After Ivar's split of forces allowed Bjorn to win a battle, his tactical reputation is smashed, rendering king Harald's loyalty dubious. Bjorn's peace offer is rejected. Heahmund has been captured and switches allegiance to Lagertha, admitting a sexual attraction beyond fascination. Hvitserk is dispatched to Normandy, requesting 'Frankish' reinforcements as he once promised 'any time' in Ragnar's days. Floki hoped building a temple for Thor would reunite his Icelandic settlement, but it only fuels the bitter rivalry with the camp of his 'rival leader' who dreams of a crown instead of a communal paradise, leading to bloodshed and arson of the sanctuary.
—KGF Vissers