.

[@brandonhill8456]

It makes me cry how good the deluxe editions are. They really did Berserk justice.

[@Mythrandr]

Was just re-reading the Deluxe Editions this morn! Miura's breathtaking art is out in full splendor in the bigger deluxe editions :D

[@AnimeCollective]

Really love their larger format and couldn't agree more! Awesome that you are re-reading them! I was recently thinking that I need to do the same thing.

[@turtleanton6539]

Yes

[@JustWhyFFS]

Diggin the clean approach of your editing. No distractions or fluff, just info. Much appreciated.

[@karanmavi4793]

Thankyou for these kind of reviews they really helps us out. The fact that you even compare things like readability, sfx and spine arts is such a plus! Hey and i loved the intro part of the video, your love for Berserk was evident and it does make me very happy. Miura might not be with us anymore but his work has inspired millions and will keep doing that. Thank you again!

[@AnimeCollective]

Oh wow thank you so much and I'm glad it was helpful!! Berserk means a lot to me, so I'm really happy to hear my passion for it came through! I really appreciate you for taking the time to say such kind things! I appreciate it a lot and hope you have an awesome week!!! And I couldn't agree more. The impact he made and the legacy he left behind will forever inspire others!

[@spawn345bl8]

I am a proud owner of Deluxe volumes 1 and 2 and I do intend to collect all in this format as they come along! I've watched all the available anime of Berserk, and also read quite ahead of the manga online, but holding this Bible of a book in my hands and enjoying the art in such a larger scale and pristeen quality is something else! It makes me feel like I am reading it for the first time. Can't wait to get to the volumes where I left off, but I also kinda don't want to rush it, since it is so enjoyable for me.

[@ErEntheANIMATOR]

This is probably the best video, straight to the point, extremely informative and really well present. Ive sent this to family and friends who were interested and this video helped them decide. Berserk is a genuine 10/10.

[@Mythowars]

I’ve gotten the first two deluxe books both for 30 bucks. I’ve been alive for 25 years and I’ve never spent money better then there. Best story I’ve ever seen.

[@fredrikgranstrom6743]

Fully agreed

[@turtleanton6539]

Right

[@strawberrymoon1323]

whereeeeeee?

[@MoahGentle]

Where? The first is 28 bucks cheapest now

[@glassfilmshouse]

this is seriously so helpful! as someone that wants to get into the story after reading the first few issues, i always worry about getting the story “the best way” or with the most author intent remaining, and this comparison is so helpful for that! thank you! 🙏

[@FireFox-er7qj]

I think that Dark Horse will do a 14th deluxe edition that will be a 2 in 1 instead of a 3 in 1 to collect volumes 40 and 41.

[@matejajankovic8531]

I would really like if they added the exhibition artbook in the 14th deluxe, but it probably won't happen

[@AnimeCollective]

Not quite sure how they'll split up the remaining volumes just yet, but this is definitely a potential!

[@ChampionMarauder]

Hopefully. I want those final chapters in this format.

[@graphite7898]

Seeing how now the story is being continued, it doesn't seem that they will ne needing to do that anymore! It will definitely be a bit before volume 42 is finished in it's entirety, but it is more certainly coming.

[@turtleanton6539]

Possibly

[@jan.k8913]

Had no idea about this channel and just clicked and watched because this is exactly content I want more of. Awesome job.

[@SinthetikLED]

I just love the look of the volumes on my shelf, also the cover art is always amazing.

[@GoMurillo95]

Currently i'm waiting for the 5th issue of Deluxe edition to arrive but i was curious about the other options and this video explained everything i wanted to know, crystal clear. Thanks!

[@joedenby2645]

This is great, was considering taking the plunge and this was a great help. I've just ordered vol 1 deluxe edition, thanks!

[@kgmsosa8230]

Love the detail you go into, good work🙌🏽

[@casonconley6920]

Thank you. Great descriptions, you sold me on the deluxe editions.

[@happy_camper]

I really appreciate your comparison. Very helpful!

[@sondog5789]

This is the comparison video I've been looking for! Great job.

[@AnimeCollective]

Thank you!!! I really appreciate your kind words!!

