as : A son of Ragnar torn between his brothers Ivar and Ubbe. Peter Franzén

Jordan Patrick Smith shines as Ubbe, who arguably inherits Ragnar’s diplomatic nature. Unlike the warmongering Ivar, Ubbe’s storyline focuses on exploration and alliance. His interactions with the English and his eventual meeting with Rollo (Clive Standen, returning as a guest star) provide a necessary bridge between the old world and the new.

as : The legendary shield-maiden continues her reign as Queen of Kattegat. Alexander Ludwig

Caught in the middle of his brothers' feud, Hvitserk oscillates between loyalty to Ivar and his own internal struggles. Returning Legends