Reports from Japan have confirmed the worst for Berserk fans as the manga's creator Kentaro Miura has passed away. The artist is said to have passed away on May 6 after suffering from a cardiac event. The news was made public after the family said their goodbyes to Miura, and Berserk's official Twitter page shared the loss with fans. As you can imagine, Berserk fans are mourning the tragic death as Miura was a masterful artist with untold potential at his fingertips. It is difficult to overstate how influential Miura was in all areas of pop culture, and his death weighs heavily with netizens the world around.
"[Report of the death of Professor Kentaro Miura] Dr. Kentaro Miura, the author of "Berserk", passed away on May 6, 2021 due to acute aortic dissection. We would like to express our utmost respect and gratitude to Dr. Miura's painting work and pray for his soul. May 20, 2021 Hakusensha Co., Ltd. Young Animal Editorial Department," the account wrote.
Our thoughts are with Miura's loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.