Vinland Saga
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| THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE. ---------------------------------------- Ah I love the world fiction in this series. As they journey forward, we got to hear more about Wales and more of the land. Adapted chapter 23-24+ this episode. We even got talk about "love" and the importance of it. |
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| I, Prince Canute, have a dream! Good episode, we finally heard Canute's voice. To me, Canute seems no different than any other innocent people involved in this war. It's pretty evident that he doesn't like the situation that he's in, unlike Thorkell for instance, and is pretty much dependent on Ragnar. I'd really like to see how his character unfolds. It seems like Askeladd's army will have to deal with the Welsh, why did the episode have to end on a cliffhanger? Overall, 5/5 |
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| Oh man, I love the dialogue. Such fascinating conversations and politics. I love the Wales conflict and geography. "A hawk, it's so low. Catch it Ragnar". This line is perfect for Canute's introduction, it shows how incompetent and less interested Canute is when it comes to politics. The talk about love was interesting, it gives us a retrospective of how Vikings were as they had no love and only glory. There's only better to come guys, can't wait for the next cour. |
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| Good episode. Next week we are getting new OP and ED. Can't wait to see and hear them, though I will surely miss Aimer. |
| Ok now, I think even the most doubtful person is convinced that Canute is a boy lol Loved his lines and reactions of him hiding behind Ragnar due to him feeling awkward around other people. The priest is always entertaining to be around. His words never reach those guys lol An older Leif Erikson appeared at the end still looking for Thorfinn. Cannot wait for a certain line Askeladd is going to say next week as well as the new OP & ED. |
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Zenek said: Is that a flash-forward then? Cause I don't remember Thorfinn ever being a slave. Unless it's just a random kid who looks a lot like him and that's why Leif freaks out Nope, they just showed older Leif looking for Thorfinn. He mistook the female slave for Thorfinn for a moment and was frustrated that she wasn't him since he is looking for him for years to bring him home. |
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shane_nichols said: Tsarko said: Now I don't know about that. Remember, we were delayed an episode because of the typhoon.Good episode. Next week we are getting new OP and ED. Can't wait to see and hear them, though I will surely miss Aimer. New ED next episode confirmed implicitly by Aimer herself. https://twitter.com/Aimer_and_staff/status/1178333751148892161?s=20 I can't confirm on the Op status at the moment but I seem to vaguely recall checking one of the creator's post where he hinted that the this 1st Op will stick around for a bit longer. But maybe that was a mistake on my part, please don't take my word on it. |
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| Another very good episode. I love all the little historical details. What was the deal with elderly Leif at the end? |
| damn, pretty slow ep but the ending was mad. Thought Canute was gonna be the silent yet badass type but seems like he's more the scared type |
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Short_Circut said: damn, pretty slow ep but the ending was mad. Thought Canute was gonna be the silent yet badass type but seems like he's more the scared type I can see that, but I think it's slow in a good way and not a bad way. The pace flew for me, though I'm quite invested into the story. |
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Sexland Saga lol but im curious on how they can close the distance and fight back against those archers |
| Pretty tense episode with a nice and a very welcome insight on the geography and history of the region! As such, the episode felt a little educational and so far I'm really liking that aspect of the show so I'm hoping to see it continue throughout the ride. Madman Thorkell sure knows his Geography and it's commendable how his troops are marching long and hard, but apparently there's trouble from another direction for Askeladd and co. I wonder if that's one of the minor kingdoms that've been fed English money before or something of that sort. Interesting how Askeladd is acquainted with this particular Welsh Kingdom though, and obviously it raises the question of who he really is. But keeping that aside, it's interesting that Askeladd's got hopes for this free-spirited Prince. Meanwhile, Thorfinn is fired up and I can't wait to see how Askeladd's men will fight back against the odds here. Archers on high ground sniping reminds me of the time with Thors's battle, I wonder how Thorfinn would feel upon that realisation of having to go through this on two occasions now. A little perplexed how "the Ear" would notice enemies from a days' walking distance away but not on enemies creeping up just over a hill right beside though. Anyway, final time for the ED and possibly the Op too. It's been such a wonderful company through this 1st half that it's a little heartbreaking but I'm hoping the next themes will deliver nonetheless! Already added the 1st Op & ED on my playlist since the first episode nevertheless so I'll definitely be tuning in to those in this week at the very least and later on too! |
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| Mostly a buildup episode, but it was still interesting as we got a small introduction to Canute's character (plus he finally spoke lol). Looks like there will be more carnage and bloodshed next week. |
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| Pretty good episode. Would love to see Askeladd backstory in future episodes. Askeladd and his group managed to avoid Thorkell but they have another problem now. I will miss hearing the ED. |
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| Great episode once again,this particular episode had lot of world building and we got to see England and Wales closely, a hint of Askeladd's backstory and the discussion about Love,Love is always the most important thing. The cliffhanger at the end is pretty well done and now we are entering the better parts of the story. |
