The Dead
- Episode aired Apr 23, 2015
- TV-14
- 44m
With one last chance to take Paris, Ragnar and his Viking troops take a daring chance. Ragnar asks Bjorn for a favor that could change the course of Viking history.With one last chance to take Paris, Ragnar and his Viking troops take a daring chance. Ragnar asks Bjorn for a favor that could change the course of Viking history.With one last chance to take Paris, Ragnar and his Viking troops take a daring chance. Ragnar asks Bjorn for a favor that could change the course of Viking history.
- Shield Maiden
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaActor Lothaire Bluteau is playing Emperor Charles - grandson of Charlemagne. The historical Charles the Bald's eldest brother was named Lothar.
- GoofsPrincess Gisla is shown dining with a fork. Personal forks as table utensils were not introduced in Western Europe until the late 10th century and did not become widespread for many more years.
- Quotes
Lagertha: [At Ragnar's coffin] We don't always know what the gods have in store for us. But this? I could never imagine. If you've gone to heaven, then we will never meet again.
[Going to her knees, whispering]
Lagertha: And yet, I think Odin will rise like the wind to rescue you and take you to Valhalla where you belong, my own sweet Ragnar. And there... there we shall meet again. And fight and to drink and... love one another.
- SoundtracksHeljarlokk
Written by Einar Selvik and Lindy-Fay Hella
Performed by Wardruna
Courtesy of Indie Recordings AS
Story moves from last baptism of Ragnar. As expected many of his trusted generals are not pleased. The episode also presents a chance for each major character to open up more. Trickery and battle still linger here, although they are in modest volume. Without spoiling anything, not every revelation is surprising, mainly due to a few foreshadowing events from last and also this episode.
This is a quieter send-off, befitting of the series as it has delivered an incredibly high production value, especially from the last two episodes. There's a more focused direction for establishing characters and subplots further. As the Vikings themselves aptly say that there's next spring to plunder, siege of Paris is not meant to be the one loot to solve their problems, but a venture for discovery and footing for power.
A few notable performances by the patriarch roles. Ragnar, Rollo and Bjorn have their moments in spotlight. As Ragnar is injured, Bjorn does most of the dealing and negotiation. Alexander Ludwig looks strong and his character has grown in the season. While he's still under Ragnar's shadow, he has delivered good quality to lead, perhaps a prospect for next season. Rollo is always a strong presence in the show and even though he hasn't developed much beyond his lost this season or charging with bare chest, he might find himself with more paths.
Vikings conquest is a battle of attrition, plunders and problems mount as they sail back and forth between the richer lands. As they carry scars and treasures The Vikings should sail to a finer upcoming season.
- quincytheodore
- Apr 23, 2015
Details
- Runtime44 minutes
- Color