Vinland Saga
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| Damn, it really looks like Canute isn't backing down with his ambitions. That handshake looked like an iconic scene this episode though. And among all this drama, at least we can't turn eyes away from bloodshed for a little while. This episode felt like another new beginning after so much tense drama this season. It's time to build a better future. |
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| You can’t win against an army of monsters and more so an individual who leads this bunch just by talking your way through. This is logical, and yes even Thorfinn knows that. So continuing on with that question Canute asked Thorfinn last time, whether he would stand against him and his army to stop him… Thorfinn just answered, “I WILL RUN AWAY”. “I WILL RUN AWAY”, may sound super stupid after whatever Thorfinn went through just so he could get a chance to negotiate with Canute, but the fact is, it is not. He knows he can’t win against a ruler who wishes to conquer every barren land in the world, so he’d just run away as far as he could where Canute’s authority won’t touch him and his people and will build a place where people won’t be binded by the rules of a monarch. This sounds fantasy right? But Thorfinn believes he could, Einar believes he could… and heck even Canute decided to believe. Just like that, Canute left. He had laughs, he had his reunion but most importantly he learned even the whims of a simple person carries the thoughts as big as changing the very foundations of this world. He gained people he could call his partner as well… Thorfinn and Einar :) Boys left the farm. They on their journey to Vinalnd, and heck we got such a sweet epilogue sort of. Pater is alive, Olmar has changed, people have started working to bring the farm in the state it was.. and they’re just happy with whatever they’re doing. That’s what matters the most. Snake confessed his real name as well… Roald. The conclusion to Ketil’s farm arc. And now there is just one more episode. Time really flew by. 10/5. |
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| Kobayashi Cinema, this week. That's all. A beautiful episode once again. Peak after peak. The negotiation between Throfinn and Canute went smoothly which was not expected. So... it's nice that Canute left the farm alone and went on his way on the same mission as Thorfinn. Friends again... Canute changed some things for the better as the king. On the other hand, Throfinn and Einar, the brothers are determined to make Vinland a reality. For Arnheid's sake. What a beautiful moment was that iconic handshake scene. Olamar has also changed a lot. They're heading back to Iceland. We also got to know the real name of Snake, Roald. Just one more episode left in this masterpiece of a season to end. Next week, the reunion. Bye-bye... farm. RIP Arnheid. |
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| The journey never ends.. This was one part of it. Hopefully we get a S3 announcement/teaser next week. A Masterpiece of an episode. |
Hei316 said: Are you really excited for Season 3? Balatic Sea War is the worst arc in the series.The journey never ends.. This was one part of it. Hopefully we get a S3 announcement/teaser next week. A Masterpiece of an episode. |
| The two paradises: Thorfinn vs. Canute, and the world's only big for one. With King Sweyn's soul dragging on Canute's soul, Thorfinn's reneges on his deal to run away from him, after seeing Canute for the 2nd time, and not much can be done this time to save Ketil's farm. And even if Thorfinn keeps on running, Canute's territory will grow, the former will keep on running to a place where he can assimilate his own paradise, a place where Canute cannot reach. It's a hard take of a negotiation, but the two sides are able to come to a consensus for peace talks. For one, Thorfinn's persuasion to Canute to stop his farm terrorizing, he may have lost the battle, but he won the hearts of the people. In many a sense, Canute DID become a good king. The last condolences for Arnheid's passing, and the pressing on to create their version of Vinland: a land free of oppression and war, together as brothers, for themselves, for Arnheid. With Snake (now known as Roald, son of Grim)'s plea and Olmar's long-overdue thanks, they've seen all they need to see of who Thorfinn is. And despite the Old Master still having his deal with them, Thorfinn chose not to take any treasures with him, leaving Ketil's farm with Einar. The metaphors of "Carve it", it's a sign that the Slave Arc has all but concluded, and the memories of what happened will not be forgotten. Another masterpiece episode, and now all that awaits is next week's finale. |
