The series finale of the Season 3 of the historical TV drama series “Vikings” that aired on the History channel on April 23, had its most exciting scene when King Rollo of France offered his brother King Ragnar, considerable ownership of land in France as well as his daughter’s hand in marriage.
While it raised more questions than answers among the loyal viewers of the show, the finale actually set up the storyline for Season 4 of “Vikings” as it raised the prospect of highlighting the sibling rivalry between Ragnar and Rollo when the show returns to the air next year, notes the Ecumenical News.
Michael Hirst, executive producer and writer of “Vikings,” confirmed in a recent interview that the feud between Ragnar and Rollo would only intensify and shall become the show’s focal point for next season.
He disclosed that if Ragnar will accept Rollo’s offer, he’s got to do it for what it’s worth and not to play the game of convenience. However, if Ragnar accepts his brother’s offer, it would be a second and much bigger betrayal.
Hirst was also quoted as saying that Season 4 would be the final season which would see the brothers in conflict with each other. As to whether they will eventually kiss and make-up or result to a deadly end to one of them, the executive producer did not disclose.
Settlement pact
The upcoming fourth season “Vikings” shall also focus on the storyline about the Northmen’s settlement pact with King Ecbert.
Michael Hirst also confirmed that there is likely the possibility that Season 4 will tackle the Wessex settlement issue.
It can be recalled that the settlement issue was ruined when the English monarch decided to annihilate the Norse people who chose to remain and cultivate the land that was given to them.
In a recent interview with a US magazine, Hirst said that Ecbert, played by Linus Roache, is one of his favorite characters in the TV series, and the actor is also one of his favorite actors. He believes that Roache brings a lot to the show.
Hirst said that he wants to build on that premise to work on the unfinished business element in the hit “Vikings” TV series. He disclosed that it has always been on Ragnar’s mind that one day he’s going to go back and try to settle it for good, averring that someone has to pay for the destruction of the settlement.
Intimate moment
Fans of the show would surely recall the intimate moment between King Ragnar and Queen Kwenthrith during their time in England. Upon his return, King Ragnar may also found out that he has a son with the queen. But the brave warrior king might doubt the legitimacy of her claims regarding their son.
Hirst said that the child will be an important child in the series. The skepticism about him was justified. The series writer also hints of a likely showdown between brothers Ragnar and Rollo which would be an anticipated fare for Season 4 of “Vikings.”