Askeladd

Askeladd serves as the strategic leader of his Viking band. Ten years before the start of Vinland Saga, he orchestrated a pivotal assassination contract, an event that set his current path in motion. He maintains control over Thorfinn by manipulating the young warrior's quest for vengeance, effectively using Thorfinn's combat skills and predictive abilities to his own advantage. His character is named after the Norwegian folk figure Askeladden, reflecting his reputation for tactical brilliance and cunning.