Vinland Saga

ヴィンランド・サガ
Sayounara ga Chikai node
For Our Farewell Is Near
Because Goodbyes Are Coming Soon
"Assasin's Creed Valhalla" Collab Bangai-hen
Assassin's Creed x Vinland Saga
Assassin's Creed Valhalla x Vinland Saga

Manga9.1158146 votes29 volumes · 224 chaptersFinished

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Thorfinn, son of one of the Vikings' greatest warriors, is among the finest fighters in the merry band of mercenaries run by the cunning Askeladd, an impressive feat for a person his age. However, Thorfinn is not part of the group for the plunder it entails—instead, for having caused his family great tragedy, the boy has vowed to kill Askeladd in a fair duel. Not yet skilled enough to defeat him, but unable to abandon his vengeance, Thorfinn spends his boyhood with the mercenary crew, honing his skills on the battlefield among the war-loving Danes, where killing is just another pleasure of life. One day, when Askeladd receives word that Danish prince Canute has been taken hostage, he hatches an ambitious plot—one that will decide the next King of England and drastically alter the lives of Thorfinn, Canute, and himself. Set in 11th-century Europe, Vinland Saga tells a bloody epic in an era where violence, madness, and injustice are inescapable, providing a paradise for the battle-crazed and utter hell for the rest who live in it. [Written by MAL Rewrite] Included one-shots: Volume 23: Sayounara ga Chikai node (For Our Farewell Is Near) Volume 25: "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" Collab Bangai-hen (Assassin's Creed x Vinland Saga)

Publication notes

Vinland Saga won the Grand Prize in the Manga Division at 13th Japan Media Arts Festival in 2009. It also won the 36th Kodansha Manga Award in the General category in 2012, which mangaka Makoto Yukimura accepted in full viking gear. The series has been published in English by Kodansha Comics USA in 2-in-1 hardcover omnibuses since October 14, 2013. It is also published in French by Kurokawa since January 15, 2009; in Brazilian Portuguese by Panini Comics since February 2014; in Spanish by Planeta Cómic since October 21, 2014; and in Polish by Hanami since January 2017. An animated crossover between Vinland Saga and Ponkotsu Quest titled Ponkotsuland Saga was released on October 24, 2015.

Published

Apr 13, 2005 to Jul 25, 2025

Authors

Yukimura, Makoto

External links

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Thorfinn34919 fan favorites
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A ferocious young man who is devoted to avenging his father's death at the hands of Askeladd, and is tricked into joining his band in hopes of defeating him in a fair fight. He is the son of Thors, the most renowned Jomsviking warrior until his defection, and is related to the leadership of the Jomsvikings through his mother Helga, daughter of chief Sigvaldi and Thorkell's niece. After his father's death, Thorfinn grew up on the battlefield and became a skilled warrior. His style is emphasized by dual-wielding two knives, as well as using throwing knives, and he has impressive durability. Thorfinn is the fictionalized version of his historical counterpart, Icelandic explorer Thorfinn Karlsefni. (Source: Vinland Saga Wiki, edited)
Askeladd30007 fan favorites
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Age: 44 Birthday: 969 AD Height: 170 cm (5' 7") Hair color: Blond Eye color: blue Family: Olaf (father) Lydia (mother) A cunning, mysterious Viking who commands a mercenary band of vikings, of which Thorfinn is a member. Askeladd is a tactical genius and a master swordsman. His ability to manipulate those around him turned a horde of pirates and raiders into a close-knit group loyal to him, as well as proving him capable of turning enemies into allies, as seen with Thorfinn, Thorkell, and Prince Canute. Askeladd is named after the Norwegian fairy-tale character Askeladden, known for his cunning nature and cleverness. (Source: Vinland Saga Wiki, edited)
Canute1590 fan favorites
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Son of Sweyn Forkbeard, the King of Denmark. He appears effeminate and weak, always hiding behind his retainer Ragnar, but sticks up for himself against Thorfinn's insults. His weak appearance and his strong Christian faith earn him the mockery of the Viking band.
Einar342 fan favorites
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Einar is a man from the north of England who was sold into slavery. He meets Thorfinn on Ketil's farm in Denmark and helps him work his way to buying his freedom.