These 10 Astrid Hofferson moments from How to Train Your Dragon are just unforgettable

The How to Train Your Dragon franchise is truly an emotional experience for the viewers. Each and every character of these movies is intriguing and well-developed.

Despite being animated movies, the How to Train Your Dragon movies are capable of depicting deep emotions and nuanced themes. Among the intriguing characters of the movies, Astrid is truly a great Viking.

From the very first moment, she sets the tone of how strong Vikings are. In the first movie, she is still very young. Yet her valour and dedication shine through. Her axe-wielding skills are truly unforgettable.

However, it is not the only memorable aspect of her character. She grows throughout the franchise. She starts from being skeptical about dragons to becoming incredibly compassionate towards them.

Her growth is commendable. She constantly challenges Hiccup. She supports him through his difficult times. Her unwavering support is worth appreciating. Her courage is truly infectious. So, let’s talk about some of her most iconic and memorable moments.

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These 10 Astrid Hofferson moments from How to Train Your Dragon are just unforgettable

1) Astrid meets Toothless

How to Train Your Dragon movies has some fo the most intense moments with the dragons and the people of Berk.

However, even though later the equation between the dragons and the people changed a lot, in the first movie of How to Train Your Dragon, Astrid's meeting with Toothless for the very first time remains a memorable one for the viewers.

For days, Astrid notices Hiccup disappearing quickly after the lessons. She also wonders how he is able to control the dangerous dragons without attacking them even once.

So, when Hiccup quickly escapes to meet Toothless, she follows him. She confronts him and asks him about his methods. However, suddenly Toothless comes in front of them.

She thinks that he would kill them, but Hiccup stops her right away. He introduces Toothless to her. The whole exchange is truly both hilarious and memorable.

As Toothless takes Astrid on a ride on his back, the scenic beauty of the clouds and the overall feel of the moment are emotionally resonant.

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2) Stormfly plays fetch

In How to Train Your Dragon 2, one of the best moments of Astrid is when she captures Eret so that he can lead them to Drago.

As Eret is fretting in his ship about the lack of dragons that he can give Drago, Astrid swoops in riding on Stormfly and grabs Eret. She tells him to show them the way to Drago.

Eret refuses her right away, saying that he will be killed if he does so. However, Astrid tells Stormfly to drop him into the icy water. Stormfly drops Eret, and as he is about to fall into the water, he accepts Astrid’s wish and tells her to save him.

Astrid maneuvers Stormfly and catches Eret. This scene is truly an intriguing one as we see Asrid’s playful side along with her knowledge to find the way out in every difficult situation.

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3) Astrid and Hiccup

In How to Train Your Dragon, an intriguing aspect is how different Astrid and Hiccup are. Initially, she seemed distant towards Hiccup, but slowly their bond grew.

One of the most memorable moment of Astrid in the first movie is when Stoick leaves Berk in order to search for the dragon nest with Toothless and Hiccup loses all hope to save them. He feels guilty and helpless.

He continuously thinks about his mistakes. However, Astrid reminds him that he is the first Viking who rode a dragon. Astrid’s speech helps Hiccup through this difficult time. This moment is truly a vital point in their growing relationship.

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4) Dragon racing

Yet another intriguing moment in How to Train Your Dragon 2 is the initial dragon racing. The movie starts off with Hiccup telling the viewers about the new ways that have been taken up in Berk.

Now, Berk is a safe place for the dragons. The Vikings and the dragons live peacefully side by side. The dragons have their personalized stables, feeding stations, and all the amenities they might need.

Then the dragon racing starts off showing us the new recreational activity that the people of Berk enjoy. In this scene, we see Ruffnut and Tuffnut fighting over the black sheep. They were almost about to win the match with the black sheep.

However, their happiness about getting the black sheep is short-lived. Astrid’s agility and strength in this moment are truly remarkable. She uses her wit to quickly grab the black sheep while Ruffnut and Tuffnut are fighting.

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5) Astrid copying Hiccup

In How to Train Your Dragon 2, yet another hilarious and memorable moment of Astrid is when she starts to copy Hiccup. After winning the dragon racing match that we see at the beginning of the movie, she arrives to meet Hiccup.

She finds him sitting with his map, trying to finish the remaining parts. On seeing her, Hiccup starts to tell her about what his father said to him. Right after this, Astrid starts to copy Hiccup’s mannerisms and speaks in the way he does.

This adds to the humor of the scene. It also shows how observant she is about Hiccup. It is not just about the mannerisms, but also what she says. She knows the exact things that Hiccup might say.

This scene also shows us the growing bond between them. Hiccup starts to tell her about how he is still trying to find his path. During this, she starts to braid his hair. This whole scene is truly a memorable one from the How to Train Your Dragon movie series.

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6) Astrid’s introduction

In this scene in How to Train Your Dragon, Astrid does not say anything. Yet her overall energy in this scene remains truly iconic. In the first How to Train Your Dragon movie, Hiccup introduces his village.

During this moment Berk is getting attacked by the dragons. Every Viking in the village tries to protect the sheep and fight off the dragons. During these moments, Hiccup introduces Astrid.

Astrid is seen working to protect the village from the dragons when a fire blasts off behind her. She is not scared of the fire but rather walks in front of it with a fierce air. This moment shows us that Astrid is truly an intriguing character.

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7) Astrid and Hiccup find the dragon nest

In the first movie, when Hiccup and Astrid are riding on Toothless, things quickly take an unexpected turn.

Toothless stops listening to Hiccup and starts to follow the numerous other dragons towards something. Though they initially do not understand what Toothless is flying towards, as he goes inside a cave, they are shocked.

They see that the dragons are offering their food to a pit, and a huge dragon is eating it all. They understand that the dragon is controlling all the other smaller dragons. After they return to Berk, Astrid tries to reveal this to Stoick.

Hiccup stops her because he knows that they will kill Toothless. Even though Hiccup’s words go against all the beliefs that she had been raised with since her childhood, she trusts Hiccup.

This scene truly remains a memorable one in the How to Train Your Dragon franchise.

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8) Stealth Mission

Yet another memorable Astrid moment is in the third movie. Hiccup and Toothless start a stealth mission to rescue the captured dragons.

Though he initially thinks that he will be able to handle it, things quickly start to go awry. The other team members arrive beforehand. Though some succeed in rescuing the dragons, most of them get caught up in creating a chaotic situation, which is humorous.

Astrid’s arrival at this moment is truly iconic. She not only saves the dragons but also fights with ease. Her skills are truly remarkable. This scene truly leaves a lasting impact on the viewers.

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9) Astrid and Hiccup

Astrid is a fierce character with immense strength and valour. However, she is also a knowledgeable and understanding person. She understands Hiccup. She also knows when he needs her the most.

In How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World after Grimmel takes away all the dragons from Berk, Hiccup loses all hope. He not only feels heartbroken but also unworthy. However, Astrid makes him understand that he is brave and his worth is not just tied to Toothless.

This aspect of Astrid makes her a remarkable character in the movie series. She is truly wise beyond her years. Even Hiccup’s mother understands, Astrid’s contribution to Hiccup’s life is incomparable.

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10) Astrid’s wedding

Astrid’s wedding in the third movie is truly a memorable moment for the viewers. Astrid is the epitome of a strong, capable, and fiercely loyal Viking.

Throughout the whole How to Train Your Dragon franchise, she has been Hiccup’s rock. Through every difficult situation, she remained by his side. She gave him hope and fought beside him.

The wedding scene in this movie is a powerful statement of her partnership. It is a moment of pure joy for the viewers. This moment also solidifies her place as one of the most beloved characters in the franchise.

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