Summary
Vinland Sagais one of the most critically acclaimed anime series. It receivedan anime adaptationall the way back in 2019, and it was met with an extremely positive reception by the viewers. So, it was only a matter of time, before the anime received its second season.
The first season of the anime was filled with some very interesting characters who managed to leave a lasting impression on the fans. To help the fans know more about their favorite characters, we have made a list of the main characters of Vinland Saga and added theirage and height.
Updated on Jul 31, 2025, by Suzail Ahmad:Vinland Saga is unanimously considered to be one of the greatest anime of all time. Not only does it have a compelling story, but it also has many interesting characters. So far, the anime has released two seasons, both of which have been well-received by the audience.
Given its success, it is highly likely that it will return for a third season at some point. The intense second season affected a lot of characters and laid the groundwork for their future appearances. Themain characters of Vinland Sagawill appear in the subsequent seasons, but it is important to know what happened to them towards the end of the Farm arc.
Vinland Saga Statistics Chart
This chart will provide the heights and ages of the main characters fromVinland Saga. For any character whose height or age has not been disclosed, unknown will be used. The figures that have been used are from the first season of the series.
18
153 cm
19-22 years old and 155cm tall.
44
170 cm
39
180 cm
50
230 cm
38/39
45
175 cm
44/45
150 cm
Does not appear in the arc
27
35 (During his first appearance)
20
184 cm
Debut arc
24
176 cm
34
172 cm
68
145 cm
15Einar
Thorfinn’s Close Friend
Einar is one of the main characters in the Ketil Farm arc. After being purchased by Ketil, Einar ended up as a worker on his farm. Not long after, he met Thorfinn, who was working on the farm, and the two became close friends.
Einar’s character is akin to Thorfinn’s from the first season. He is prone to emotional outbursts, which quite often land him in trouble. In the upcoming season, Einar has an important role to play, so fans should keep an eye on him.
Current Status: Like Thorfinn, Einar got his freedom after Ketil’s farm was saved. Instead of traveling by himself, Einar decided to join Thorfinn on his adventure.
14Thorgil
Ketil’s Elder Son
Thorgil is the eldest son of Ketil, and he has a thirst for battles. None of his other family members are as violent as Thorgil. When his desire to battle other people got out of hand, he decided to serve Canute. Needless to say, Ketil was happy to see Thorgil leave because of his erratic behavior.
When he came back to the farm, it didn’t take long for him to show his true colors. As a brute, Thorgil doesn’t bring much to the story, making him rather limited in terms of what he brings to the story.
Current Status: Following his failed attempt at Canute’s life, Thorgil disappeared and it is unlikely that he will play any further role in the story at least for another season.
13Snake
Incharge Of Protecting The Farm
Snake was assigned to be the leader of Ketil’s farm guards. Since then, he has loyally served Ketil and kept the farm safe from all kinds of danger. Heis a talented fighter, and his might has been acknowledged by Thorfinn. Despite being hired by Ketil, Snake seems to be closer to Sverkel.
On various occasions, Snake was seen helping the old man with different chores. Due to the time that they have spent together, the two share a father-son bond, which is wholesome to see.
Current Status: Snake is an excellent supporting character and one of the main highlights of season two. He was strong, but did not abuse his power to harm those beneath him.
12Ketil
Owner Of The Farm
Ketil will serve as the main antagonist of the second season ofVinland Saga. He looks like an old man, but he has a decent amount of strength. Normally, Ketil comes off as a kind man, who offers his slaves a chance to repay their debt by working.
However, there is a completely different side to him. Ketil’s actions throughout the arc make him a major impediment to Thorfinn and Einar’s goals.
Current Status: After narrowly escaping with his life, Ketil turned a new leaf. He was no longer the arrogant man that he used to be.
11Sverkel
Ketil’s Father
Sverkel is an old man. He is the father of Ketil and the grandfather to Olmar and Thorgil. For a man of his age, Sverkel works extremely hard. He does not live with his son. Instead, he lives in a small house separately.
Sverkel keeps himself busy with farming and other chores, but he requires help from others. While Sverkel is not a tough, grizzled fighter, he offers Thorfinn plenty of invaluable advice.
Current Status: Despite his age, Sverkel proved to be an invaluable addition to season two. He was responsible for helping Thorfinn leave his
10Thorfinn
The Main Protagonist Of The Story
Thorfinn is the main protagonist of the series. He is the son of Thors and Helga. He grew up aspiring to be like his father. Thorfinn’s world came crashing down when his father was killed by Askeladd. The young boy swore to avenge his father, but to grow stronger, he traveled with Askeladd’s group.
Thors and his men were ambushed by Askeladd’s group, however, it did not take long for Thors to overwhelm them. Sadly, Askeladd was not ready to play fair, and he took Thorfinn hostage, which allowed his men to kill Thors. Askeladd sent Thorfinn on various dangerous missions, which made the latter very powerful, and by the end of the first season, Thorfinn had managed to injure Thorkell in a fight. Thorfinn will have a big role to play in the upcoming season as well.
Current Status: Thorfinn regained his freedom after saving Ketil’s farm from destruction. He also made peace with the past, allowing him to move on and pursue his goal of finding a new place away from all the violence.
9Ragnar
Prince Canute’s Caretaker And Guardian
Ragnar was Canute’s caretaker, who served the prince until the very end. Ragnar kept the young prince safe from all kinds of harm, which included several assassination attempts on the prince’s life. After spending a lot of time together, Ragnar considered Canute his own son, and he went to great extremes to protect the young prince. When Ragnar died, the news caused a great deal of trauma to Canute, and it changed him completely.
Current Status: Ragnar died for Canute’s sake, and it was truly an unforgettable sacrifice, which changed the young prince forever.
8Thors
Father Of Thorfinn And Ylva
Thors is undoubtedly the strongest characterfrom the first season ofVinland Saga. He earned the name, “Troll of Jom” due to his tremendous physical strength. Thors' name was known by every warrior, and he quickly rose to fame. However, one day he had a change of heart. So, he faked his death and left for Iceland with his family.
The plan worked for several years before he was found by Floki, who forced Thors to join the Vikings, but it soon became clear that it was all a hoax by Floki, who wanted to get rid of him.
Current Status: Thors had no part to play in the second season of the anime.
7Askeladd
The Main Antagonist Of Season One
Askeladd was the highlight of the first season ofVinland Saga.He was responsible for the death of Thors, and then he used Thorfinn as a pawn to achieve his goals. Despite his malevolence, Askeladd was a great character, who managed to win over the fans.
The main reason behind his popularity is his personality. He has the perfect combination of wits and brains, and it was quite apparent that his biggest asset was his intelligence. He could get out of the toughest of situations by creating a strategy within minutes.
Current Status: Despite being dead, Askeladd made multiple cameos in the second season, mainly as the voice inside Thorfinn’s head. He played a solid role and helped fans understand Thorfinn’s inner struggle better.
6Thorkell
Arguably The Strongest Man Alive
Thorkell is an extraordinarily powerful character, whose only ever defeat came at the hands of Thors. Due to this reason, Thorkell respected him a lot. He is a giant of a man, and he has a constant yearning for combat.
If he goes too long without fighting, Thorkell becomes restless. Despite his appearance, Thorkell isn’t cruel, and he only goes after soldiers and trained fighters.
Current Status: Thorkell’s defeat to Askeladd and Thorfinn made him change his allegiance. He joined Canute’s cause, improving the prince’s overall standing. Thorkell made limited appearances in season two of the anime, but nothing too significant.
