Ubbe and his followers languish on the open sea. Ivar and Hvitserk receive a frosty reception in Kattegat, until a restless Ivar has a revelation.

Factions in Greenland spill blood, driving Ubbe’s company away. Troops under Ivar and Dir seize Kiev for Prince Igor. Gunnhild makes a fateful choice.

As his enemies scheme for power, Harald prepares for his coronation and chooses a queen. Ubbe’s party reaches shore — but not the one they’re seeking.