Griffith's sudden manifestation ripples through every spirit in Elfhelm. Drawing near him breaks Casca as her memories surge and her brand pours blood, while Guts hurls himself forward to cut his old commander down.
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Summary
The arrival of Griffith sends a shudder through every astral being dwelling in Elfhelm, his presence impossible to ignore. As Casca draws close to him, a torrent of memory crashes over her and the Brand of Sacrifice etched into her skin bleeds heavily, throwing her into shock.
Key Events
Overwhelmed by the sight of Griffith and the anguish it stirs, Casca buckles under the weight of her returning past. Guts, seeing his enemy within reach, throws himself forward in a bid to strike Griffith down.
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Notes
This chapter is the first in the series overseen by Kouji Mori and drawn entirely by the Studio Gaga staff who had trained under Kentarou Miura. It shared a single Young Animal issue with the following episode and marked the return of Berserk after a nine-month pause that followed Miura's death.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when Griffith arrives in Berserk episode 365, "Stillness of the Waning Moon"?
Griffith's manifestation sends a shock through every astral being in Elfhelm. When Casca draws near him, a flood of memories overwhelms her and the Brand of Sacrifice on her skin bleeds heavily, leaving her in shock.
How does Guts react to seeing Griffith in this episode?
Guts sees his old commander within reach and throws himself forward in a bid to strike Griffith down.
Why does Casca's Brand of Sacrifice bleed in this chapter?
Casca's Brand of Sacrifice bleeds because Griffith's sudden presence triggers a surge of traumatic memories, overwhelming her and throwing her into shock.
Why is Berserk episode 365 significant in the manga's production history?
Episode 365 is the first Berserk chapter overseen by Kouji Mori and drawn entirely by the Studio Gaga staff who trained under Kentarou Miura, marking the series' return after a nine month hiatus following Miura's death.
Which magazine issue did "Stillness of the Waning Moon" appear in?
"Stillness of the Waning Moon" ran in Young Animal issue 13, sharing the issue with the following episode, "Eye of the Maelstrom."
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