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Mols travels the northern world at Leif Ericson's side, serving as both the explorer's companion on the road and his son. He belongs to the family circle around Leif, connected by blood to figures like Bug-Eyes, Thorvald, and Tulla.

English Voice: Michael Wronski (Sentai); J. Michael Tatum (VSI)
Japanese Voice: Takayuki Nakatsukasa
Status: Alive
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 8: The Journey Begins
First Appearance (Anime): Episode 3: Troll
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Appearance

Mols keeps his brown hair cropped close and frames his jaw with a goatee and mustache, his eyes a muted gray. For the trail he favors a green cap paired with beige garments, gray trousers, and brown footwear.

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Personality

Little of his inner character comes through across his scenes, though one moment speaks to his nerve. Caught in an ambush by Askeladd's raiders, Mols steeled himself to stand and fight rather than flee, showing he would not go down quietly.

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History

As Leif's son and traveling partner, Mols shares in the older man's journeys across the sea and the settled world. His family branches wide: he is adoptive brother to Bug-Eyes, nephew of the late Thorvald, and nephew of Tulla. He first turns up early during the War Arc and returns at intervals through the Eastern Expedition and into the Vinland years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Mols in Vinland Saga?

Mols is Leif Ericson's son, who travels alongside his father across the sea and through the settled world as both companion and family.

What does Mols look like?

Mols keeps his brown hair cropped short with a goatee and mustache, has gray eyes, and typically wears a green cap with beige and gray traveling clothes.

How is Mols related to Bug-Eyes?

Mols is the adoptive brother of Bug-Eyes, both belonging to Leif Ericson's family circle.

Does Mols show courage in Vinland Saga?

Yes, when Askeladd's raiders ambush his group, Mols chooses to stand and fight rather than flee, showing his nerve.

When does Mols first appear in Vinland Saga?

Mols first appears early in the War Arc and returns at intervals through the Eastern Expedition and into the Vinland years.

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