Vinland Saga Timeline ( Real )

manga_publication
April, 2005

Initial Serialization of Vinland Saga Manga

The manga Vinland Saga, which inspired the TV show, begins its serialization in a Japanese magazine.

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July 7, 2019

Vinland Saga Anime Season 1 Premiere

The first season of the Vinland Saga anime premiered on Japanese television.

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December 29, 2019

Vinland Saga Anime Season 1 Finale

The first season of Vinland Saga concluded its airing in Japan.

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February, 2020

Vinland Saga English Dub Release

The English dubbed version of the Vinland Saga anime was made available to a wider Western audience.

Vinland Saga Timeline ( Fictional )

background
c. 1003 AD

Thors Leaves Jomsvikings

Thors abandons the Jomsvikings and settles down in Iceland with his family.

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1017 AD

Death of Thors

Thors is killed by Askeladd's men during a skirmish, setting off the main revenge plot of the series.

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1017 AD - shortly after Thors' death

Thorfinn Joins Askeladd

Thorfinn, seeking revenge for his father's death, joins Askeladd's band to get close to him.

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1017 AD

Battle of London Bridge

Askeladd's forces lead the Vikings to victory over the English army at London Bridge.

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1017 AD

Death of Askeladd

Askeladd is killed by Prince Canute, who then ascends to power.

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1018 AD

Canute's Ascension

Prince Canute transforms from a timid prince into a ruthless king, taking control of Denmark.

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Post 1018 AD

Thorfinn Battles for Vinland

Thorfinn abandons revenge and seeks to reach Vinland, a land of peace.