Review of Vinland Saga Season 2

This is my first review, I'll try to keep it short and not add spoilers. It's a 10 outta 10, a straight up masterpiece. Sure it's a 180 from the first season but it shows the same theme as the first season in a different light. To be a true warrior. What it means to be a real man, to be strong. Its narrative is incredible, using techniques such as biblical allusion and the classic show not tell. The real star of this season though is Canute. He's become one of my favourite antagonist in all of anime, joining the likes of L and Johan.I adorehis character so much. To his charisma and the way he present himself. His character development is amazing. The parallels and contrast between him and Thorfinn and the parallel with King sweyn as well(a bit more obvious), is so well written and so well done. Thorfinn is also an incredible character. From an innocent young boy to a revenge filled angsty teen to a matured, calm and peaceful man. Its sublime writing and could only be done by the likes of a genius. Canute and Thorfinn are 10 outta 10 characters. The cast is great as well. Wulf, Thorgil, Einar, Arnheid. Even Ketil and Olmar. All amazing characters and written very well, having good character motivations and changing as the plot moves forward.
I guess the only complaint would be the Pacing. But I don't really have qualms with it. It's slow but it fits the vibe perfectly and after episode 16 there is never a dull moment(not that there was a ever a dull moment to begin with imo). There also isn't as much action as the first one. Instead it puts its characters and plot forward, letting that bring enjoyment to the audience.
The two openings are amazing as well as the endings. The score is really good. The dialogue is spectacular. I mean "I have no enemies" is an amazing quote in itself. The plot and themes are great, executed to perfection. It looks really good animation and art wise. Mappa did a good job animating this. And the characters include two of my favourite characters in all of anime. No all of fiction. And the rest of the cast is great too.
Honestly, I can see the reason some would be disappointed. Its nothing like the first season only having a few similarities here and there. And yet, its still the same show. It is the only route the show could have gone. I can't really describe this show well enough but give it a watch. Finish the anime before you make a judgement on it. Trust me, it is an experience the likes never see before and an improvement upon the second season. To be strong, helping those abandoned and those wanting to escape from the harsh realities of the world. To become a true warrior, to become a real man. Thorfinn has embarked on the journey Thors wanted for him. Watch Vinland Saga season 2 man. I'm pretty sure they are other people who gave better reasons than me or explained more. All I can tell is to watch vinland saga. It changed my life, helping me become a better person. And I'm sure, at the end of it, undoubtedly, you would feel the same way.