: After discovering Arnheid tried to escape with her former husband, Gardar, Ketil's fragile ego collapses. Despite being portrayed as a "kind" master previously, he brutally beats the pregnant Arnheid in a fit of rage until he is physically stopped by Snake.
There are two primary English dubbed versions of Vinland Saga :
This episode is noted for its harrowing tone and its deconstruction of Ketil's "good slave owner" persona.
: Thorfinn and Thorkell begin their duel. Thorkell is disappointed in Thorfinn’s reliance on shallow revenge, prompting him to school Thorfinn on what it means to be a "true warrior" like his father, Thors.
: Following a vision of his late caretaker Ragnar, Canute experiences a profound change. He casts aside his fear and takes command, stopping the duel and declaring his intent to create a paradise on earth, even if it means defying God. Season 2, Episode 18: "The First Method"