Rat
CharacterRat is a fighting man among the Guests, the mercenary band under Snake that guards Ketil's farm in Vinland Saga. He stands among the hired swords caught up in the estate's slide into open conflict during the Slave Arc.
Appearance
Rat is set apart chiefly by his red hair. The manga treats him as one of the rank-and-file Guests rather than a figure given elaborate design, so little else about his look is put on the page.
Personality
The source leaves Rat's temperament undocumented. He functions in the story as one of Snake's warriors, his character defined by that allegiance rather than by dramatized moments of his own.
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History
Rat belongs to the Guests, the band of mercenaries Snake commands on Ketil's land. He enters the tale in Chapter 83 during the Slave Arc and takes part in the group's actions as tensions climb, with his recorded appearances running through Chapter 90. His nickname, like those of his comrades, is drawn from a small animal, the Japanese Nezumi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rat in Vinland Saga?
Rat is one of the Guests, the mercenary band under Snake that guards Ketil's farm during the Slave Arc.
What does Rat look like in Vinland Saga?
Rat is chiefly identified by his red hair, as the manga treats him as one of the rank-and-file Guests rather than a character given detailed design.
Why is the character called Rat?
Like his fellow Guests, Rat's nickname is drawn from a small animal, taken from the Japanese word Nezumi.
Is Rat's personality explored in Vinland Saga?
No, the source does not document Rat's temperament. He is defined mainly by his allegiance to Snake rather than any dramatized traits.
When does Rat appear in the Vinland Saga manga?
Rat enters the story in Chapter 83 during the Slave Arc, and his recorded appearances run through Chapter 90.
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- Created byMakoto Yukimura
- Published byKodansha
- Animated byMAPPA
- Animated byWit Studio
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