Guts is a complex character, showcasing both quiet introspection and forceful determination through his dialogue. The evolution of Guts' dialogue reflects his growth from an edgy anti-hero to a more mature, reasoned individual. Guts' quotes in Berserk provide insight into his internal struggles, trauma, and the themes of the series as a whole.

Berserk's Guts, though a hulking, '80's action-movie-esque hero of few words, has never allowed an opportunity for a great quote to slip by. Much of the magic of Berserk lies in its silence; the quiet, pensive, meditative moments. And the dialogue that's woven through that silence ties the total package together. At the same time, when the series decides it wants to be loud, messy, and forceful, Guts is just as capable of shouting one-liners that could make John McClane quiver.

Though Berserk has shifted focus and style throughout the 35 years it's been running, the series...