King Ecbert visits the new Viking settlement, attempting to manage growing tension between his Christian nobles and the Norse settlers who practice pagan rituals.

The episode follows the Viking forces as they continue their campaign in Mercia alongside Wessex allies, while strange events unfold back in Kattegat.

A wanderer named Harbard arrives at the Great Hall, intriguing Aslaug and Helga with his stories while drawing suspicion from Siggy after a tragic event involving two drowned boys. Key Character Developments Vikings Season 3 Recap – Episode 3: Warrior's Fate

is the third episode of the third season of the historical drama series Vikings , originally aired on March 5, 2015. It was written by series creator Michael Hirst and directed by Jeff Woolnough . Plot Summary

Ragnar and Rollo lead their warriors against the forces of Prince Burgred .

The mortally wounded Torstein requests to lead the charge, ultimately dying a "warrior's fate" to secure his place in Valhalla .