The season 3 premiere of Vikings , titled , first aired on February 19, 2015 . This episode marks a pivotal shift as Ragnar Lothbrok, now King, returns to Wessex with his people to claim the farmland promised by King Ecbert. Episode Overview Air Date : February 19, 2015 Run Time : Approximately 44 minutes Director : Ken Girotti Writer : Michael Hirst Key Plot Developments
: Ragnar cautions Bjorn about the corrupting nature of power, contrasting Bjorn’s desire for glory with his own pragmatic goal of securing fertile land for his people. MercenaryVikings : Season 3 Episode 1
: Ragnar leads his warriors into a brutal engagement against the forces of Kwenthrith’s uncle, Brihtwulf. The battle concludes with a decisive Viking victory, ending with Floki beheading Brihtwulf. The season 3 premiere of Vikings , titled
: Upon arriving in Wessex, King Ecbert informs the Vikings that to receive their promised land, they must first fight for Princess Kwenthrith of Mercia against her own family. : Ragnar leads his warriors into a brutal