Dark Fantasy Anime That Rival Berserk In Grit And Gore

Among all the representatives of Dark Fantasy anime, Berserk is one of the most ruthless and gory depictions of a man fighting against the most dangerous opponents, against all odds. The grit that Guts displays in the series is both awe-inspiring and thrilling.

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By  Lucas Simons

There are few anime that rival Berserk in terms of grit and gore, but this list spotlights several options for those looking for intense and bloody battles where only those with an iron will prevail. From one of the best-rated action anime of all time, to a strange mix of action and dark fantasy that has scored an incredible number of followers since its release.

9 Claymore

Ladies Of Steel, Slashing Flesh And Blood

The series narrates the story of Clare, a human/demon hybrid warrioress that fights bloody battles against shapeshifting beings known as Yoma. These creatures are known for their ruthlessness and hatred of mankind, and Clare, as a hybrid, is destined to one day succumb to her demonic nature, like every Claymore before her.

Gory, violent, and filled with actions scenes where the will of the main character is contantly tested, debating herself between giving away the remains of her humanity, and continuing the battle against the demons.

8 Hellsing Ultimate

Some Say, The Best Version Of The Anime

Hellsing Ultimate is based on the series written by the divisive author Kōta Hirano, and it is a bloody feast of carnage, gore, and gritty characters constantly facing death 'for the greater good.'

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Be it its main character Alucard (obviously Dracula), or the leader of the organization Sir Integra Hellsing, or the police girl Victoria Seres, all of them have some sort of twisted personality, and a willpower that rivals that of Guts. Definitely a good series to watch for those who loved Berserk.

7 Devilman Crybaby

Gory, Brutal, No Heroes Here

Devilman Crybaby follows the same path as Berserk in terms of unapologetic bloody horror and gory action scenes. With the fate of mankind in the hands of a human boy posessed by a demon, but who managed to retain some sort of conscious, the battle for survival becomes absolutely out of the world.

Carnage, violence, fire and blood define this anime series that has been rated Mature, with severe levels of gore. It only has one season, and makes sense, since the ending doesn't leave too much room for a sequel. Be it as it may, it might suit the taste of fans of Guts' struggle to vanquish all demons.

6 Vinland Saga

A Boy Raised In The Battlefield, And His Story Of Redemption Through Suffering

The story of how Thorfin was ruthlessly trying to murder Askeladd after he killed his father, and how he manipulated the odds to turn the boy into a living weapon is the epitome of violence and gore. With bloody battle scenes that reflect the brutality of that historical period, but seen under a thin dark fantasy veil, is complex and engaging.

Many people start watching it because Thorfin's character is so relatable that they somehow wish to see him finally finding his way back home. Others enjoy the sheer pleasure of carnage, since this anime is quite gory. Be it as it may, it is a fine representative of the genre, and a great option to watch if fans have finished Berserk.

5 Goblin Slayer

Violent, Unapologetic, And Addictive

Goblin Slayer is constantly rivaling with the most brutal dark fantasy anime series in terms of grit and gore, and since it has such an engaging worldbuilding based on a series of D&D homebrew campaigns, it makes sense that its main characters appeal so much to the audience who enjoys this genre.

Throughout its two seasons, fans will witness how a brutal man obsessed with exterminating all goblins in the world trains a younger and inexperienced adventurer (The Priestess) after saving her from a certain death at the hands of his worst enemies. With some sprinkling of humor, and a fast pacing, this series redefined fantasy anime with its brutal depiction of a world where the gods love to play dice, using the clueless mortals as pawns.

4 Attack On Titan

A Series That Has Many Fans And Detractors

Attack on Titan has trascended the barriers of anime to become a mass phenomenon, and created a rift between the fans of dark fantasy series. With brutal violence, tragic outcomes, and unexpected plot twists, it has definitely marked a before and after in the history of the genre.

This bloody tale of war, violence, and a struggle for freedom might have had a bittersweet ending that didn't satisfy the fans, but it is certainly fitting to be a competitor with Berserk in terms of drama, action, and impressive battle scenes.

3 Tokyo Ghoul

Bloody, Tragic, With One Of The Best Openings

Tokyo Ghoul might be just what the doctor ordered for fans of Berserk looking to fill the gap with more grit and gore. With a tragic coming-of-age story that mixes dark fantasy with urban fantasy and gothic horror, this anime might be particularly different to the typical supernatural anime.

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Be it as it may, the battle scenes, the drama, the character growth and the scores in this series are certainly top quality. And there's blood and gore to spare as well, so be prepared.

2 Psycho-Pass

A Heartbreaking Depiction Of A Future Not So Far Away

For those who haven't seen Psycho-Pass, fair warning: there's a before and after. This series is set in a dystopian future (not so different from the society we live in) where humans are implanted with sensors that can be scanned by the police, in a sort of Minority Report kind of situation where law enforcement decides if the persons are likely to comit crimes, and engage in a brutal and fast response to stop them before they do.

With a mixture of sci-fi, dark fantasy, and urban fantasy, this series is one of the best of the best. There are no 'what ifs' or 'trigger-happy' cops, but the gore abounds in their gritty action scenes, with lots of morally complex decisions and characters struggling to keep their minds sane in a world which has lost all composure.

1 Elfen Lied

A Mixture Of Dark Fantasy, Sci-Fi, And Bloody Carnage

When a mysterious girl escapes from an ultra-secret research facility, leaving a bloody trail behind her, the lives of Kouta and his closest friends will change forever. Sharing a mysterious bond, Kota and Lucy are constantly circling around each other, between romance and absolute rejection since there's a barrier of horrifying events breaking them appart.

The fear of being experimented on, the broken mind of a girl who only wants a chance to be normal, and the horrors of carnage unleashed when her worst nanture comes into play rival that of the most gruesome scenes in Berserk.

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