Introduced in the introductory episode of Vinland Saga's first season, Leif Ericson has been a prominent figure in the life of Thorfinn from The War Arc until the conclusion of season two. In telling the accounts of his many voyages as a young man to the children of his town, the audience grows to learn about his love for the seas and a tendency to slightly exaggerate stories to capture the attention of those who listen. Kind-hearted, wise, and full of hope for a prosperous future, it's not difficult to see why the townspeople love him for his wisdom and passion for traveling.