In Vinland Saga Season 2 Episode 9, Thorfinn may have finally had a mental and emotional breakthrough after suffering through more nightmares. Thorfinn continues to be haunted by dreams only this time his father Thors, Bjorn, and Askeladd are present. The first one was more peaceful than usual. Waking up on a green hill surrounded … Continue reading Vinland Saga Season 2, Episode 9: Where all warriors wind up
In Vinland Saga Season 2, Episode 8, Thorfinn continues to suffer from nightmares haunted by the behavior from his youth. Thorfinn wakes and according to Einar he was "screaming more than usual," and uttered Askeladd's name. The following morning Einar and Thorfinn get to work on their farm. The retainers watch, jealous of their success. … Continue reading Vinland Saga Season 2, Episode 8: I don’t hate him anymore
In Vinland Saga Season 2 Episode 6, Einar and Thorfinn struggle to pull trees trunks from the roots. They stop to dig more and cut the roots. The amount of effort in only removing one tree trunk is too much. They need a horse. The retainers continue to hog the horses. Einar decides their only … Continue reading Vinland Saga Season 2, Episode 6:ย The most important man on the farm
Personally, I've always preferred anime to manga. Animation is more dynamic and expressive. The fluid nature of my favorite kind of animation, Sakuga, has particularly captivated me. Action sequences are far more exciting when animated. That's not to say that 2D art can't do such things. However, it's much more difficult. Like comic books, when … Continue reading My Top 5 Manga Artists
Askeladd's rage Season 1, Episode 24: End of PrologueAskeladd's end is just the beginning From the start of Vinland Saga, Askeladd has been the most interesting character. Thors the former warrior turned peaceful family man was more predictable, even if his end was a tremendous act of sacrifice. Thorfinn becomes a bitter, angry young man. … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 24: Recap & Review
10. Vinland Saga (2019) Studio: Wit Studio | MAL: 8.61 | Genre: Historical Vinland Saga is dark, violent series with a depressing protagonists that never smiles. If like me you have a love of Viking and Norse mythology this anime is for you. Wit Studio of Attack on Titan fame, continues to produce stunning animation. … Continue reading Top 20 Anime from the 2010’s (Part 3)
Thorfinn enraged at the though of someone else killing Askeladd Season 1, Episode 17: Servant Thorkell finally gets his duel with Thorfinn When we last left Vinland Saga, the traitors surrounded Askeladd, Thorfinn, Bjorn and Canute, while Thorkell and his men approach. Askeladd tells the traitors that "all they need to do is line up … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 17: Recap & Review
Thorkell excited to kill Season 1, Episode 16: History of BeastsAskeladd deals with betrayal In Vinland Saga Episode 16, Askeladd tells Prince Canute that Ragnar died fighting the English. Askeladd wanted to kill Ragnar to help strengthen Canute's resolve, but he also felt that Ragnar got in his way. Bjorn thinks that Canute's "weakness" makes … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 16: Recap & Review
Askeladd learning the Kings plot Season 1, Episode 15: After YuleThe father, son, and holy spirit Episode 15 of Vinland Saga begins with Thorkell. One of his men tells him that the nobility wants to end the war. They're even willing surrender the throne. King Sweyn will be recognized as the "Bretwalda" at the next … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 15: Recap & Review
Season 1, Episode 14: The Light of Dawn Vinland Saga has given us hints at the importance of religion. This episode focuses on what it means to be a Christian in this series. The episode begins with Anne, a poor girl that has stolen a beautiful ring. Despite being against the teaching of Christianity, she … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 14: Recap & Review
Askeladd and his mother Season 1, Episode 13: Child of a Hero It's clear at this point that Askeladd is Vinland Saga's most interesting character. Originally presented as a greedy mercenary that only existed to be motivation for Thorfinn to get stronger, Askeladd has step up to be the most complex character. We learn that … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 13: Recap & Review
The Ear at work Season 1, Episode 12: The Land on the Far Bank Askeladd runs into a man fishing. He asks if the fish are "biting," the man doesn't care, he's operates the ferry. Askeladd tells him that he wants him to deliver a letter to an elder. Thorkell's men continue to pursue, Askeladd … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 12: Recap & Review
The pretty Prince Canute Season 1, Episode 11: A Gamble Thorkell and his men talk about what's great about fall. The food taste better, especially the fish. They talk about the "modest" Christian women, which pivots to a conversation about the religion itself. Considering the limits of Christianity, Thorkell's men notes that "if your Christian … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 11: Recap & Review
Season 1, Episode 10: Ragnarok Prince Canute seems to be disinterested in fighting Thorkell. However, Thorkell becomes excited at the news that Canute is leading the Danish army. He rushes out to attack the them. Askeladd and his men are separated form the main army and are trying to make some money before the winter. … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 10: Recap & Review
Season 1, Episode 9: The Battle of London Bridge In October 1013, a fleet of Danish and Viking ships arrive in England. They are prepared to take London Bridge. Askeladd's army is hired by Denmark, hoping to get rich with an easy victory. However, things get more complicated, with the deflection of Thorkell the Tall. … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 9: Recap & Review
Grom, Askeladd's uncle Beyond the Edge of the Sea Askeladd, Thorfinn and the rest of the vikings return home to their village in Jutland. Planning to spend the winter there, they return with the spoils won from the Frank battle. They're welcomed back with open arms. Thorfinn and Askeladd's duel is to occur here. As … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 8: Recap & Review
Jabbathe Normanni This episode is about showing off the might of the vikings. The King of Dane temporally halts the attacks for the winter, as Askeladd look for jobs raiding. They head to France. Askeladd plans on stealing the treasure from the French. He sends Thorfinn to negotiate on their behalf , giving him the … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 7: Recap & Review
Askeladd "saves" Thorfinn The Journey Begins Thorfinn appears to have unofficially joined the mercenary band, lead by Askeladd. Viking are explained. Largely, Danes from Denmark they were pirates or thieves. Their goal was to live in England. Naturally war broke out. Askeladd and the others arrive at bloody shore, littered with corpses. Askeladd offers the … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 6: Recap & Review
Askeladd's men rape and pillage a village Episode 5, The Troll's Son It's my understanding that this episode of Vinland Saga wasn't adapted from the manga series of the same name. This can sometimes backfire, but in capable hands can be a seamless addition to series. As predicted, Thorfinn is still enraged and dead set … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 5: Recap & Review
Bjorn vs Thors Episode 4, A True Hero I've known the fate of Thors from the beginning and have been dreading it. I think this is a testament to the great characterization Vinland Saga has given Thors. Even with so few episodes, I feel I know him. Or at least I want to know more … Continue reading Vinland Saga Episode 4: Recap & Review
