Midland Capital

Lore & Background

This period, known as the Hundred-Year War, serves as the backdrop for Griffith's rise in the kingdom's hierarchy following a successful battle. The source describes Guts and Griffith encountering the Apostle Nosferatu Zodd during a siege while serving Midland; Zodd warns Guts that Griffith will be his doom once the latter's dream crumbles. The text does not describe the capital city specifically, but rather focuses on the kingdom as an entity that utilizes mercenary groups like the Band of the Hawk to expand its power.

In Their Own Story

The narrative in the source describes the Band of the Hawk growing in power and numbers while employed by the Kingdom of Midland. During this time, they participate in the battle to capture the Fortress of Doldrey, an action that ends the Hundred-Year War. After the war's conclusion, Guts leaves the group but returns a year later to aid them in freeing Griffith from the Tower of Rebirth. The source details the subsequent tragedy where Griffith sacrifices his allies to be reborn as Femto, leading to the slaughter of the Band of the Hawk. While the text mentions Guts being imprisoned later, it specifies this occurs in the Kushan capital, not the Midland Capital.

Reader's Guide

Based strictly on the provided source, information about the Midland Capital is limited. The text confirms the Kingdom of Midland's involvement in the Hundred-Year War against the Tudor Empire and its employment of the Band of the Hawk. It notes that Griffith rises within the kingdom's hierarchy after a successful battle. However, the source does not provide details on visiting the capital, specific districts, or events unique to the city itself. The only imprisonment mentioned occurs in the Kushan capital, where Guts is held while his party adjusts to life there. Readers should note that the text focuses on the Kingdom's role as a political employer and battlefield rather than describing the capital city's layout or internal politics.

Did You Know?

• The source states that Guts is a mercenary who travels from company to company and companionship to companionship.
• Griffith defeats Guts in battle, forcing him to join the Band of the Hawk because Griffith proclaims he now 'owns' him.
• During the Eclipse, Guts loses his left forearm and right eye while trying to save Casca.
• The source mentions that the Berserker Armor was created by an unnamed creator introduced by the Skull Knight.
• Rakshas, a Kushan Apostle in the New Band of the Hawk, appears from the body of a Kushan lord.