Wow…. has anyone noticed, the details? Astrid’s pained expression while looking at a suffering Hiccup, glancing back at the others who were waiting for her signal. Then, her arrow is the very first to be released…. it’s soooo touching. it’s like butterflies in my stomach for how much DreamWorks have pointed her character out. (When not? Lol)

Even Valka waits for Astrid’s signal; it’s her husband’s funeral, but deep down the greatest loss is on Hiccup’s shoulders. Losing the one parent that’s been there all his life, under those circumstances and in such a critical time of his life… It’s Astrid who is closer to his heart. It is only fitting she takes the lead, choosing the moment in respect to him.