Reviewers from The Pop Break praised the episode for being "well worth the wait," specifically citing the growth of side characters like Serpico and Schierke as a highlight of the season.
Schierke channels the spirits of the four elemental kings to cast a wide-scale invocation. This spell is powerful enough to wipe out the remaining troll threat, shifting the villagers' perception of her from a "scary witch" to a savior. Berserk (2017) Episode 7
In a display of pure brute strength, Guts takes on a massive, regenerative Ogre. The battle highlights Guts' mastery of the Dragon Slayer, as he uses the weapon's sheer mass to overcome the creature’s healing abilities. Reviewers from The Pop Break praised the episode
Critics noted that while the episode is "almost entirely action" and effectively pays off the tension of the Arc, the 3D CGI animation remained a point of contention among the fanbase. In a display of pure brute strength, Guts
Like much of the 2017 series, Episode 7 was met with mixed reviews due to its technical execution.