: Athelstan, struggling with his internal religious conflict, becomes a trusted confidant to King Ecbert. Ecbert entrusts him with secret Roman relics and scrolls, warning him of the consequences should he reveal their existence.
: King Horik returns to Kattegat after a defeat in Wessex and suggests an alliance with Jarl Borg to secure more ships. Although Ragnar appears to forgive Borg for his earlier attack on Kattegat, it is a trap. Ragnar and Rollo eventually capture Borg, dragging him away to face a gruesome execution. Although Ragnar appears to forgive Borg for his
The episode is highly regarded for its themes of betrayal and the swift, brutal resolution of Lagertha's domestic abuse storyline. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Vikings – Review of Season 2 Episode 6: Unforgiven AI responses may include mistakes
: Returning to her home with Earl Sigvard, Lagertha is brutally beaten and publicly humiliated by her husband. In a climactic moment of defiance, she stabs him in the eye, and he is subsequently killed by one of his own men, allowing her to seize power. she stabs him in the eye