The 161st chapter of Vinland Saga opens the twenty-third volume. His deeds in the fighting have earned Sigurd a ship of his own, but the reward is soured when he discovers that Gudrid's heart belongs to Thorfinn, forcing him toward a difficult choice.
Summary
Sigurd's conduct on the battlefield has not gone unrewarded. In recognition of what he accomplished in the fighting, he is granted a ship of his own, a mark of standing and the means to chart his own course.
The moment of good fortune is complicated by what he learns soon after. Sigurd comes to understand that Gudrid's affections are set on Thorfinn rather than on him, and with that knowledge weighing on him he is left to arrive at a decision of his own.
Key Events
Sigurd is awarded a ship for his feats in battle. He learns that Gudrid harbors feelings for Thorfinn, which forces him to weigh a decision. The chapter carries a wide cast, including Sigurd, Tulla, Asrid, Halfdan, Gudrid, Olm, Thorfinn, Einar, Leif Ericson, Hild, Karli, Bug-Eyes, Dyri, Helgi and Thegn.
Notes
This installment spans twenty pages and was published on May 25, 2019 in issue 2019-07, opening the twenty-third volume. Its Japanese title is written シグルドの決断, romanized as Shigurudo no ketsudan. Tulla, Asrid and Halfdan appear here only in flashback.
Frequently Asked Questions
What reward does Sigurd receive in Chapter 161?
In Chapter 161, Sigurd is granted a ship of his own in recognition of his conduct on the battlefield. The ship marks his standing and gives him the means to chart his own course.
What does Sigurd learn about Gudrid in Chapter 161?
Sigurd learns that Gudrid's affections are set on Thorfinn rather than on him. This discovery complicates the good fortune of receiving his own ship in Chapter 161.
What decision does Sigurd face in Chapter 161?
After learning that Gudrid loves Thorfinn instead of him, Sigurd is left to weigh a difficult decision of his own, as described in Chapter 161's title, Sigurd's Decision.
Which characters appear only in flashback in Chapter 161?
Tulla, Asrid, and Halfdan appear only in flashback in Chapter 161 of Vinland Saga, rather than in the chapter's present-day scenes.
What volume does Chapter 161 open?
Chapter 161 opens the twenty third volume of Vinland Saga. It spans twenty pages and was published on May 25, 2019.
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