[@PhoenixBlade538]

Berserk is my absolute favorite manga too! The story makes me cry every time (for both the sweet and the sad moments, like you said), each page is legitimately a work of art, and I love love love the characters. Generally, I prefer reading manga digitally (I know I know, it's blasphemous, but it's super convenient and there's NO gutter loss!!). I try not to have a lot of stuff because I move and travel regularly, but THESE DELUXE EDITIONS ARE SO WORTH IT! They look beautiful and every single time I open them up I am immediately immersed in Miura's artwork. The sewn binding is really the best-- part of me wishes all manga was released like this (but the other part of me knows that I'd have way too much manga if that were the case). Anyway, these volumes make me so happy, and I'd highly recommend them to any Berserk fan! Thanks as always for the video; I love having a reason to geek out about Berserk :)

[@AnimeCollective]

So awesome to hear that its your favorite as well! There are few series where I love as many characters as I do in Berserk (another I can think of would be Dorohedoro!) but usually I'll have one or two favorites in a manga. Not with Berserk though, there's too many to count so I am the same way! Absolutely love the characters too. It's definitely one just gets you every time emotionally and glad to hear it connected with you in that way also. Nothing wrong at all with reading manga digitally! I too read a lot of series digitally especially with apps like the Shonen Jump app and what not and totally get that about traveling! It's much more convenient for sure. Awesome to hear that you picked up the Deluxe Editions! I couldn't agree more. They are absolutely beautiful editions and they do his artwork justice. I also would love to see more and more series printed this way. Have a feeling they are on the way because there's a high demand for hardcover, collector's editions! Here's hoping! Thank you so much for sharing your love for Berserk and for all of your kind words! It's awesome to connect with others who feel the same way about Berserk! 😄

[@mightysrk]

Thanks for this! I’ve been a long time fan of berserk but recently have fell in love with the series all over again 😊 I’ve been debating which edition to start collecting again as I’ve lost most of my comics and stuff through time. I will be getting the deluxe editions because of this review! Subbed!

[@13Psycho13]

Thank you so much for an invaluable, thorough overview!

[@Desmond_Video_Discussions]

Berserk is the first manga series ive seriously thought about buying (along with Fire Punch) and this video was such a great help, thank you so much. I was really looking into the deluxe editions before but was worried since the pages are way bigger the image may actually look blurrier and less sharp, turns out it was the exact opposite. thank you!

[@funnyvalentine5407]

Thank you! I needed a video like this.

[@Kuro4]

Thanks so much for the info! Gonna save up and start collecting the deluxe editions at some point

[@Seanbo88]

This was super helpful, thank you!

[@Nice2KnowU117]

Your channel is so cool!!! Your manga collection is GOALS

[@sadmelody1833]

Best compact reviews I've ever seen *Thank you so much nice lady*

[@Guttabee]

Just ordered all 10 of the deluxe versions the other day! Ive been living somewhere I couldn't order things online, but had internet. I had to dive into the anime, and am enthralled with it. 1990s anime first, then the movies, and then the newer ones (which I don't actually hate), but now I'm about to dive into my first manga. So even if you hate the anime, it converted at least one person to trying out manga lol.

[@tsb.m]

@Madalin Cristian guess we’ll never know

[@MoahGentle]

I don't hate the anime but the first series is so much better than the new ones.. Starting to collect the manga now after 15 plus years of being a Berserk anime fan.

[@ketami2]

I love that you're doing these comparisons. This is what I'm always looking for when I'm trying to decide what version of something to buy.. I noticed you have not done a comparison of the releases of the releases of blade of the immortal. Or at least I didn't see it. Would you please consider doing a comparison of the different versions of that manga.. It's hard to really compare them when I can't really open it really opened the Deluxe version without unwrapping the plastic.

[@MegaSolidgamer]

Ook lady this video just persuaded me to switch to Deluxe editions depsite having the first 3 in the single volumes and loving the small manga format. But the thing that you can spread the page and see all the artwork in the two pages without killing the spine got me excited!!

[@danielrooney431]

Im beginning to collect the Berserk manga and this was great help thank you.. Great content!.

