So I just re-read Cracks in the Blade during my current re-read, and I wanted to share my thoughts and see what the rest of you guys think. So in regards to Godo's reproach of Guts for leaving, a lot of people seem to think he was right on all accounts, but I dont think he was right about everything. Guts could've made better choices in regards to making sure the Casca, Rickert and even Erica and Godo were safe/taken care of etc. But I also think he couldn't just allow Griffith, the Apostles and even the God Hand to do what they did to his friends and the woman he loved and just go unpunished and free in the world. There isn't exactly a law enforcement system that at least theoretically will pursue justice on your behalf. He (and Casca) were the only survivors and how could you live with yourself knowing that Griffith et. all are going free and unpunished in the world and at the end of it all, when you die your soul is dragged down into the Vortex for all eternity.
Guts definitely could've made better more responsible choices in regards to taking care of Casca and Rickert, but like I said he is pretty much the only one who can possibly do some justice for the horrific things inflicted on him, the woman he loves and the friends he loves.
I cant remember what the guys on the podcast said in regards to accepting Godo's reproach of Guts, but I dont think Guts made the wrong choice in avenging his friends and Casca. In a world where no one else will seek justice for you, I could never just sit back and accept what happened. Those responsible would have to pay.
Guts definitely could've made better more responsible choices in regards to taking care of Casca and Rickert, but like I said he is pretty much the only one who can possibly do some justice for the horrific things inflicted on him, the woman he loves and the friends he loves.
I cant remember what the guys on the podcast said in regards to accepting Godo's reproach of Guts, but I dont think Guts made the wrong choice in avenging his friends and Casca. In a world where no one else will seek justice for you, I could never just sit back and accept what happened. Those responsible would have to pay.