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Hei316 said: S3 will probably come in a year or two.The journey never ends.. This was one part of it. Hopefully we get a S3 announcement/teaser next week. A Masterpiece of an episode. |
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| Well this episode was different than I thought. But overall an okay episode, it was for once somewhat different on how they approach things. |
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| They did a great job adapting this from the manga. Magnificent job. Wow. |
| An amazing climax episode that encapsulates what Vinland Saga is about. Perfect. I absolutely adored it. The exchange between Thorfinn and Canute is perfect and the vow between Einar and Thorfinn was powerful as well. Brilliant direction, Kobayashi never lets me down. I'm sure there will be cynical people that will despite this episode that will appear in this thread, but that doesn't matter honestly. I'll miss the farm and I'll miss Arnheid, but this marks a new chapter for a story much more grand than you would expect. Rooting for a season 3 even if it's unlikely. |
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| Absolute cinema. Just peak fucking fiction this episode was. The tense conversation between Thorfinn and Canute came to a peaceful and even amicable conclusion. Canute called off his plans to take over the farm, and seems to consider Thorfinn and Einar his allies now. But the real bread and butter of the episode, the iconic handshake. I've seen the manga panel out of context, but with context the scene is even more powerful. Two men, two brothers, vowing to create a peaceful land that they can proudly tell their deceased friend about (RIP Arnheid once again 😔). The music in that scene stood out to me the most, how it heightened the emotional weight of what was happening. Just a beautifully put together episode. Our boys have left the farm, and even got to learn Snake's real name (Roald) as they departed. Now finally, Thorfinn will reunite with his family after so many years. What a master class of an episode this was, and I'm sad that it's ending next week. |
| People on MAL refuse to actually enjoy watching anime. Your taste in anime isn't a personality trait. |
| This was one of the best episodes in anime history. What a masterpiece!! |
| Canute laughed. I can't describe the sense of relief I felt seeing a man who was so grumpy the entire season laugh like that. And it was so unexpected as well. Thankfully Canute withdrew his troops. And Thorgil never got the fight he wanted. At the beginning of the series, I wanted Olmar to have character development. What he got was probably the best thing that could ever happen to a character like him. He became a man. But I never would've expected Ketil to turn out like he did. He was the most stable character in the beginning. But now he's just a mess. He lost it all. The beginning of the invasion might not have been his fault but things quickly escalated as he went out of control. He overestimated what he could do and made a lot of bad decisions that'll haunt him for the rest of his life. But at least his son Olmar, Snake/Roald, and the other guests became farmers. That handshake scene man. Oof. It got me filled with emotion. I loved it. One of the best anime moments of this year for sure. There's still one more episode left. And it feels like an epilogue chapter whereas this episode felt like an ending. Thorfinn finally goes home and meets his family. This one's going to be another tearjerker for sure. But man I'm not ready to say goodbye to Vinland Saga again for who knows how many years. Hopefully, Season 3 will be announced very soon. |
Nycro said: Yes we are excited for S3.Hei316 said: Are you really excited for Season 3? Balatic Sea War is the worst arc in the series.The journey never ends.. This was one part of it. Hopefully we get a S3 announcement/teaser next week. A Masterpiece of an episode. |
| another amazing episode just more ep left of the season and I'm hyped for it from the preview, it looks like Thorfinn finally goes back home can't wait for it hopefully, we get a season 3 announcement |
Homura24Jun 12, 2023 10:51 AM
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| He ran, just as his ancestors did so they can live in peace without war... Thorfinn the man, the myth, the legend And Canute actually proceeded to withdraw and changed his ways. The phrases from the start of the season! The retainers plowing the land and looking at their hand and calluses. This moved me so much. This was a beautiful episode. Really felt like a finale. But there is one more this season and Really hoping for a season 3 announcement eventually 🙏 |
