In the 157th chapter of Vinland Saga, the thirty-third titled War in the Baltic, Thorkell and his men force their way past the defenses of Jomsborg. With the stronghold overrun, Floki resolves to give up the fort and slip away, taking Baldr with him.
Summary
Thorkell's warriors at last punch through into Jomsborg after their sustained push. The breach ends any hope of holding the walls, and the stronghold falls open to the attackers.
Faced with the collapse of the defense, Floki changes course. Rather than fight on for a losing position, he decides to give up the fort entirely and flee, intending to take Baldr along as he escapes the doomed settlement.
Key Events
The attacking force led by Thorkell breaks into Jomsborg, ending the stalemate at its defenses. Floki abandons any plan to keep the fort and prepares to run, choosing to bring Baldr with him. Floki, Baldr, Thorkell and Ymir appear across the chapter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when Thorkell's forces break into Jomsborg in Chapter 157 of Vinland Saga?
In Chapter 157 of Vinland Saga, Thorkell's warriors finally punch through into Jomsborg after their sustained push, ending any hope of holding the walls and leaving the stronghold open to the attackers.
What does Floki decide to do after Jomsborg falls in Vinland Saga Chapter 157?
Facing the collapse of the defense, Floki decides in Chapter 157 to give up the fort entirely and flee, taking Baldr with him as he escapes the doomed settlement.
Which characters appear in Vinland Saga Chapter 157?
Vinland Saga Chapter 157 features Floki, Baldr, Thorkell, and Ymir.
When was Vinland Saga Chapter 157 released?
Chapter 157 of Vinland Saga was released on December 25, 2018, in magazine issue 2019-02, and is collected in Volume 22.
How many pages does Vinland Saga Chapter 157 run?
Chapter 157 of Vinland Saga runs twenty pages.
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