Berserk Episode 18 -

After surviving a poisoning attempt by the Queen and her conspirators, Griffith orchestrates a ruthless counter-strike:

: The episode’s final scenes are set against a quiet snowfall, with gentle violins replacing the usual heavy metal or dark orchestral score. Berserk Episode 18

The 18th episode of the 1997 Berserk anime, titled serves as a pivotal psychological and political turning point for the series. It marks the moment where the "Golden Age" begins its descent toward the tragic eclipse. Griffith’s Machiavellian Triumph After surviving a poisoning attempt by the Queen

: Just as Griffith removes his external political enemies, he loses his most vital internal support system—Guts—which ultimately triggers his mental unraveling. If you tell me which version you're watching,

: This act solidifies Griffith as a master manipulator who will sacrifice anything—and anyone—to clear the path to his dream. The Departure of Guts

💡 The 2016 Berserk series also has an "Episode 18," but it covers a completely different part of the manga: Guts' group arriving at Enoch Village to fight a troll invasion alongside the young witch Schierke. If you tell me which version you're watching, I can: Share more deep-dive theories on Griffith's motivations. Compare the anime scenes to the original manga panels .