History’s Vikings season four episode seven showcased a heart-pounding, gut-wrenching battle between brothers Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) and Rollo (Clive Standen) that found Ragnar on the losing end. Episode eight titled “Portage” will find Ragnar dealing with the repercussions of defeat at the hands of his brother and more than one person questioning his leadership.
Episode eight will air on April 7, 2016 at 10pm ET/PT and features Gustaf Skarsgard as Floki, Katheryn Winnick as Lagertha, Alexander Ludwig as Bjorn, Morgane Polanski as Princess Gisla, and Alyssa Sutherland as Princess Aslaug.
“Portage” Plot: Defeat for the Vikings calls Ragnar’s leadership into question as they evacuate their camp and move back downriver. Ragnar himself remains inscrutable until he orders the fleet to beach at a cliff face and unveils an ingenious plan. Rollo and Gisla have news that strengthens Rollo’s position at the French Court whilst Count Odo fails to identify his true enemies, with fatal consequences.
