Thusnelda

Thusnelda is a main character on the Netflix original series Barbarians (2020 TV Series). She is portrayed by Jeanne Goursaud.

Thusnelda is a Germanic warrior from Cherusci. After her brother, Ansgar, was nearly killed by the Romans, Thusnelda, Folkwin, Hanno, and Eigil infiltrated the Romans' camp and stole their eagle in retaliation, which ultimately resulted in Folkwin's family being crucified and a bounty being placed on his head. And so, the two them reunited with Arminius and forged an alliance with the neighboring tribes to over throw Rome.

Although Arminius became the rightful Reik of Cherusci, his leadership was being questioned by the very same people he swore to protect as he was once aligned with the Romans, so he and Thusnelda got married as she beared the tribes' trust and respect. What started out as a political play eventually developed into a genuine relationship following Folkwin's presumed death. Together, Thusnelda and Ari led the tribes into battle and defeated Rome, though it came at the cost of her eye, which she sacrificed for wisdom as Woden did before her.