Harald
CharacterHarald is the firstborn son of King Sweyn and the heir who takes the throne of Denmark once his father passes. His reign proves short, cut down when his own brother Canute has him poisoned to clear the path to the crown for himself.
Appearance
Prince Harald wears his hair cut short and carries a goatee, with a fur cape draped over his shoulders.
Personality
Very little of Harald's inner character comes through over the course of the series, which fixes its attention on his royal standing and his eventual fate rather than his temperament.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who killed Harald in Vinland Saga?
Harald, the king of Denmark and eldest son of Sweyn, is killed on the order of his own brother Canute, who has him poisoned in order to seize the Danish throne for himself.
How did Harald become king of Denmark?
Harald is the firstborn son of King Sweyn, and he inherits the Danish throne once his father dies.
Who are Harald's siblings?
Harald is the older brother of Canute, who later has him poisoned, and the brother of their sister Estrid.
What does Harald look like in Vinland Saga?
Harald wears his hair cut short with a goatee and is often seen with a fur cape draped over his shoulders.
When does Harald first appear in Vinland Saga?
Harald debuts in Chapter 30 of the manga and Episode 15 of the anime.
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- Created byMakoto Yukimura
- Published byKodansha
- Animated byMAPPA
- Animated byWit Studio
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