[@mikegraziano8680]

I’ve been loving these deluxe editions! It Would be cool to see a video like this for blade of the immortal

[@SNOWLEOPARDCOWBOY]

I’m so glad I found your channel!! You’re so underrated!! I’m so glad I found you early as you’re definitely going to grow!! Such high quality.

[@AnimeCollective]

Man thank you so much and I'm happy that you stumbled upon the channel as well!!! This is very kind of you to say and I really appreciate it a lot!

[@stevewalter4552]

Thanks for this review, you ended up convincing me to get the Deluxe version. Can't wait for the first book to arrive.

[@JesterJeb]

Was curious about some of the things touched on in this video thanks for making it!

[@AnimeCollective]

Of course and thank you so much!!!

[@Zizi_top]

Great reviews - thank you!

[@Kingu]

Currently on Deluxe edition 6 and really enjoying the series. Great video, very comprehensive. One thing I’ll say about deluxe is the readability. Collecting 3 volumes into one really helps for the fact that I cannot stop once I start reading. I find myself thumbing my way past the divider for another book very naturally. It’s so fluid and easy just blazing through chapters in rapid succession. Single volumes would drive me crazy with anticipation.

[@maxmas935]

Thanks for the video it was very useful to me, keep up the good work!

[@altaria2347]

I'm getting the Deluxe vol 1 and vol 2 delivered today, can't wait to read!

[@karlosibarra6764]

read it when you have time, don't let anyone to disturb your reading. this a master piece, I enjoyed a lot vol 1 can't wait to read the 2th deluxe!

[@AnimeCollective]

That's so exciting! Enjoy!!!

[@ShampooVR.]

@@karlosibarra6764I had to get my mom to buy it I was just praying she didn’t open it and see how terrifying it was lol

[@ekris01]

About 1 year ago a friend at work introduced me to Berserk, I started by watching the 1997 anime and am now 4 deluxe editions in (5 and 6 will arrive tomorrow). I know I'm late to the series but man I am absolutely in love with Miura's work (as you can see my pfp and banner xD). It's easily become my favorite manga series.

[@Liz-with-a-smile]

Thank you for the thorough review. Helped me a lot.

[@AnimeCollective]

Of course and thank you as well! I'm happy to hear that it was helpful and really appreciate it!!

[@shelneselie7532]

Amazing comparison video 🔥🔥🔥.

[@AnimeCollective]

Thank you so much!!!

[@matt-cn4gq]

I was always wondering why one of my volumes was Dark Horse on the spine, and the rest were DMP. Great video!

[@britneynixon.]

this was very helpful, thank youuu

[@JoaoOliveira-ql2mk]

First video of your channel that I'm watching and I gotta say that it's so well structured and straight to the point, great video! +1 subscriber Also Berserk is amazing and I'm trying to collect the paperbacks (for now)

[@gangsterdelamour]

I appreciate how thorough you were in making this video. Berserk is also my all time favorite and I’ve been debating for some time now how I would like to collect the series. After watching your review I’ve finally made my decision…DELUXE. Thank you so much!

[@TakeOver3mpire]

recently got into Berserk and for $5 more i didnt mind buying the deluxe versions. You get a nice leather hardcover and large art. Its so worth it.

[@shpimpasta1975]

Started my collection of the Deluxe Edition the other day. LOVE THEM

[@mtado4933]

Thanks! This has been informative.

[@RoyFizzle]

For the longest time I’ve wanted to read berserk but it wasn’t till I saw the deluxe editions in a house I was working at that I finally decided to pick them up. Awesome btw

[@levidackerman3203]

wow thanks for the video. Now I am more motivated to read my berserk deluxe editions now

[@akagi9475]

Great video!!

[@xAlundrax]

Thanks to you and Kentaro, grabbing the deluxe edition next check.

[@AshitakaYakul]

This video makes me happy to have chosen the deluxe editions when I decided to buy the manga. Thanks for the video. subbed

[@reidsord]

This is a very informative and well produced video.

[@AnimeCollective]

Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate it and it means a lot to hear that you thought the video was informative and produced well!

[@HEHEXDLOOOL]

First video I saw on your channel, pretty good review! Btw, book size of the thickness of the books is a pretty important part, so thanks for the info! Many people forgett that we dont have infinite room for our collection :D

[@AnimeCollective]

Hey, thank you so much!!! Space is a never-ending issue for us collectors, so I definitely wanted to add that in. Happy to hear that it was helpful and I will continue including this in my future reviews! Thanks again!

