Thorfinn faces brutal defeat in Vinland Saga S2E21

The second season of Vinland Saga takes a more serious tone than the first, with Thorfinn embarking on a different journey. While revenge was his primary motivation in the first season, he now seeks to distance himself from his past as a warrior and avoid conflict at all costs. As the second season draws to a close, Thorfinn's time on Ketil's farm is coming to an end. In episode 20, viewers watched as Ketil's recruits were brutally attacked by Canute's superior Jomsvikings. Despite the carnage, Ketil remained determined to push forward, even as Snake called for a retreat. This decision did not sit well with Ketil, whose fear of losing everything left him distracted and vulnerable to a deadly blow. Meanwhile, Thorgil attempted to assassinate Canute, but ultimately failed as Canute's guards came to his defense.

As the episode progressed, viewers were left heartbroken when Arnheid succumbed to her injuries. It was revealed that Ketil was the one who beat her up as he couldn't bear the thought of her returning to her husband. In her final moments, Thorfinn shared with her the possibility of Vinland, a peaceful land devoid of wars and other evils. Soon after, Snake brought in a heavily wounded Ketil, the very person responsible for Arnheid's demise. Einar was enraged and would have killed him if not for Thorfinn's intervention.

Vinland Saga fans can look forward to an exciting new episode on May 29, 2023. Titled "Courage," episode 21 will follow Thorfinn as he faces the difficult task of ending the war without any further casualties. His ultimate goal is to meet with Canute, but with Ketil's hostile attitude towards him, this will prove to be a challenging feat. To gain access to Canute, Thorfinn must first convince his army to allow him passage.

The upcoming episode will delve into the aftermath of Arnheid's death, highlighting how it has affected Einar, her grieving lover. Einar had an intense love for Arnheid and her untimely death has left him in a state of anguish. He was always concerned about her happiness and even supported her decision to leave with her husband. It would be interesting to see how Einar copes with the fact that her killer is still on the loose.

Furthermore, the episode will also showcase the confrontation between the two brothers, Thorgil and Olmar, who have contrasting outlooks on life. Thorgil is a barbaric and bloodthirsty individual who thrives on chaos and destruction. In contrast, his brother Olmar is a gentle and timid soul who initially tried to emulate his brother's ways but eventually realized that it wasn't for him. In the upcoming episode, Olmar might finally muster the courage to tell his brother that he's had enough of trying to be like him. The war has left a profound impact on Olmar, leading him to discover his true self amidst the chaos.

Where To Watch

Vinland Saga fans can rejoice as Season 2 Episode 21 is just around the corner! The highly anticipated episode will be available to watch on popular streaming platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll shortly after its release in Japan. As of now, the episodes are only available with subtitles, and there is no news yet about the release of the dubbed version of the anime. Stay tuned for updates!