Olaf makes a pact with Kåre as Kattegat prepares for its defense. In Canute’s absence, his father, Sweyn Forkbeard, shares England’s throne with Edmund.

Olaf and Kåre gather their forces to invade Kattegat. Palace intrigue over control of England’s throne results in an unexpected turn of events.

Olaf lands in a terrible position after Forkbeard invades Kattegat. In hiding, Freydis and Harald must decide whether to fight for the throne or flee.