[@fredrikgranstrom6743]

For sure

[@alejandromontalvo7825]

This is the first one of your videos that I’ve seen but I saw that Akira poster in the back and I swear to god imma subscribe and watch every one of your vids

[@RossAshmore]

Thanks for this highly detailed video. As a Dark Souls fan since the first game, the influence of Berserk has popped up time and time again, and now I'm finally ready to jump in and experience the Manga that has been touted as the greatest of all time. I'm very new to Manga and had no idea how to start, so your video has helped me, so I'll be jumping in with the deluxe editions. I look forward to experiencing this amazing story! Thanks again, your videos really do help the uninformed get a good understanding about things!

[@RossAshmore]

Just finished my Berserk journey, collected all 14 Deluxe Hardcovers, and read through them all, and it was such an incredible journey! Thank you again for this video, you helped get me started, I'm forever changed having read this masterpiece of fiction!

[@TheNotoriousNemo]

thank you for this video, i have the deluxe, i didnt even know there was 2 different paperbacks

[@ven2209]

The deluxe's paper quality is really good. Can't wait for it to arrive!

[@AnimeCollective]

Man it really is! Hope they arrive soon and exciting that you have them on the way!

[@tomperetz1281]

Very good video !! Good luck and hope to see more of you ! 🙂

[@328eugenio]

Just bought my first deluxe edition. This video helped a lot, thanks for that and I cannot wait :)

[@AnimeCollective]

That's exciting that you bought your first Deluxe Edition and hope you enjoy! Really happy to hear that the video helped a lot and thank you so much for your kind words!!

[@gerasgera]

I just bought the first 5 volumes from Dark Horse at a store in my area I'm so excited

[@edword8040]

Wow this is a cool channel, these vids are very chill to watch

[@2011vortex]

We love Berserk, very beautiful to see your videos and your passion.

[@smokyx]

thank you for this video, much appeciated!

[@sunsandshadowscast]

great breakdown!

[@kayareece3359]

ive recently started collecting the deluxe editions and i love the manga so much, great video!

[@barbielee127]

this is very informative thank you

[@ju1cycrackfa1ry]

nice, I have the deluxe editions thru number 6. This is the only manga I have ever owned and I have always wondered if I was missing out by not purchasing the individual volumes. Turns out I'm winning lol thank you for the detailed review. I'll be checking out your other reviews cuz you seem to collect other stuff I love like Gantz

[@CB7368]

I'm honestly going to try to get the deluxe edition of berserk I'm new to the series and I'm never seen it yet but I heard good things about it and this video confirms that I rather get the deluxe edition over the paper backs.

[@Hobbyman1234]

Very well put together video. 🎉

[@oblivious._]

Thank you for this, im not a fan but i wanted to check it out since trusted sources say it's the best thing since sliced bread. And your video helped me decide how i wanted to experience the story. God bless

[@discipleofthecapedbaldy962]

Well this is a new recommendation... beautiful girl with an Akira poster, profound love for Berserk, and Hellsing, Blame, Knights of Sidonia, Gantze, etc on the shelves. Yeah I think I'll sub :D For sure the Deluxe Berserk is the way to go. I finally - FINALLY - got my volume 9 earlier today here in the UK after many delays and there's just no question that these volumes really do justice to Miura's style and meticulousness. The man is and always will be a legend and his work deserves nothing less. As someone who hasn't owned the normal volumes though I've been curious how they compare, so this was a helpful insight! Great breakdown and many thanks!

[@Simi_Tutu]

Thank you so much this vedio helped me make a decision! I will be order the Deluxe editions. The art looks amazing in them 😍 👏

[@tom-ov6mw]

BERSERK IS BACK

[@philemonevans1814]

Could listen to you talk about Berserk all day

[@eduardobenassi3072]

I'm collecting the Deluxe edition, but it's gonna take a while... I've been reading a few dark fantasy books as well, some _even darker_ than Berserk, believe it or not. This manga has hit me as hard as some of the more sophisticated writers out there, which is insane. Miura is an absolute legend, his work is truly unforgettable.

