History Channel Vikings Episode 205 Prediction
While there are many things to look forward to in Vikings episode five of the second season, I most look forward to the story of Athelstan in Wessex, as well as the fate of Horik and his encampment. Athelstan will face many trials, especially considering he will be found out as a traitor to his faith. Historically, Christians were ruthless. Charlemagne, emperor of the Franks, felt a strong conviction to spread Christianity across Europe. He did so through military conquest. If enemy prisoners were taken by Charlemagne’s troops, they were forcibly baptized in the nearest river, then held underwater until they drowned. If this is any indication of the nature of the Christian church in the time period used as the setting for Vikings, then Athelstan’s suffering has barely begun. I am curious to see what the History Channel makes of this lesser known and lesser understood cultural trait of early Christianity. My prediction for Athelstan is that Ecbert will find use in him for his linguistic skills. Athelstan will be spared for his ability to translate, despite the bishop’s advice to Ecbert to have him executed.
Ragnar’s reunion with his previous wife and eldest son is following a predictable pattern of storytelling. This does not mean that it will lack excitement, but it certainly makes for easy predicting. Jarl Borg will likely receive news of Ragnar’s reinforcements and take immediate action. Rollo will slowly regain his brother’s trust. Siggy will be torn between Lagertha and Aslaug for her loyalty. Ragnar will be too focused on his revenge to deal with his lady problems, and he has his son to get to know in the mean time. Of course, these are all predictions, but I do envision a much greater role for Siggy, especially considering her involvement with Rollo who will, in my opinion, continue to rise again as a prominent character.
Rollo will be popular to audiences because he is fallible. He makes mistakes, like all of us. He is often vulnerable, like all of us. Yet, when faced with hardship, he rises to the occasion and does whatever it takes to get through, as well as earn his place back among the others, which is something we all can appreciate and admire. Thus, my final prediction is that Rollo will be the most noticeable Viking in the next episode.
We must not forget Bjorn, but his character is not yet well developed. Bjorn’s rise to stardom will have to wait a few episodes. However, we can look forward to more of Bjorn and to learn more about him in the next episode.
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