Berserk: The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition Features Susumu Hirasawa’s Brand-New Song in Third Promo Video
The highly anticipated Berserk: The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition continues to captivate fans with its latest promotional release. The third promotional video for the TV anime adaptation has been unveiled, featuring a brand-new song by the legendary composer Susumu Hirasawa, whose music has become synonymous with the Berserk franchise.
Promotional Highlights
The third promo video showcases stunning visuals from The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition, which reimagines the iconic storyline with enhanced animation and additional scenes to honor the legacy of Kentaro Miura’s masterpiece. Susumu Hirasawa’s haunting new track, created specifically for this edition, serves as the emotional backbone of the trailer, heightening its impact.
Susumu Hirasawa’s Legacy in Berserk
Susumu Hirasawa has been a cornerstone of Berserk’s identity, composing music for the original 1997 anime adaptation and subsequent projects. His tracks, such as “Forces” and “Guts’ Theme,” have left an indelible mark on fans, becoming iconic pieces of anime music history.
This new song reflects the intense emotions and dark beauty of the Golden Age Arc, a story that delves deep into themes of camaraderie, betrayal, and ambition. Fans of Hirasawa’s work can expect another masterpiece that complements the grandeur and tragedy of Berserk.
What is the Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition?
The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition revisits one of the most beloved arcs in the Berserk series, which chronicles:
- The rise of Guts as a mercenary.
- His fateful meeting with Griffith and the Band of the Hawk.
- The tragic downfall that culminates in the devastating Eclipse.
This edition enhances the original adaptation with new scenes, updated visuals, and remastered soundtracks, offering both longtime fans and newcomers a refined experience of the arc.
Release Details
- Studio: Studio 4°C
- Air Date: Memorial Edition is airing weekly in Japan. International streaming details are yet to be announced.
- Music: Susumu Hirasawa’s new song will feature prominently in the series, along with remastered versions of earlier tracks.
Fan Anticipation
The addition of a brand-new composition by Susumu Hirasawa has amplified excitement among Berserk fans. Known for his ability to evoke profound emotion and atmospheric depth, Hirasawa’s music is expected to elevate the already monumental arc to new heights.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition, as it continues to honor the legacy of Kentaro Miura with breathtaking animation and unforgettable music.
Berserk: The Golden Age Arc – Memorial Edition, the next television anime adaptation of Studio 4°C’s Berserk: The Golden Age Arc film trilogy, debuted a new promotional video on Saturday at the Aniplex Online Fest 2022 event. Susumu Hirasawa’s new insert song, “Ensei,” is included in the video (Expedition).
For the television adaptation, Mika Nakashima is singing the “Wish” closing theme song.
Starting on October 1st, Crunchyroll will start streaming the flicks’ television adaptations.
In Japan, Berserk: The Golden Age Arc I: The Egg of the King, Berserk: The Golden Age Arc II: The Battle for Doldrey, and Berserk: The Golden Age Arc III: The Advent debuted in 2012 and 2013, respectively. The movies were distributed on Blu-ray Disc and DVD in North America by Viz Media.
