Studio Eclypse, the masterminds behind the much-anticipated Berserk: The Black Swordsman anime, decided to play a little prank on fans this April Fool’s Day. They dropped what seemed like the first “trailer” for the series, sending the internet into a frenzy of both excitement and amusement.

The jest was revealed on April 1st, 2024, when Studio Eclypse unleashed what appeared to be the long-awaited trailer for Berserk: The Black Swordsman.

They accompanied the post with a caption that read:

“𒉭 After many months of hard work it’s finally here… Thank you all for the support 𒉭 #BERSERK #ベルセルク #schnuz #studioeclypse.”

The clip itself lasted a mere 16 seconds, showcasing Femto hilariously morphing into the Chimimoryo character from the series, affectionately dubbed “Schnoz” by the fandom.

Naturally, the internet exploded with reactions, ranging from sheer delight to outright hilarity. Fans couldn’t contain their amusement at the unexpected twist in the “trailer,” flooding the comments section with laughter and playful banter.

It was a moment of lighthearted fun amidst the eager anticipation for the actual release of the series.

While the “trailer” may have been a prank, it served as a delightful reminder of the passion and creativity of both the Studio Eclypse team and the Berserk fanbase. Despite the long wait for the series, this playful gesture brought a sense of camaraderie and shared joy among fans worldwide.

In the end, it’s moments like these that make the journey towards the release of Berserk: The Black Swordsman all the more memorable.

Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of Berserk: The Black Swordsman, which promises to adapt the first arc of the original manga, a portion largely overlooked by previous anime adaptations.

Studio Eclypse has been steadily building anticipation with brief teasers and the revealing of the anime’s initial key art. However, the recent release of a new visual featuring Guts sent shockwaves through the fan community, hinting at an imminent trailer drop.

Anime April Fool’s Day: Memes, Pranks, and Playful Teasers Delight Fans

As is tradition in the anime world, April Fool’s Day brought forth a slew of entertaining memes and pranks. AniList, a popular anime database and tracker, emerged as a frontrunner in the hilarity stakes by altering many of its entries to include amusing references.

Various anime titles were humorously replaced with images of Shrek, humorously asserting the ogre’s newfound status as an anime icon. Not even beloved characters like Solo Leveling’s Jin-woo or the anticipated Demon Slayer Season 4 were spared from this whimsical treatment.

Meanwhile, over at MyAnimeList, the representation of scores underwent a playful transformation. Instead of the conventional numerical rating out of 10, a mountain icon now indicates the pinnacle of an anime’s quality, adding a touch of whimsy to the scoring system.

In anime announcements, Date-A-Live took the opportunity to reveal new movie projects (once again). With titles like Date A Idol and Date A Magical, the franchise injected a dose of lightheartedness into the mix, teasing fans with the promise of more adventures to come.

While these April Fool’s pranks may have been fleeting moments of amusement, they serve as a witness to the creativity and humor within the anime community.

Amidst the excitement and anticipation for upcoming releases like Berserk: The Black Swordsman, it’s refreshing to indulge in these playful diversions and celebrate the camaraderie they foster among fans.