EmbientJun 12, 2023 10:33 AM
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| that was masterclass level storytelling to bring about the conclusion to an arc that was steeped in symbolism and metaphors; beautiful, just beautiful |
| Don't believe the hype. |
| Another Monday, Another Vinland episode, Another Seinen masterclass, this time with bromance edition. - Canute giving Thorfinn choice of killing him, expecting Thorfinn will violently react. Sweyn's head spinning around Canute manipulating him as usual - Thorfinn says that he will simply run if he has no intention to leave the farm - Canute wasn't expecting that and he starts laughing. He says people bargain and try to trap him, but he simply came beaten to tell him not to seize the farm. I can understand where Canute is coming from, a king always expects the worst case scenario in peace negotiations, so listening to something so light hearted can be off-putting for sure XD - "So the Vikings are capable of producing someone like you. You're a beautiful man." Nice lmao, Canute actually was impressed by Thorfinn's thought process hehe - Juxtaposition of Thorfinn and Canute's way of creating paradise. Thorfinn tells Canute that he will create a world for the oppressed people to live in, who cannot live in Canute's world - "If you keep oppressing people, eventually no one will be able to save you. You need to try harder. Don't make more work for me." I love Thorfinn lmfao 😂😂😂 - Thorgil is dissatisfied that Canute has left. Another L for Thorgil - Canute disbands his troops stationed in England, and gains the trust of English nobility. That's a good move on his part, which will not require unnecessary overhead of feeding and in general tending to the troops. - Scene forward to next day. Thorfinn wakes up and walks up to Einar. He apologizes to Einar for doing something crazy. - "When Arnheid drew her last breath, I couldn't answer her right away. I couldn't tell her why she had to live. What am I supposed to say to a soul that's been through hell and yearns for the peace of death?... I want a world where I can tell people to live. One I can proudly describe to people whose only salvation is death. A place more appealing than death. That's all we ever wanted in this world we live in... I won't accept it. If a place like that doesn't exist, then I'll make one. Einar. Brother, come with me. We'll build a peaceful land in Vinland. One we can proudly tell Arnheid about." "Let's do it, brother. Beyond the sea, let's create a country without slavery or war." "For Arnheid." Man... so powerful words, and such powerful bromance 🥹😭👏  - Einar and Thorfinn give their thanks to the farm folks. To Olmar. To Pater. To Snake. To Sverkel. - While leaving, Snake tells his real name. "My name is Roald, Son of Grim." That's a good name you have Snake haha! - Full circle back to first scene of season 2: "Carve it. Carve it into your flesh. Carve it into the land. Carve it into the sea. Carve it into your spoils. Carve it into your enemies. Carve it. Carve it. Carve what you feel into me. Carve that encounter into me." Episode end. I have no more words, the episode itself was very expressive in terms of delivery of emotions. Oh well, with one more episode to go, it's gonna be one last Monday to look forward to. Till then, until next time folks! Next episode though, titled "Home"... They really want to make us emotional, even in the last episode huh 🥹🥹🥹 Oh well, I guess I can save some tears for next Monday as well.  PS: How did I forget to talk about Kobayashi cinema! The animation as usual was awesome, especially during the talk near Arnheid's grave. Fantastic job Kobayashi-san 👏👏👏 PPS: Pater is also alive! Man, I am so happy that he lived to see the day. He was always helpful to Thorfinn, Einar and Arnheid and did not deserve to die in the war started by Ketil. PPPS: Borrowing this from @LLBird 's comment: "Carve it into your flesh" Let your pain and suffering leave a mark on you, learn from it, and live by it. "Carve it into the land" Don't stop being a better person on your own, spread it, and make an impact on people around you. "Carve it into the sea" Explore vast distances, discover and learn new things. "Carve it into your spoils, carve it into your enemies" Make sure people who are against you get that impact as well. Make sure your voice is heard and that they remember it. "Carve what you feel into me" For those who root for you, make sure they understand your passion, your desire to be a good person" "Carve that encounter into me" Never lose hope, always know that there is a bright side to everything. Always know there is good in people. |
