10 Greatest Sword Wielders In Anime

2. Vinland Saga - Askeladd

In an anime based on real-world events, this epic story recreated from one of the four most beloved manga books ever made contains some of the strongest and bravest warriors ever seen on screen. One warrior that is purely enjoyable to see is the leader of the Viking pirates, Askeladd, whose sharpness of his sword is matched only by the sharpness of his wits.

When we first meet Askeladd, the fact that he is smarter than any man sitting across from him is apparent to see. But when we are shown just how strong he is with a blade, there can be no mistake that Askeladd could be a king if he wanted. The anime Askeladd feels more than worthy of the real-life legend he is inspired by. In any solo fight, Askeladd can easily be declared the winner before the fight even starts, using effortless ease mixed with a whole bag of dirty tricks rumbling around in that aging head.

Askeladd is beyond clever and only becomes more dangerous when his plans fail. Even those closest to him feel a fear of not knowing exactly what he will do next, unsure of just what is going on behind those determined eyes. Askeladd is a man who makes sure that no matter how everyone else around him looks, you understand that he's the leader, and you certainly will hope that he wants to lead you.