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Zodd the Immortal is more than just a brutal Apostle—he’s a warrior with a code. Explore his origins, battles, and strange respect for Guts in Berserk.
Introduction:
In a world filled with monsters that thrive on cruelty, Nosferatu Zodd stands apart. Not because he’s less violent—in fact, he’s terrifyingly brutal—but because he follows one rule: only the strong deserve to survive. Known as Zodd the Immortal, he is a recurring force of nature in Berserk, feared by all yet revered for his warrior’s code.
But who is Zodd really? What drives a centuries-old demon to keep fighting? And why does he respect Guts?
Who Is Zodd the Immortal?
Zodd is a legendary Apostle known for surviving countless wars and battles over hundreds of years. His name alone inspires terror across battlefields. But unlike other Apostles who hide behind manipulation, Zodd prefers honest, one-on-one combat.
He lives only for the thrill of battle—and only acknowledges those who earn his respect in combat.
First Encounter with Guts
Zodd makes his terrifying debut in the Golden Age arc, when Guts and the Band of the Hawk discover him surrounded by the corpses of hundreds of soldiers in a castle.
Their duel is one of the most iconic early battles in Berserk. Guts, a mere human, manages to wound Zodd—an Apostle who has killed thousands.
Instead of killing him, Zodd spares Guts, declaring:
“You’re destined to die in battle. You’re too interesting to kill now.”
From that moment, Zodd sees Guts as something rare: a human worthy of being remembered.
His Connection to Griffith
Zodd has a strange loyalty to Griffith, even before his transformation into Femto. He appears during the Eclipse, not as an enemy, but as a participant in a divine event.
After Griffith is reborn as Femto, Zodd becomes his guardian and mount—carrying him into battle with reverence. While other Apostles serve out of worship or obedience, Zodd follows Griffith because of his power and destiny.
In Zodd’s worldview, only those strong enough to shape fate deserve to exist.
Warrior’s Code
Zodd may be a demon, but he follows a personal code:
- He despises cowardice and weakness.
- He only respects those who challenge him.
- He seeks worthy opponents—not mindless slaughter.
This is why he continuously returns to fight Guts—not out of hate, but because Guts is one of the few who makes him feel alive.
Their battles are more than duels—they’re rituals of respect between two warriors who refuse to die quietly.
Beast Form and Abilities
In his Apostle form, Zodd transforms into a giant, bull-horned beast with wings. In this form, he:
- Possesses immense strength and speed
- Can fly across battlefields
- Heals from most injuries rapidly
- Wields massive weapons with ease (like his iconic curved blade)
Yet even with this power, Zodd still seeks fights where he could lose—because only those battles matter to him.
Zodd’s Role in the Story
Zodd is not a villain in the traditional sense. He appears at key moments, not to push the plot, but to test characters—particularly Guts and Griffith.
He reminds us that Berserk is not just about good vs evil. It’s about power vs survival, will vs fate, and respect vs dominance.
In a story full of deception and betrayal, Zodd is terrifyingly honest.
Conclusion
Nosferatu Zodd is the kind of monster that makes Berserk unforgettable—not because he’s purely evil, but because he has honor, conviction, and a code. He exists to fight and respects those who fight back.