Following the fall of Kattegat to Sweyn Forkbeard , the protagonists are in hiding, while Olaf Haraldsson must pivot to survive his capture. Key Plot Points
The episode ends on Magheramore Beach . A mysterious Jomsviking named Jorundr helps the group escape Olaf’s surrounding forces with a rain of fire. Freydís sails for the pagan stronghold of Jomsborg , while Leif and Harald head toward Novgorod . Critical Character Reveal Vikings Valhalla 2-1.mp4
In the English court, Earl Godwin foils a poisoning attempt against Queen Emma , though Emma remains suspicious of his true motives and ambitions. Following the fall of Kattegat to Sweyn Forkbeard
Consumed by grief over Liv’s death, Leif Erikson hunts Olaf’s survivors in Kattegat. He eventually reunites with Freydís and Harald after tracking down bounty hunters sent to kill them. Freydís sails for the pagan stronghold of Jomsborg
Forkbeard captures Olaf and his men. Instead of execution, Forkbeard forces Olaf to serve as "protector" and advisor to his grandson, Svein Knutsson , who is installed as the new King of Norway.
Before parting ways, Freydís reveals to Leif—but notably not to Harald—that she is pregnant . She fears a child born to Harald would be raised in his Christian faith rather than the "Old Ways". Production & Trivia
A guide for , titled "The Web of Fate," covers the immediate aftermath of the battle for Kattegat and the splintering paths of the show's three main heroes. Episode Overview Release Date: January 12, 2023. Director: Ciaran Donnelly. Writer: Jeb Stuart.