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| ename = Bazuso
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| jname = バズーソ
|-|Manga=[[File:Bazuso Manga.jpg|260px]]
 
 
| other names = The Grey Knight<br>The Thirty-Man Killer{{qref|e0-11}}
|-|Anime=[[File:Bazuso Movie.png|260px]]
 
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|kanji= バズーソ
 
 
| status = Deceased{{qref|e0-11}}
|rōmaji= ''Bazūso''
 
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| fatal event = Killed by [[Guts]]{{qref|e0-11}}
|also known as=The Grey Knight<br>The Thirty-Man Slayer<br>The Bear Slaughterer
 
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|manga debut= Episode 0K<br>''[[Episode 0K (Manga)|Golden Age (3)]]''
 
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|anime debut= (1997 Anime)<br>Episode 2<br>''[[Episode 2 (1997 Anime)|Band of the Hawk]]''
 
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|movies debut= Golden Age Arc I<br>''[[Golden Age Arc I: Egg of the Supreme Ruler|Egg of the Supreme Ruler]]''
 
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|japanese voice={{wp|Ikuya Sawaki}} (1997 Anime)<br> [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2174347/ Kendo Kobayashi] (Films)
 
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|english voice=[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0849821/ Patrick Cass Tansor] (1997 Anime)<br> [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5368858/ Russell Nash] (Films)
 
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|gender= Male
 
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|status= Deceased
 
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|occupation= Mercenary
 
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| occupations = General{{qref|e0-11}}
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| first = Episode 0-11<br>''[[Episode 0-11 (Manga)|Golden Age (3)]]''
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{{nihongo|'''Bazuso'''|バズーソ|Bazūso}}, nicknamed the "Grey Knight", was a warrior with a fearsome reputation. He was one of the earliest adversaries faced by a young [[Guts]].{{qref|e0-11}}
 
{{nihongo|'''Bazuso'''|バズーソ|Bazūso}} the "Grey Knight" was a widely known and feared mercenary, being one of the earliest adversaries faced by a young [[Guts]]. He
 
was the reason that [[Griffith]] took notice in the swordsman.
 
   
 
== Appearance ==
 
== Appearance ==
Bazuso was exaggerated in stature, and stood much taller than other men. Although he was killed before he could be seen without his armor, it can be inferred that his physique was very muscular due to the excessive size of his weapon, as well as the incredible size and weight of his armor.
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Standing tall and posessing a stout frame, Bazuso wore a large and heavy suit of plate armor with pauldrons and a helmet containing only two holes for his eyes. Although he was killed before he could be seen without his armor, it can be inferred that his physique allowed him to wield the excessive size of his weapon, as well as the large size of his armor.{{qref|e0-11}}
   
 
== Personality ==
 
== Personality ==
Bazuso was a violent and brash man. He was greatly arrogant and seemingly viewed himself as superior to his foes, taunting those reluctant to attack him and loudly goading his enemies right in front of him. He bore an insatiable drive for combat and possessed incredible physical strength, which allowed him to easily slay anyone who challenged him. However, after [[Guts]] emerged as the victor of their duel and mortally wounded Bazuso, he attempted to yield before Guts finished him off.
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Bazuso was a brash man, taunting those reluctant to attack him and loudly goading his enemies right in front of him. However, after [[Guts]] emerged as the victor of their duel and mortally wounded Bazuso, he attempted to tell Guts to stop before the young mercenary finished him off.{{qref|e0-11}}
   
 
== Abilities and Skills ==
 
== Abilities and Skills ==
Bazuso's strength and fighting ability became infamous throughout the battlefield. It is said that he once successfully took on over thirty men in combat, earning him the moniker of "Thirty-Man Slayer", and that he defeated a bear by himself, both of which were testaments to his incredible physical strength. Bazuso was strong enough to send men flying with a single swing of his battleaxe, even when using just one arm.
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Bazuso's strength and fighting ability became infamous throughout the battlefield. It is said that he once successfully took on over thirty men in combat, earning him the moniker of "Thirty-Man Slayer", and that he defeated a bear by himself. Bazuso was strong enough to send men flying with a single swing of his battleaxe, even when using just one arm.{{qref|e0-11}}
   
