Thorfinn

Thorfinn (トルフィン, Torufin) is a former warrior in Askeladd's band who was the son of Thors, the most renowned Jomsviking warrior until his defection. Thorfinn is related to the leadership of the Jomsvikings through his mother Helga, who is chief Sigvaldi's daughter and Thorkell's niece. He is the main protagonist of Vinland Saga.

Appearance
In the first chapter and later in the manga, Thorfinn's appearance largely stayed the same: Bushy hair, old clothes, two knives and a rebellious, angry face. Later on, we see Thorfinn from his childhood, when he lived in Iceland. He had a happier face, round with bright, curious eyes, and nice hair.

Abilities
Thorfinn grew up on the battlefield, having been exposed to it following his father's death. He grew into a highly skilled warrior capable of swiftly killing warriors at least twice his age. His fighting style emphasizes speed combined with the dual wield of two knives, one of which was formerly owned by Thors. He is also a skilled knife thrower.

History
Thorfinn was born in Iceland in 996, where his family had fled after Thors had decided to abandon the Jomsvikings. He grew up not knowing about his father's past or his connection to the Jomsvikings.

He lived with his family and was a happy and a lively boy. He played with the children in the village especially in mock combat with a wooden sword and shield, even though he was always one of the first to be beaten. One day Floki, and his Jomsviking crew come to Iceland to get aid from his father,Thors. When his father was going out to a battle, Thorfinn hid himself in a barrel on his fathers ship. pirate/viking called Askeladd, who was hired by Floki to take down Thors, came and dueled Thorfinn's father. Thors took down half of Askeladd's men, including his second in command, and then the two faced off. Thors won the battle, but in exchange for thorfinn's life, he was killed by many arrows from Askeladd's men. After his father died, Thorfinn vowed to seek vengeance for his father, by becoming one of Askeladd's men and dueling him every time he completes a mission in combat, so he can avenge his fathers death in a fair battle.