Man, that Griffith and Casca dynamic in 'Berserk' is one of the most heartbreaking things I’ve ever read. It starts with Casca being fiercely loyal to Griffith, almost worshiping him as this untouchable leader. She’s the only woman in the Band of the Hawk, and her devotion runs deep—part admiration, part unspoken love. But Griffith? He’s so focused on his dream that he barely acknowledges her feelings, even though she’s saved his life multiple times. It’s this painful one-sided tension that makes their relationship so tragic.
Then comes the Eclipse. Oh god, the Eclipse. Griffith’s betrayal isn’t just about sacrificing the Band of the Hawk—it’s personal with Casca. What he does to her is unspeakable, a violation that leaves her broken in every way possible. Guts’ rage is justified, but Casca’s trauma is the real gut punch. The fact that Griffith later 'saves' her in his Femto form adds another layer of horror. It’s like he’s twisted everything between them into something monstrous. Even now, when I reread those chapters, I feel this mix of anger and sorrow. Their story is a masterclass in how to write tragedy.