 
=== Equipment ===
 
=== Equipment ===
Bazuso wielded a large battleaxe during his fight against [[Guts]]. Due to his fearsome reputation, one can assume that he was very skilled in wielding it. Furthermore, the size of the battleaxe complimented Bazuso's height, giving him a wide reach in combat.
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Bazuso wielded a large battleaxe during his fight against [[Guts]]. Furthermore, the size of the battleaxe complimented Bazuso's height, giving him a wide reach in combat.{{qref|e0-11}}
   
 
== Story ==
 
== Story ==
 
=== Golden Age Arc ===
 
=== Golden Age Arc ===
[[File:kill.png|thumb|Bazuso mortally wounded]]
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[[File:kill.png|thumb|Bazuso mortally wounded.]]
Placed in charge of a fortress under siege by a band of mercenaries, Bazuso leaves the group frozen in fear on sight, intimidated by the immense reputation of the battleaxe wielding man. As Bazuso taunts his enemies, [[Guts]], a young independent mercenary, puts himself forward to remedy the problem; he tells his employer that he will kill Bazuso in exchange for seven pieces of gold. Though Bazuso intends to humor Guts in accepting his duel, expecting to kill the young swordsman with little effort, the ensuing battle is fought on equal terms. After an exchange of blows, Guts is fortunate enough to be able to damage Bazuso's battleaxe and deliver a powerful slash to his waist, forcing the colossal man to his knees. In his final moments, Bazuso attempts to yield for his life; Guts quickly drives his sword down into the neutralized man's head, splitting it half-way, one of Bazuso's eyes dislodged from the impact. It is Guts' triumph over Bazuso that earns him the attention of the [[Band of the Falcon]], and more specifically, [[Griffith]].
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Placed as a general in a fortress under siege, Bazuso is first seen killing several mercenaries as the knight leader promises to offer any given reward to whoever brings him Bazuso's head. As the mercenaries comment on Bazuso's feats, [[Guts]], a young independent mercenary, puts himself forward to remedy the problem; after some bartering, he tells the knight that he will kill Bazuso in exchange for seven pieces of gold. Though Bazuso intends to humor Guts in accepting his duel, expecting to kill the young swordsman with little effort, the ensuing battle is fought on equal terms. After an exchange of blows, Guts is fortunate enough to be able to damage Bazuso's battleaxe and deliver a powerful slash to his waist, forcing the colossal man to his knees. In his final moments, though Bazuso asks Guts to wait, Guts quickly drives his sword down into the neutralized man's head, splitting it half-way, one of Bazuso's eyes dislodged from the impact.{{qref|e0-11}}
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A day later, [[Corkus]] laments that Bazuso was killed by Guts, as he wanted to eventually slay him and become famous.{{qref|e0-12}} When Guts wakes up after his skirmish against several [[Band of the Falcon]] members, [[Griffith]] comments on Guts' luck and impetus during his fight against Bazuso.{{qref|e0-13}}
   
 
== Notes ==
 
== Notes ==
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* In the videogame [[Berserk Musou]], in missions where he's an ally, Bazuso will thank his rescuer if they answer his calls for help and he'll remark his "Thirty-Man Slayer" nickname has lost much of its meaning if the player character gets 1000 kills on the battlefield.
 
* The appearance of his helmet, weapon, and armor differs between the [[Berserk (Manga)|manga]], [[Berserk (1997 Anime)|1997 anime]], and [[Berserk (Films)|film trilogy]].
 
