Berserk of Gluttony
Berserk of Gluttony

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Berserk of Gluttony

2023
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Japanese

Fate Graphite was born into a world where magical skills shape your destiny. His skill is Gluttony, a seemingly useless curse of unending hunger that has left him shunned and looked down upon. Until one day, after he takes the life of a thief, his true power awakens: he can devour the skill of anyone he kills to feed his appetite. Will he learn to control this gruesome ability for the better?

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IMDb7.1/10
Google Users85%
Director: Tetsuya WatanabeGenres: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural

Plot Summary

In a world ruled by the power of Greed, Fate, a young man burdened by his own insatiable hunger, discovers he possesses the formidable Greedy Sword. This legendary weapon allows him to consume the souls and powers of those he defeats, granting him immense strength. However, this power comes with a dark curse, as he must constantly fight against his own gluttony and the monstrous form it threatens to unleash.

Critical Reception

Berserk of Gluttony received a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its action sequences and unique power system, some critics noted that the narrative could be predictable and that certain character developments felt rushed. Audience reception was generally favorable, with many enjoying the dark fantasy elements and the protagonist's power progression.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and the compelling concept of a protagonist fueled by gluttony.

  • Criticized for a somewhat generic plot progression and pacing issues in character development.

  • Appreciated for its dark fantasy atmosphere and the visual execution of its power system.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Berserk of Gluttony' to be an engaging dark fantasy anime with exciting combat and a unique premise centered around the protagonist's insatiable hunger. Many enjoyed the power scaling and the overall tone of the series, though a few wished for more depth in the world-building and character relationships.

Fun Fact

The Greedy Sword in Berserk of Gluttony has the ability to not only grant its wielder immense power by consuming the souls of defeated enemies but also to retain their skills and memories, making the protagonist a walking amalgamation of his conquered foes.

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