Griffith and his primary lieutenants (Guts, Casca, Rickert, Judeau, and Pippin) are honored by the King. This cements their transition from "mercenaries" to "nobles."
During a celebration, Griffith is offered a glass of poisoned wine by a conspirator. He drinks it and collapses.
The Beherit saving Griffith’s life suggests that he is protected by a higher, darker destiny. 🎬 Production Highlights
The primary conflict is not with swords, but with status. The Midland "old guard" cannot stand a commoner rising so high.