Vinland Saga Manga Has Officially Come To an End After 20 Years of Serialization!

After two decades of publication, Vinland Saga, the popular historical manga by Makoto Yukimura, has officially come to an end. The final chapter was released on July 25, 2025, in the September issue of Monthly Afternoon, a Japanese manga magazine published by Kodansha. The full series will be collected into 29 volumes, with the last volume set to be released on September 22, 2025.

Vinland Saga began serialization in 2005 and quickly became known as one of the most influential historical manga of the 21st century. It follows the story of Thorfinn, a young Viking warrior, as he navigates the brutal realities of war and seeks a peaceful land known as "Vinland." What begins as a revenge tale slowly transforms into a powerful narrative about redemption, peace, and the cost of violence.

The manga is praised for its realistic depiction of Viking-era Europe, deep philosophical themes, and complex characters. Yukimura carefully balances intense battle scenes with emotional storytelling, making the series a standout in the genre.

The anime adaptation further boosted Vinland Saga's global popularity. The first season was produced by WIT STUDIO and aired in 2019, while the second season was created by MAPPA and released in 2023. Both seasons are available for streaming on Crunchyroll and Netflix.

Crunchyroll describes the anime as a story set at the end of the first millennium, when Vikings were feared warriors raiding across Europe. Thorfinn, the son of a great warrior, is raised in battle and dreams of reaching Vinland, a peaceful land free of war and slavery. The series explores what it means to be a true warrior in a violent world.

As Vinland Saga comes to a close, fans celebrate a manga that has left a lasting mark on the medium. Makoto Yukimura’s work will be remembered for its depth, emotion, and timeless message about the possibility of peace, even in the darkest of times.