KoustubhJun 15, 2023 1:15 PM
| What absolute gigachads, I love to see such a good depiction of healthy masculinity. It works so well because it feels earned and is juxtaposed against how horrible the rest of the world is. |
| The characters in this story are so, so good. From the relationship between Throfinn and Canute, to Einar, Roald, Olmar, Sverkel and Arnheid. That was just some amazing storytelling. And now, Thorfinn's finally returning home. |
| amazing did they added more filler or bonus content than the manga? i did not remember some of the talks in this episode from the manga thorfinn knows that canutes belief is utilitarianism meanwhile thorfinn will run away from that to a place with no war or slavery called vinland the classic analogy of the sheeps being controlled by the shepard is a nice touch also that that a single sheep can lead other sheeps astray and towards a cliff is good thorfinn wants to tell the hopeless that there is a better peaceful place than death too and that is hopefully vinland olmar said he wants to be like thorfinn a kind and strong man, a real man |
| Canute's just like Thorfinn, but has a different approach as he is the ruler of many people. He has to take routes that evil, while Thorfinn will take the peaceful way. He sees him as an ally which is exactly why they could have such a conversation with each other. They simply understand one's view and wants to do the same, but it's impossible for Canute to do it in the way that Thorfinn wants to. He does seem to withdraw his troops and use his authority in a friendlier way. But, he'll still conquer. Aside from that, a beautiful conversation between our main characters who'll build a beautiful place in Vinland together. Saying farewell to the farm and that was one of the purest moments. I also loved to see what they're doing on the farm. And fuck yes, we'll finally get to see Thorfinn with his family again. |
   “You yourself have to change first, or nothing will change for you!” ' |
| Goddamn I love this anime soooooo much! <3 |
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| They peaked beyond peak holy shit. One of the best episodes I have seen |
| I'm gonna miss Thorgil a lot. |
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Masterpiece I can't find words to describe it, masterfully done. |
| No words. Simply zenith. I’m over here crying my eyes out. Nothing’s made me cry in a while. Best episode of an anime I’ve seen in years. This is what art is supposed to be. This could’ve easily been a perfect send off to season 2, and we’ve got another episode next week that promises to be just as emotionally powerful. Anime of the year by a very wide margin. “So the Vikings can make someone like you. You are a beautiful man” those words from Canute just gave me goosebumps, combined with the OST and sunset in the background. I could not have asked for a better adaptation of that moment. I want to be like you. Strong and kind like you. A real man. I’m so proud of Olmar for his character arc. It’s come full circle from wanting to be violent like his brother to realising real strength doesn’t come from violence, but from kindness. Killing people doesn’t make you a man. Just perfection. |
Marinate1016Jun 12, 2023 11:12 AM
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| Epic. Purely epic. Haven't read the manga so I was SHCOKED when Canute actually left! |
| Seeing Thorfinn through Canute's eyes in the lead-up to this outburst (with lively "camera" movements) was a brilliant touch. "Brother" The wait for the defining moment to be adapted has paid off. No bruised and swollen Thorfinn to bid farewell? Though I'm still glad to have seen Olmar find a different role model. |
Fortress_MaximusJun 12, 2023 2:04 PM
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| This is the Peakland saga we have witnessed. |
| Amazing ending to this arc. Some people say that Thorfinn is idealistic, and while it's true that there are many people who can never be reasoned with. But his ideology is what shaped humanity into more what it is today, and less savage. Just generally the whole dialogue between Thorfinn and Canute was great. And to finish off the season, Thorfinn homecoming will be perfect. |
| God really... This series should samn it an Oscar get (as best Anime series and best regie 2022) in the next Oscar Award event, if not then it's a fucking shame!!! |
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| Oh come on now, how tf do you skip Thorfinn's completely swollen face? Other than that minor nitpick, a masterpiece of an episode as I expected it to be. Time to see, Thorfinn's family again after so long. |
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