Olaf of Norway: Episode Three
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What challenges does Olaf face upon returning to Norway?
Norway, 1015 AD. Olaf Haraldsson returns to Norway ready to fight for the throne and bring his people to Christ. But the forces against him are numerous and terrible. Olaf and his Vikings must face traitorous Jarls, bloodthirsty Berserkers, and the very gods of Norway's past. The battle for the soul of Norway begins.
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How does Olaf plan to unify Norway under Christ?
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Men of Norway, to Prince Olaf and his successful campaign. Skål!
Skål!
It is good to have you back, Olaf. It's good to be here, father.
You have grown into the king that I knew you would, my son.
What role do the traitorous jarls and berserkers play in Olaf's journey?
I am no king yet, mother. I must claim the kingship. The Jarl of Leid, old Sweyn Hakkensen, still rules the east of Norway, aided by our Swedish neighbors.
Thorir of the House of Hund is already moving in the south. And your good brand is doggedly worshipping Thor in the West. But you can trust that we here in Ringarica are with you, Olaf. We will take up your banner.
It is both my banner and the banner of Christ. Christ is the only king who will unite this hardened people of ours.
My son... Many of Norway's people will not be pleased to leave the old ways.
Pleased or not, the old ways are finished here. I will claim the throne. The people will see that even the king of Norway bows to the one true God. And so, they will follow.
It is an ambitious plan, Olaf. But we are with you. It is time that Norway had a true king.
Good. The new campaign begins today. Swain Hawkinson has already set sail along the coast to gather supporters. If I'm to take the throne, he must be defeated. Men, we sail east in the morning for glory, for the crown, and for Christ! For glory, for the crown, for Christ!
There's the enemy flagship!
What is Olaf's strategy for claiming the throne?
That's Swain Hockinson at the helm! Prepare to board, men! Aye! Hold! Hold!
Attack!
Coward! Traitor! You betrayed Norway! Save some for the rest of us, Rain! Olaf! Where's the yellow blade? Hoist him up! He's jumped ship! He's escaped to another boat! Swain Hawkinson, you coward! Return to face me! They're rowing backwards! They're fleeing!
All their ships are retreating! Where's Rain? Rain! Rain!
I'm here. Rain, are you... One of the cowards got me before he jumped. Be still, Rain. I'll call for a healer. No. The other side is calling me, Olaf. My sieve. She calls.
Then go be with her and Christ, Rain. A faithful warrior such as yourself deserves to be in such good company.
You know what this victory means, Olaf. You now control the East... You are now Olaf the Second. King of all Norway. My king!
Rest with God. He died as he lived, fighting for his king. Let us lay him to rest.
Aye. King Olaf!
Aye, King Olaf!
King Olaf! Bishop Grimkettle! My King, congratulations on your victory over the East! It is good news for our mission, Bishop. It is. But I have word that the Swedish emissaries are already gathering forces. King Ufto benefited greatly from his country's control over old Swain Harkinson. He will be furious about your victory. That's true. I'm aware he's a Christian man. Well, yes, a Christian man who has just lost a prized asset of his kingdom and wants revenge on the man responsible. Don't fear, Bishop. I have a plan to deal with King Ufdo of Sweden. King Olaf, we cannot simply attack every one of our enemies head on. I do not plan on attacking. I plan on marrying. Marrying, my king? Send word to him that I intend to marry his daughter, Princess Astrid.
You'd... Ah. It would certainly bring about peace. We'll leave for the court of King Ufdo as soon as we hear his reply. In the meantime, Bjorn and I must go and deal with another pig-headed Jarl. Ah, yes. Jarl Gudbrand in the West. A great devotee of Thor and his hammer, I hear. He refused to even discuss conversion and is rallying his people against us.
Bringer of thunder, hail Thor, defender of Norway, wielder of Mjolnir and driver of goats, I bow before you. Norway bows before you.
You've installed a magnificent statue of Thor for your people, Jarl Gudbrand.
King Olaf, you dare sneak up on me with your...
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Chapters
5 chapters
1
What challenges does Olaf face upon returning to Norway?
0:02–0:39
2
How does Olaf plan to unify Norway under Christ?
0:39–1:11
3
What role do the traitorous jarls and berserkers play in Olaf's journey?
1:11–2:53
4
What is Olaf's strategy for claiming the throne?
2:53–10:27
5
How does Olaf's victory impact his claim to kingship?
10:27–18:11