The creator of the Berserk manga “Kentaro Miura” died from the complexity of aortic dissection on May 6. According to the official Berserk Twitter account, the news is confirmed. It’s such sad news to hear as Berserk had that killer impact in the world of Anime and Manga.
Kentaro Miura died at the age of 54. Now, people from all over the world are celebrating and appreciating the art that Kentaro Miura served the Manga world with. We are all sad to hear this tragic news as Berserk wasn’t even near its end. Moreover, we can’t even begin to estimate the amount of impact Kentaro Miura had in the world of the Dark Fantasy genre.
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Berserk has a huge fanbase that is enough to rival any other fanbase.
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Background of the Berserk Manga
Berserk is one of the best-selling Manga that ever hit the world. Since its debut back in 1989, the show has a total of 40 volumes. The Manga was adapted to video games, movies, Anime, and any aspect you can ever imagine. Especially in the world of merch, Berserk is one of the most popular series.
Background of Kentaro Miura
Belonging from Chia, Miura had a huge love for drawing and his first work was printed in a school publication. Moreover, Miura has won countless awards that made him famous throughout the world.
Aside from Berserk, Kentaro Miura has worked on various other mangas too.
“The news of Miura’s sudden passing has blanketed the Young Animal editorial department in deep sadness,” – Official Statement
“We never once saw him angry,” – Official Statement
Final Verdict

In the end, Miura was loving the work he was doing. We would’ve loved more of his awesome work. But life is unfortunate. Still, it’s time to celebrate his life and appreciate the art Miura has served us over the years.
His death is a big loss to our country. Inspired a lot of people and was looking forward to his new project…
— 😶🌫️Taku Takahafreeze (@takudj) May 20, 2021
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I will forever speak of your work and amazing stories. Like there’s a brand new chapter coming. Thank you & Rest well #KentaroMiura #Berserk pic.twitter.com/4c8KhTgON2
— Steve Scott (@Tasty_Steve) May 20, 2021
We are greatly saddened after receiving the news of Kentaro Miura's passing (creator of iconic dark fantasy Berserk). Our deepest condolences & heartfelt prayers for this tragic loss. The world has lost an irreplaceable innovator & key figure in the manga world.#RIPKentaroMiura pic.twitter.com/VHQivpFeHs
— KOEI TECMO AMERICA (@KoeiTecmoUS) May 20, 2021