[@cecil8587]

Nice vid and also can't wait for volume 41 to come out in english.

[@AveChristusRex789]

I’m still collecting the deluxe edition of berserk, can’t wait to get them all

[@katra777]

I am collecting both paperback and deluxe. Have not started on the deluxe collection but I am making space for it.

[@Emma-R]

Can’t believe I never noticed this channel before. But this is how you do a comparison video. Every aspect is highlighted in detail. Well done! Of course, now my belief to hold on to the DMP singles is shaken. It took me some effort to complete, but you can’t deny the quality upgrade of the Deluxes. What a tough decision to make.

[@2noah2]

Thank you for this information, I was planning on buying the Berserk manga

[@nocturneprividyenie2391]

Least I now know what to do as far as collecting this particular manga. Thank you. ^_^

[@bear5180]

As a film major still one of my favorite twists twist with the big twist… i do not want to give too much away but i love this so much. Watching the movie made me want to read it and i enjoyed it so much more.

[@nokiahardstyle]

Fantastic vid

[@MrSlaughterrific]

I have the first 10 deluxe and a couple of the paperbacks that have my favorite covers like #38

[@VaSoapman]

Those deluxe editions lined up like that on the shelf look amazing.

[@fredrikgranstrom6743]

For sure

[@pabloherrera1271]

The Akira poster in the back 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 loved this video 🫶🏽 bersek is what got me into reading manga as well

[@WangFuAdam]

i see the way you have your deluxe manga in the back there...berserk, hellsing, high school of the dead i had mine set up like that too but then changed it to berserk, HSOTD, hellsing... the spines of HSOTD from black to red is the perfect transition colors from berserk to hellsing... try it out and let me know what you think!

[@AnimeCollective]

Ah never even thought of that but you are right they do transition perfectly color-wise between the two! May mess with me a bit not having my Deluxe Editions in the same area, but definitely worth a shot. Thanks for sharing this! I will try it out and see what I think!

[@georgemichaelis1664]

i have already been collecting the dark horse version, but I am happy that I did. I want to keep reading and catch all the way up to the newest released volume. I also personally like the feel of a more traditional manga book being smaller and more portable is fun to have imo

[@georgemichaelis1664]

maybe I will still get the deluxe edition eventually when it all comes out

[@astroshareni]

Thank you for the video.

[@HeartlessTank]

I’ve collected all 14 deluxe editions in a matter of less than 3 months! People called me crazy, but buying em all on Amazon was worth it, I see you’re collecting the dark horse singlebacks. I decided that ima go the other route, and collect all the Young Animal Comics paperbacks! I currently have some, but I love the texture of the art covers on the Japanese paperbacks, they’re beautiful, and I get them a very cheaper price since I order them from Japan. Love this video! BERSERK is also my favorite manga, and it made me cry a couple of times…

[@TheBat_1313]

Berserk is also my favorite manga! I have started collecting the Deluxe editions and I must say I am impressed!

[@louiskemner3216]

I got into Berserk in mid-2021 or so and got the first six deluxe editions right away, then started collecting them as they were released. They're great omnibuses and I plan to collect only the hardbacks, even if the single volumes go much further in the story right now. It's worth the wait (and savings) to stick to just the deluxes.

[@turtleanton6539]

Deluxes are soon caught up

[@awesomebrand6122]

I have all the paperbacks. Started collecting starting from Volume 27 before the Darkhorse singles (prior to that I was reading Berserk online) and after they started reprinting the series I accepted whatever I got, with a majority of my collection being the Darkhorse spines. I'd LOVE to get the Deluxe Editions but alas my shelf has no dang room. x.x

[@ScottE-2]

Something interesting to note is that, in one chapter featuring the canon arm, a localizer for Dark Horse had Guts say "groovy", a nod to Evil Dead 2. Which then got removed in the deluxe version, which is a shame but not a huge loss. I appreciate you going through both the paperback and Deluxe editions. I am slowly collecting my favorite parts of Berserk since I don't have too much physical space to properly show them.

[@Nhurgle]

Wow !! Never noticed before but Guts' belt buckle as a mark very similar to the Brand of Sacrifice