Vinland Saga
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Average 4.6
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| This episode felt like a psychological character study of Thorffin's character. From his mental thoughts, dreams, and overall response to life and death itself. What an ending though. Just a reminder that the show can be cruel to anyone, at any time and at any place. This was just as tense as many of the other episodes and shows how humans take action in their own hands. |
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| There’s no running away from the past as it cannot be changed or erased, it can only be accepted… and that’s what Thorfinn needs to learn quick and fast. He still searches for a purpose in his life and knows more than anyone how empty he is from inside. But things will begin to work, in fact they’ve already started as now people like Einar and Sverkel are there to look after him. Though for the time being, the second half was a harsh recall as to what awaits for slaves in their world. A year worth of hardwork and those goons wasted every single shred of it just like that… honestly the most heart-rending moment. Einar’s anger was well justified, though it was Thorfinn who took the charge and punched the living daylights out of that twerp faced servant. But happy endings isn't a thing in this series, Thorfinn's past is here to haunt him.. AGAIN. Excellent episode, which had Thorfinn question his actions at every front. |
Softhenic03Feb 27, 2023 8:05 AM
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| Man... I feel so bad for Einar and Thorfinn and their crops and the discrimination that actually still happens to this day. The difference between a Slave and a free man. Einar was so angry in the second half of the episode but it was nice to see that Thorfinn was trying continuously to stop him but he also had a limit and the anger took over him and then they got assaulted. Thorfinn still trying to find his purpose after Askeladd is gone. Einar is there to support him but that's all he can do for him. The old man is a very nice person. It was nice of him to give them some words of wisdom. |
Pre_YumFeb 27, 2023 10:43 AM
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| "Being empty means anything and fit inside of you, if you want to be reborn, being empty's the best way to be" Absolute cinema right here folks  |
ElucidFeb 27, 2023 9:02 AM
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| Thorfinn's nightmare is becoming more prevalent as a dream, the dream of falling off a cliff, after Askeladd is gone from his life. The Empty Man that Thorfinn is now, forgetting all of his dreams, but yet still oh-so-important, so what is causing him to not remember? Ketil's retainers aren't happy that both Einar and Thorfinn are making as much waves into their crop cultivation. Thorfinn fighting against Askeladd for oretty much all of his life, and when he got killed by somebody else, there was no motivation left for said slave to act on his revenge of 11 years. Einar comforting him that the matter has been settled, Thorfinn just couldn't get rid of Askeladd by himself, fueled with hatred. It's the season of Lent, and Thorfinn trying to cast a net into the sea, it's easier said than done. And the both of them having a conversation moment of ennui about what it means to be a warrior, and Thorfinn might've been one before, but now, it's different. The wheat crops being destroyed by the retainers, words could not explain the evil behind the distinction between a retainer and a slave. Einar was fuming so bad that he wanted to get back at them so badly, and even against Thorfinn, he can't suppress his anger. This is the same for the old man who was once bullied, and he shares their sentiments. But amidst the depression, nothing will satisfy Einar other than violence, which Thorfinn tries his best to restrain Einar, but ended as the one doing the punch instead. That was a satisfying punch, though. But Thorfinn's memories coming back just when he got it altogether, it's an ominous cliffhanger. Once again, yet another excellent episode delving at Thorfinn's character. |
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| Thorfinn learned existentialsim basically existence is meaningless until you give it meaning and Thorfinn should fight back for self defense purposes  |
| FUCK this ending. Seven whole days of waiting now, I should just stick watching awful isekai shit seasonally and wait for this until it ends. The worst thing is that if I didn't have a Netflix subscription I would probably be able to control myself and wait until there were at least 10+ episodes to watch. |
| Man, the episode was deep and very beautifully written. Seeing Thorfinn's deeper thoughts is a unique experience. And, one punch thorfinn scene was so funny. |
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| Emotional episodes this time, sucks what happened to their wheat |
| Thorfinn's dreams are eating away at him, it seems like one step forward, two steps back in his mental state, and I feel for him, and for Einar. It really goes to show what the difference is between a slave and a retainer. One might ask how destroying the wheat benefits anyone, but this act is honestly inexplainable. People want power, and can't stand people who are at a lower level get treated the same way as them, simple as that. As for Einar, I've said a few times now that he's like Season 1 Thorfinn. He's very emotional and loud, and speaks his mind. Now it's Thorfinn trying to restrain him instead of the other way around. Seeing Thorfinn punch the retainer in Einar's place was quite a powerful scene, and chaos ensued from that. Just a terrible day for them, and I hope they keep their heads held high as they continue working on the farm. Overall, one of the better episodes of the season, but then basically all of them have been very good. The character development is strong for the characters, and this episode felt like a great study of Thorfinn's character, with Askeladd, Thors, and the past weighing down on him. Excellent work here. |
| Thorfinn accepted that his rage towards Askladd was just a mean to survive in his past. Although, with time his rage towards him declined. Never expected "One Punch Thorfinn" literally breaking the jaw of a person. |