* The appearance of his helmet, weapon, and armor differs between the [[Berserk (Manga)|manga]], [[Berserk (1997 Anime)|1997 anime]], and [[Berserk (Films)|film trilogy]].
* The video game series Dark Souls' director Hidetaka Miyazaki attributes the inspiration of the character "Siegmeyer of Catarina" to Bazuso.
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* The video game series Dark Souls' director Hidetaka Miyazaki attributes the inspiration of the character Siegmeyer of Catarina to Bazuso.
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[[Category:Mercenaries]]
 
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[[Category:Golden Age Arc Characters]]
 
[[Category:Golden Age Arc Characters]]
[[Category:Deceased Characters]]
 
[[Category:Minor Antagonist]]
 

Latest revision as of 04:53, 26 January 2023

Overview
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Bazuso (バズーソ Bazūso?), nicknamed the "Grey Knight", was a warrior with a fearsome reputation. He was one of the earliest adversaries faced by a young Guts.[1]

Appearance[]

Standing tall and posessing a stout frame, Bazuso wore a large and heavy suit of plate armor with pauldrons and a helmet containing only two holes for his eyes. Although he was killed before he could be seen without his armor, it can be inferred that his physique allowed him to wield the excessive size of his weapon, as well as the large size of his armor.[1]

Personality[]

Bazuso was a brash man, taunting those reluctant to attack him and loudly goading his enemies right in front of him. However, after Guts emerged as the victor of their duel and mortally wounded Bazuso, he attempted to tell Guts to stop before the young mercenary finished him off.[1]

Abilities and Skills[]

Bazuso's strength and fighting ability became infamous throughout the battlefield. It is said that he once successfully took on over thirty men in combat, earning him the moniker of "Thirty-Man Slayer", and that he defeated a bear by himself. Bazuso was strong enough to send men flying with a single swing of his battleaxe, even when using just one arm.[1]

Equipment[]

Bazuso wielded a large battleaxe during his fight against Guts. Furthermore, the size of the battleaxe complimented Bazuso's height, giving him a wide reach in combat.[1]

Story[]

Golden Age Arc[]

Kill

Bazuso mortally wounded.

Placed as a general in a fortress under siege, Bazuso is first seen killing several mercenaries as the knight leader promises to offer any given reward to whoever brings him Bazuso's head. As the mercenaries comment on Bazuso's feats, Guts, a young independent mercenary, puts himself forward to remedy the problem; after some bartering, he tells the knight that he will kill Bazuso in exchange for seven pieces of gold. Though Bazuso intends to humor Guts in accepting his duel, expecting to kill the young swordsman with little effort, the ensuing battle is fought on equal terms. After an exchange of blows, Guts is fortunate enough to be able to damage Bazuso's battleaxe and deliver a powerful slash to his waist, forcing the colossal man to his knees. In his final moments, though Bazuso asks Guts to wait, Guts quickly drives his sword down into the neutralized man's head, splitting it half-way, one of Bazuso's eyes dislodged from the impact.[1]

A day later, Corkus laments that Bazuso was killed by Guts, as he wanted to eventually slay him and become famous.[2] When Guts wakes up after his skirmish against several Band of the Falcon members, Griffith comments on Guts' luck and impetus during his fight against Bazuso.[3]

Notes[]

  • In the videogame Berserk Musou, in missions where he's an ally, Bazuso will thank his rescuer if they answer his calls for help and he'll remark his "Thirty-Man Slayer" nickname has lost much of its meaning if the player character gets 1000 kills on the battlefield.
  • The appearance of his helmet, weapon, and armor differs between the manga, 1997 anime, and film trilogy.
  • The video game series Dark Souls' director Hidetaka Miyazaki attributes the inspiration of the character Siegmeyer of Catarina to Bazuso.

References[]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j Berserk :: Volume 4, "Golden Age (3)"
  2. ^ Berserk :: Volume 4, "Golden Age (4)"
  3. ^ Berserk :: Volume 4, "Golden Age (5)"