Ragnar has returned to Kattegat and there are secrets to be revealed. He makes plans to return to Wessex to right past wrongs but finds that those who were once his closest allies now have plans of their own. Even the Lothbrok sons refuse to join their father's mission – except one.
Vikings follows the adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar's band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods, legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors.
Tragedy strikes, not only in new territory, but also in England. Ragnar's sons set off in their journeys.
Ubbe and his people must show diplomacy. The Vikings ambush the Saxons. Ingrid makes a play that strengthens her power.
Ubbe arrives in a new territory, but soon realizes that it's already occupied. King Alfred succeeds in assembling his troops.
Ragnar's sons steadily approach Wessex with their army. Alfred abandons his castle and sets out to meet them.
Ubbe and his settlers are at the mercy of the harsh elements out at sea. Ivar and Hvitserk return to Kattegat.