: The King of Midland honors the Band of the Falcon (Band of the Hawk) with the highest ennoblement title, renaming them the White Phoenix Knights . Griffith is promoted to General and made a nobleman.
: The episode ends on a massive cliffhanger. The Queen and Minister Foss attempt to poison Griffith. Griffith drinks from the poisoned cup and collapses, though it is later revealed as a calculated double-cross. Berserk (2017): "Spirit Realm" Berserk Episode 17
: Guts and Casca struggle with the formal atmosphere of the victory ball. Guts is seen in uncharacteristic "fancy" clothes, feeling out of place while being swarmed by noblewomen. : The King of Midland honors the Band
: A pivotal moment occurs when Guts encourages a shy Casca—dressed in a gown—to embrace the celebration. This scene highlights their growing bond and mutual growth since their early adversarial relationship. The Queen and Minister Foss attempt to poison Griffith
In the Berserk franchise, "Episode 17" typically refers to one of two major turning points in the anime adaptations.
This episode covers the immediate aftermath of the Band of the Hawk’s victory at Doldrey and marks the conclusion of the Hundred-Year War. It is one of the rare "lighthearted" moments in the series, focusing on political intrigue rather than battlefield combat.