| Thorfinn is still weighed down by guilt. All the shit he has done was essentially for nothing and since Askeladd(without the hate to cope) is out of the picture he's basically shackled. The visual depiction of him trying to climb up while people whom he killed drag him down is striking. Was good to see him breaking free for a second. He's moving. I also love how honest his body is again, but he needs to chanel his energy into a different direction. Speaking of body, I gotta say that I don't like his current design in the anime. The beard doesn't match his soft facial features and size. Iirc he looked more rugged in the manga. Or maybe it was just the grittier art in general. The retainers are absolute lowlives for messing with the hard work and hopes of others. I rather respect mercenaries and marauders like Askeladd and Björn who knew they were cruel pieces of shit. They were at least brave and had some decency for people of their trade. I don't remember what's gonna happen to them, hopefully justice will be served. This season is so frigging captivating and shit hasn't even hit the fan yet. |
FMmatronMar 6, 2023 1:24 PM
One Piece episode 914 & 915 & 1027 were a mistake and 957 brought the salvation - FMmatron |
| This.. this is the best way to the start the week.. and God i'm glad that Vinland saga ep is on Mondays. A whole episode dedicated to the most beautiful man.. our one only Thorfinn! and Mappa did not held back! especially the nightmare sequence.. It gave me chills.. This episode better reach 95% rating.. |
| Ah, so Arnheid was seeing Ketil... Should've seen that coming. That punch to that retainer was so deserved. The rest needs a good ass-kicking too. |
| Just happy to be along for this ride. Next week won't come too soon. |
| Man this Ep was so good(as most are from this series). Writing, Direction, slow background score & Thorfinn's whole Empitiness montage were all peak. Not to mention the Jaw breaking suckerpunch 10/10 Ep. |
| Good characters development this time. Let’s what will happen in the next times. Farmland arc is far to be finished |
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| Arguably the most important chapter/episode in terms of Thorfinn’s future character development. Yes he’s made mistakes in the past and war was all he knew, but “being empty means anything can fit inside you” A new start. This is cinema, folks I hope y’all are appreciating the level of writing we’re seeing here, anime doesn’t give you this often. Thorfinn’s facial expressions and eyes have become so much more expressive over the past few episodes too. Love that. |
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| every episode just hits me in the feels. some of the stuff thats been said is so relatable that I just can't help but shed a tear. |
| Episode was absolutely gas. |
| It was so satisfying seeing Thorfinn break that guys jaw. I'm so excited for the next episode! |
| Damn that punch. Well deserved. Even Thorfinn couldn't hold himself at the end after all their hard work was ruined by those useless retainers and snapped. Sverkel keeps sharing his wisdom with Thorfinn and Einar. It's finally time for Thorfinn to move on and find a new purpose in his life. Next week's episode is going to be the most important for Thorfinn's character development and his overall change towards his new way of life. And ofc Askeladd is going to be present during that transition. |
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| Another amazing episode with powerful moments as we see Thorfinn questioning himself and changing little by little. It's crazy how this show went from an action packed first season full of political stakes to a very calm farm life almost philosophical season, and both are masterpieces in their own different ways |
| Literally had PTSD at the final scenes of Thorfinn. |
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| Loved seeing more of Thorfinn's development and the continued growth of the friendship between him and Einar. Looks like Einar learned about Arnheid's situation, pour one out for the homie 😔 and damn I felt bad for what happened to their wheat. Warrior Thorfinn came back out a little with that amazing punch, but slaves rebelling like that will only mean bad things for these 2 in the next episode. The character-driven narrative of Farmland Saga has been amazing so far, even without the action or intensity of season 1, it isn't boring to watch. |
| People on MAL refuse to actually enjoy watching anime. Your taste in anime isn't a personality trait. MAL is literally just anime Twitter as its own website lol. |
Elucid said: That was exactly me at that moment. That is some good writing there from Yukimura-sensei !"Being empty means anything and fit inside of you, if you want to be reborn, being empty's the best way to be" Absolute cinema right here folks |
| Episode flew by in seconds. Those two are gonna be in big trouble now, right? I wonder if any evidence will be found that reveals the true victims. |
| Man, bringing those dreams out into animation and the hands of the dead, MAPPA have really made it pop. Meanwhile, how reality was depicted was also beautiful, especially the idyllic forest where Einar and Thorfinn had their chat. Speaking of which, adding Thorfinn imagining Einar's infancy foreshadowed Einar's words about if they had met earlier, the little touches like that on this adaptation are a chef's kiss. |
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| Peak! Episode gone so fast, need more!! |
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| Thorfinn ... T__T you're suffering so much. This was such a good episode. |
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| Wow, just wow. So far this arc has been really crappy (aside from a midly good episode 3), but this episode was truly deep. The talk about being empty and is a great way to start anew, Thorfinn acknowledging his mental state and Einar also acknowledging that the girl he likes is surely the landlord concubine, the mutilation of the crops was an incredible pay off and made a great contrast of Einar and Thorfinn life. I'm glad I didn't loose faith, and hope it still becomes better |
| 34 years old ossan who still watches anime |
| Oh boi shit just hit the fan. |
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 ... and Thorfinn's character building and development continues well, I love it |
A-K-DiktatorApr 23, 2023 8:01 AM
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| How could they end the fight mid episode... ah it looks like the next one's going to be deep again. I just want Thorfinn to be happy T_T |
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