Fans of Kentaro Miura`s acclaimed dark fantasy manga, Berserk, can now find unprecedented discounts on the premium Deluxe Editions. During a special Amazon sales event, many of these luxurious hardcover volumes are available at over 50% off their usual price. For instance, Berserk Deluxe Edition Volume 1, a substantial 700-page book typically priced at $50, is currently available for just $21.77. Such significant savings on these collector`s items, which Dark Horse Comics began re-releasing in 2019, are a rare occurrence.
Several initial Deluxe Edition volumes are priced at $25 or below, with many other editions enjoying discounts exceeding $20. While some of these incredible deals are exclusive to Amazon Prime subscribers, a significant portion is accessible to all customers. The complete set of 14 Deluxe Editions encompasses the entirety of Kentaro Miura`s iconic manga series, a brilliant and often brutal saga of swordsmanship, dark magic, and the relentless struggle against destiny.
Berserk Deluxe Edition Manga Offers
These premium hardcover volumes, originally priced at $50 each, are seeing substantial price reductions. Many volumes are available for under $35, with several even dropping below $25. This makes it an ideal opportunity to complete or begin your collection of these elegantly designed editions.
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 1 – now $21.77 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 2 – now $23 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 3 – now $25.06 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 4 – now $24.76 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 5 – now $31.59 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 6 – now $25.60 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 7 – now $31.15 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 8 – now $30.58 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 9 – now $28.71 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 10 – now $23.86 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 11 – now $29.76 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 12 – now $28.37 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 13 – now $32 (originally $50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 14 – now $30.33 (originally $50)
Berserk is renowned as a seminal dark fantasy epic, centering on the tormented mercenary Guts as he embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance. This compelling and often haunting narrative is crafted for mature readers, featuring unsparing depictions of brutality and tragedy on every page.
Each Deluxe Edition is a beautifully crafted hardcover, bound in durable leatherette. These oversized volumes typically consolidate three standard manga volumes, offering a comprehensive reading experience. Delivered shrink-wrapped when new, these substantial books, each approximately 700 pages, are significant additions to any bookshelf.
The fourteenth and most recent Deluxe Edition holds special significance, as it compiles Kentaro Miura`s final contributions to the series. Unlike previous volumes, this edition combines Volumes 40 and 41 with the Berserk Official Guidebook. This guidebook enriches the reading experience by providing essential background details and expanded lore. The guide is also available as a standalone paperback, currently priced at $11.30, reduced from its original $15.
Complete Your Berserk Collection
Dark Horse Comics released Berserk Volume 42 in both paperback and ebook formats on March 18th. Readers can acquire the paperback edition for $10, a reduction from its original $15 price point. This volume marks a significant release as the first new installment since Miura`s passing in 2021. This 192-page paperback features a fold-out, double-sided cover and progresses the `Fantasia` storyline, the fifth major arc of the manga. Its creation was carefully guided by Miura`s close friend, Koji Mori, with the illustrations and writing completed by Miura`s dedicated assistants.
For those looking to delve deeper into the Berserk universe, The Flame Dragon Knight novel offers a compelling side story. Based on an original concept by Kentaro Miura and penned by Makoto Fukami, this 192-page book explores the origins of a key antagonist from the main series. Currently, Berserk: The Flame Dragon Knight is available in paperback for $12.74, reduced from $15.
Berserk Manga Paperback Edition Deals
For readers who prefer the more traditional, smaller format, all 42 volumes of Berserk are still readily available in standard trade paperback editions. Each volume, approximately 200 pages, has a suggested retail price of $15, but Amazon frequently offers these at a discount. Additionally, select paperback volumes qualify for Amazon’s `Buy Two, Get One Free` book promotion until October 11th. It`s worth noting that purchasing three individual paperbacks can sometimes be more costly than investing in the equivalent content within a single Deluxe Edition hardcover.
- Berserk Vol. 1 – now $11.45 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 2 – now $10.17 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 3 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 4 – now $10.61 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 5 – now $12.19 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 6 – now $9.24 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 7 – now $12.64 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 8 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 9 – now $9.24 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 10 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 11 – now $11.88 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 12 – now $15
- Berserk Vol. 13 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 14 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
- Berserk Vol. 15 – now $12.74 (originally $15)
Berserk Anime Adaptations on Blu-ray
- Berserk: The Complete 1997 TV Series (Blu-ray) – now $48 (originally $60)
- Berserk: The Golden Age Arc: Memorial Edition (Blu-ray) – now $41 (originally $70)
- Berserk (2016): The Complete Series (Blu-ray) – now $39.62 (originally $70)
Over the years, the Berserk saga has been brought to life through various television and film adaptations. The 1997 anime series is widely considered the most faithful and beloved interpretation of Miura`s original narrative. This classic adaptation was released on Blu-ray last year and is currently available for $48, a discount from its original $60.
The `Golden Age Arc,` a cinematic trilogy from 2012-2013, also received a Blu-ray release last year in the form of The Golden Age Arc: Memorial Edition. This version re-edits the films into a 13-episode television series, now discounted to $41 from its $70 list price during Amazon`s sales event. Finally, the 2016 adaptation, despite facing criticism for its animation quality, does pick up the story directly after the `Golden Age Arc` and offers engaging characters and plot developments across its 24 episodes. Berserk 2016: The Complete Series on Blu-ray is offered at $39.62 (reduced from $70) and is eligible for Amazon`s `Buy Two, Get One Free` Blu-ray promotion.