When it comes to oversized anime swords, Cloud Strife’s Buster Sword often steals the spotlight, but one dedicated Berserk fan has just raised the bar to near-impossible levels. Crafting a full-scale, 20-foot-long replica of Guts’ legendary Dragon Slayer, this cosplayer has brought the most absurdly massive anime weapon to life in a way that even the Black Swordsman himself would ire. Not only is this beast of a sword accurate to Kentaro Miura’s manga, but it also weighs a staggering 80 pounds, making it much more than just an impressive display piece.
The dedication, posted by @Dextero on X, behind this build is nothing short of awe-inspiring. While many cosplayers create lightweight props for ease of movement, this Berserk fan refused to cut corners. Instead, she went all in on authenticity, forging a weapon that captures the raw, intimidating presence of Guts’ signature blade. The final result is a true testament to craftsmanship, fandom, and sheer determination, and is one that stands as a worthy tribute to one of anime’s most legendary weapons.
A 20-Foot Test of Strength and Skill
This Dragon Slayer Sword May Be the Biggest Ever Built
Crafting a 20-foot-long, 80-pound sword is not for the faint of heart. This cosplayer faced an extreme challenge, not just in making the sword structurally sound, but also in ensuring it was accurate to the Berserk source material. From the immense size to the raw metallic finish, every detail was designed to bring the Dragon Slayer to life. The sheer weight alone makes it difficult to wield, even for brief moments, proving just how ridiculously powerful Guts must be in the series.
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Unlike standard cosplay props, this build required heavy-duty materials, precise engineering, and an incredible amount of patience. The cosplayer’s commitment to accuracy means this sword is not just for show, it fully embraces the absurd scale of Berserk’s brutal world. Seeing it in person would be a surreal experience, as it truly looks like something torn straight from the pages of Miura’s masterpiece.
Guts and His Legendary Blade
Berserk's Iconic Swordsman and His Weapon
The Dragon Slayer is more than just a sword; it is an extension of Guts himself. Forged by the legendary blacksmith Godo, the blade was originally meant to be too large to wield. However, Guts’ superhuman strength and extreme will turned it into the ultimate demon-slaying weapon. Throughout Berserk, the Dragon Slayer becomes an icon of Guts’ struggle, carving a path through apostles, monsters, and even gods.
Unlike the elegant katanas of many anime swordsmen, Guts’ sword is a raw, brutal slab of metal designed for destruction. It does not just cut, it crushes, smashes, and obliterates anything in its path. The cosplayer’s dedication to recreating such a weapon in real life mirrors Guts’ own relentless nature, making this build an incredible tribute to one of anime’s most enduring antiheroes and one of the best manga ever created, Berserk.
Source: @Dextero/X
