Ep 18. Revenge

In the 18th installment of Vikings season 4, we witness the aftermath of Ragnar's death. His sons are split in their reactions, some mourning their father's passing and others looking for vengeance against those they believe responsible for his downfall.

The episode kicks off with Ivar leading his brothers onto the shores of England, where they've come to settle an old score with King Aelle. The Vikings wasted no time and launched a surprise assault on the English soldiers, leaving them struggling to hold their own in the onslaught. Meanwhile, Lagertha returns to Kattegat, only to find that she needs to deal with a usurper who has taken over her throne.

The bulk of the action takes place in England, where the Vikings successfully overrun the English soldiers in a ruthless ambush. What comes next is a particularly brutal scene, where Ivar seeks out revenge against King Aelle for his father's death. The scene is intense and graphic, leaving nothing to the imagination as the Vikings unleash their fury on their enemies.

Back in Kattegat, Lagertha has her hands full trying to reassert her rule over her people. Though she is initially met with resistance, Lagertha's fierce leadership style manages to win over her subjects, and she quickly regains control of her throne. But just as she thinks all is well, she receives word of an incoming attack from a neighboring tribe, which could potentially threaten her reign once again.

As the episode comes to a close, we're left with a series of cliffhangers that set up future plot points. Will the Vikings be able to hold onto their newfound English territory? Will Lagertha be able to fend off her enemies and keep her throne intact? And what further rumors of war and betrayal will filter through the ranks of the various tribes? For fans of Vikings, this episode serves as another thrilling entry in the series, packed with action, suspense, and plenty of surprises along the way.