It respects the source material. Makoto Yukimura’s detailed art, specifically the facial expressions of Thors as he realizes he cannot escape his past, looks stunning in 10bit. The grain is preserved, the blacks are deep, and the file fits comfortably on a USB drive.
The episode introduces us to Thorfinn as a wide-eyed, innocent child. This is a deliberate narrative choice; by showing his domestic life—listening to stories of the legendary "Vinland"—the creators establish what Thorfinn stands to lose. The juxtaposition of the warm family hearth against the cold, brutal opening battle scene sets the series' recurring theme: the struggle between the human desire for peace and the societal pull toward war. Vinland Saga S01E01 -BDRip 720p X265 10bit- -Mu...
Choosing a encode over standard 1080p H.264 releases offers several distinct advantages for the discerning fan: It respects the source material