With the siege of Paris on the way, we see another perspective added to Vikings series; the Parisians'. A lot of political maneuvering also happens in England, although not as blatant as the Vikings' attempt to overtake Paris through the front door. There is little violence or action in the new vista introduction for the sake of gearing towards all-out battle, but this episode serves its purpose in highlighting different characters and their clashing interests.
The Parisians' side doesn't seem to have much warrior integrity as the king himself isn't the aggressive type. Princess Gisla has more charismatic aura, while the majority of defenses is mounted by Count Odo, who wants to mount something else. It's a bit overconfident that they look towards future investment while a horde of pillagers is breathing down on them. Acting wise they don't personify much opposition, although the foundation to be more ruthless at later episodes has been built.
Prince Aethelwulf (Moe Dunford) is a rather odd character. At times he seems to be in cahoots with his father as he does exaggerated things fueled by passion and faith, but some of his actions appear to be staged. The portrayal of the character is presentable, Dunford is deceptively less capable to better hide his true intention. He proves to be a match for Kwenthrith, who unsurprisingly makes waves when she's unsupervised.
It's unclear from last episode the nature of Athelsan's death and who knows the specific of it. While it seems that no culprit has been found, Floki might just crumble as he delves too deep on his trance. The Vikings aren't united by the common goal as they think they are. Overconfidence doesn't happen only on Parisians' side, the Vikings already show cracks and if the siege is successful, they probably contest the loot.
Ragnar and Floki trade banter with underlying message and despite not having all buddies squad, the Vikings are literally knocking on Paris gate.
The Parisians' side doesn't seem to have much warrior integrity as the king himself isn't the aggressive type. Princess Gisla has more charismatic aura, while the majority of defenses is mounted by Count Odo, who wants to mount something else. It's a bit overconfident that they look towards future investment while a horde of pillagers is breathing down on them. Acting wise they don't personify much opposition, although the foundation to be more ruthless at later episodes has been built.
Prince Aethelwulf (Moe Dunford) is a rather odd character. At times he seems to be in cahoots with his father as he does exaggerated things fueled by passion and faith, but some of his actions appear to be staged. The portrayal of the character is presentable, Dunford is deceptively less capable to better hide his true intention. He proves to be a match for Kwenthrith, who unsurprisingly makes waves when she's unsupervised.
It's unclear from last episode the nature of Athelsan's death and who knows the specific of it. While it seems that no culprit has been found, Floki might just crumble as he delves too deep on his trance. The Vikings aren't united by the common goal as they think they are. Overconfidence doesn't happen only on Parisians' side, the Vikings already show cracks and if the siege is successful, they probably contest the loot.
Ragnar and Floki trade banter with underlying message and despite not having all buddies squad, the Vikings are literally knocking on Paris gate.