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najumobi said: MonkeyDHunter said: Ok now, I think even the most doubtful person is convinced that Canute is a boy lol Loved his lines and reactions of him hiding behind Ragnar due to him feeling awkward around other people. The priest is always entertaining to be around. His words never reach those guys lol An older Leif Erikson appeared at the end still looking for Thorfinn. Cannot wait for a certain line Askeladd is going to say next week as well as the new OP & ED. I'm not surprised by the priest having to explain an intangible concept like 'love'. I speak 2 languages & it's hard sometimes to translate a word/phrases that are concepts from the foreign language into English because there isn't an English corollary. Sometimes you have to elaborate. I like that the last foot soldier to speak was inquisitive about what the priest had to say. It gave me the feeling of a conversation that would lead to his conversion because I hear clergy say things like the "love of jesus christ" when evangelizing to non-believers. That's just my interpretation. Aye, I can relate to that problem because of my mother-tongue's vast vocabulary. Anyway, I like your interpretation in this. There's also the fact that most of the Norse people were still into Paganism while mocking the concept of Christianity as we already saw in the previous episodes. Women, money etc were rewards for them along with the glory of the war. Love is something you don't get through those means which also might be a reason of their ignorance. I also think that guy would potentially end up converting to Christianity at the end. |
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Stark700 said: THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE. ---------------------------------------- Ah I love the world fiction in this series. As they journey forward, we got to hear more about Wales and more of the land. Adapted chapter 23-24+ this episode. We even got talk about "love" and the importance of it. Thanks for refreshing my memories about which parts they adapted here xD |
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| That was a really good episode. It felt really atmospheric. I also noticed that the background music is now louder which is a big plus. Loved the build up and the cliffhanger. That's the beauty of VS, it's takes it time and gives a lot of background. What a adventure. |
| A solid episode in terms of world-building and plot progression, even if there wasn't any real action to speak of. Canute seems pretty hopeless as an heir to the throne so far, though I have a feeling that whatever Thorfinn's about to do may see some change there. Speaking of Thorfinn, moving him to the background this episode was probably a good move, as the focus can become very narrow when he's the focus, whereas focusing on Askeladd allows us to appreciate the wider scope of what's going on. My only complaint is the notion that Leicester would be the nearest fort to the Severn River, which is just complete nonsense; the map shown during the Wales exposition even highlighted that point, so I'm not sure why they left that line of dialogue in. |
| I like the last few minutes of this one, but not much else. It just kinda feels like 18 minutes of nothing much happening and then a huge burst of energy right at the end. Those few seconds that Leif was on screen was the best part of the whole episode. Hope we get to see more of him next week. Also, what the fuck happened to Canute? Up until now I'd always seen him as this stoic, emotionless character that everyone underestimates for his appearance until he pulls out a badass super-killer-sword-mega-death-combo move or something. But no, all of a sudden he's got this high school anime shyness thing going on and I'm just wondering where the fuck it came from. |
| Nthng much to say about this episode but really hyped for the next episode. |
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Elucid said: deg said: Sexland Saga lol but im curious on how they can close the distance and fight back against those archers Oh man, I don't think @A_Sad_Dust_Cloud is gonna be happy lmao Considering it's the exact same shite edit as last week, then yeah. Apparently I have a reputation now for saying that err... having out of place looking fanservice shots in serious historical dramas is a bad idea. Who knew that was a radical stance? |
| the teenage angst or stereotypes are here too lol Thorfinn - edgy teenager Canute - shy teenager and they are both the same age too according to Askeladd im almost sure both of this teenagers now will overcome their teenage phase or else they will likely die |
| That was another great episode. I don't understand why this anime isn't more popular; it's fucking criminal! I love how they've introduced Canute; as a timid, feminine and innocent young man... the very opposite of Thorfinn. I think the contrast in their personalities and circumstances is going to be very interesting. Am i wrong in thinking that at the end there, that was Leif looking for Thorfinn? Or i also thought it could be Leif looking as Thorfinn's homeland was being plundered by slave traders? |
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NotFred said: That was a really good episode. It felt really atmospheric. I also noticed that the background music is now louder which is a big plus. Loved the build up and the cliffhanger. That's the beauty of VS, it's takes it time and gives a lot of background. What a adventure. YES! I really enjoy the show but I've had this nagging feeling that something was missing, I just couldn't figure out what it was, but this episode felt different and I realized it was because the volume on the background music has been way too low. It seems that they turned it up a notch in this episode and made it feel more present, I really hope it will continue like this. |
| Damn this anime really has a great atmosphere. Especially the end had that kinda epic, end of episode feeling with the OST and the short scenes from different ppl at different places Canute feels really out of place with all the warriors surrounding him ngl Finally got to hear his voice tho Love talk heh? I don't think such a scene is of no importance so I wonder where this will go |
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A_Sad_Dust_Cloud said: Considering it's the exact same shite edit as last week, then yeah. Apparently I have a reputation now for saying that err... having out of place looking fanservice shots in serious historical dramas is a bad idea. Who knew that was a radical stance? Then I must be radical as well. |
| Canute is a trap lol considering how he looks and talks. Well, it's nice to hear his voice because I thought he was gonna be a badass considering his feminine resemblance with griffith. |
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| I loved the discussion about love. What a nasty cliffhanger that was... |
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| So a trap after all. And shit, these episodes always end too early. I dunno how long I can hold back before picking up the mango. |
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| I thought the priest was going to talk about booze but it turned out to be love. |
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| It seems like the next episode will be full of bloodshed. I wonder how they'll escape from the ambush. If they can escape, of course. I'm anime only and 100% spoiler-free, so I'll just wait and see how this will turn out. I wonder if anyone important will die...... I loved this ending song though. It leaves me with a bunch of emotions every time. I hope the new one is just as good. |
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