Mar
CharacterMar is the firstborn of Ylva and Ari, nephew to Thorfinn, and the eldest of four siblings. Taking after his father in looks, he grows up in Iceland and is among the family gathered to hear Thorfinn's tales after his long-awaited return home.
Appearance
Mar has brown eyes and brown hair that falls to his chin, its shorter bangs split down the center. He clearly favors his father Ari, whereas his three younger siblings took after Ylva with her lighter hair and eyes.
Personality
The manga does not spell out much of Mar's character, showing him mainly as a boy content to sit with his family and take in his uncle's stories.
History
Soon after Thorfinn comes back to Iceland, Ari brings Mar along to Helga's house. Once the smaller children have been sent to bed, Mar stays up with the rest of the family to hear Thorfinn recount his story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mar in Vinland Saga?
Mar is the firstborn son of Ylva and Ari, the eldest of four siblings, and Thorfinn's nephew. He grows up in Iceland.
What does Mar look like?
Mar has brown eyes and brown hair that falls to his chin with shorter bangs split down the center, and he clearly favors his father Ari in looks.
Who are Mar's parents?
Mar's parents are Ylva and Ari.
How is Mar related to Thorfinn?
Mar is Thorfinn's nephew, the son of Thorfinn's sister Ylva and her husband Ari.
What is Mar's role in the story?
Mar appears as a boy who sits with his family at Helga's house in Iceland to listen to Thorfinn recount his story after his long-awaited return home.
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