How important is Ecbert's smile moments before he dies, giving him some peace and comfort

Oh how the piggies will grunt when they hear how the old boar suffered.

@colprom

6 жыл бұрын

This line was so hype at first, but then became the most droning line in the show for me lol.

@joshbornman4457

6 жыл бұрын

Man-Swine I just like it because its believed that's actually what ragnar said before he died. The rest of his speech at the end was the writers interpretation, which was awesome too in my opinion 😊

@sickleweed3270

6 жыл бұрын

I can't wait for them to get to the revenge episode!

@joshbornman4457

6 жыл бұрын

Sickle Weed same 😊

@Temujin1206

5 жыл бұрын

​@@joshbornman4457 To be fair that other speech is sort of historic too. There's two versions of Ragnar's Death Poem-the speech he gives here is an edited and translated extract from the poem Krákamál, which was probably composed in 9th century Norway but is attributed as Ragnar's death poem. The piggies/boar line is an edited version of a line from the death poem in the saga of Ragnar Loðbrok (the original is closer to "How the little piglets would grunt if they knew the condition of the old boar", clearly the show's version is altered to hype up the Great Heathen Army), the original version of which is the lyrics of the song we hear shortly before Ragnar's death (as they release the snakes).

Shane s totally right on this. Rangar doesn't hate Ecbert, he respects and probably even admires Ecbert, just as Ecbert respects Ragnar, but it isn't about that. It is a matter of justice. Even though Ragnar might like Ecbert personally, he still sees what Ecbert did as a great injustice that needs to be answered for, thus he is using his death to get revenge on Ecbert and his allies.

@tonyrockywarrior4096

6 жыл бұрын

Drew Q) So right!

@ahmedharris7148

6 жыл бұрын

I think you nailed it. The two respect each other because they know at a deep level just how similar they are. Two strategic leaders responsible for their people. Two open minded individuals who go against the grain of what their societies believe (Ecbert's secret library, Ragnar's open mindedness on his religion). Two people who knew and truly cared for Athelstan and were effected by their friendship with him. And yeah, two friends trying to one up the other.

@blairsinclair1797

6 жыл бұрын

100% right bro

@Hutchino46

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly, at the end of the day they are opponents at odds with each other and that will allways be the bottom line however the respect and admiration is there.

the fact that he gave that speech at the end for his kids and his culture, even though at the end he didnt believe in all of it, thats parenting right there. the love of that man.

Yep.. this is the one I was waiting for..

@homeiswhereukeepurdealdoe

3 жыл бұрын

♥

That chat between Ragnar and the Blind Seer was so, soooooo good. It's like his entire being and his beliefs at war within himself. Beautiful. One of the series' best.

damn tears always come out to this episode

@Killertomato84

6 жыл бұрын

Hamad Abdullah bruh, when I first watched it I didn't wanna leave the house all weekend. Shit hurt me deep

No matter how many time watching it doesnt get any easier( when Ragnar said" I will bask in their glory" Eric's face 😢)...To me the show was never same after this...

@sickleweed3270

6 жыл бұрын

I felt an emptiness after Athelstan died, and now with Ragnar it's like this huge gaping hole. Not that I don't appreciate Lagertha and the boys, but honestly, no one can live up to him as a character and Fimmel's mesmerizing performance of him.

@WolfNationChannel

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly ...

*Kudos to Travis Fimmel* For his phenomenal performance as Ragnar Lothbrok. No could've done this with as much perfection as he did. He is hands down one of the finest actors of all time.

This episode and episode reactions are just so hard to watch.. I shake everytime I watch a reaction to this episode, the music is incredible. Ragnar will always be my fav character out of any TV show or movie.. Travis is just amazing. He went out with the best speech ever! Ragnar is the best! 😭😭😭

@SuperThompson63

6 жыл бұрын

i swear you are in EVERY reaction videos of this episode haha i saw your comment in every one of them but i understand i watch them all too

@pcgaming4944

6 жыл бұрын

I've had comments like this many times, my friend xD love me a reaction!

@aubreycrowder3903

6 жыл бұрын

PCGaming I agree with u the music was one huge thing that made this episode amazing

@sickleweed3270

6 жыл бұрын

I wish Travis Fimmel got SOME sort of award recognition during his stint on the show. He really was robbed. And why that man isn't working in high profile projects continuously right now after his work here is beyond logic.

@anycullen21

6 жыл бұрын

the music during the flashbacks is soooooo good, but they still havent released the damned soundtrack

the whole time I was watching Eric's face... priceless... made me in tears again

one of my favorite moments is on 8:38 when Ragnar and Athelstan praying and then it cuts to all those people continuing the prayer

Yes please, react to The Choice by Zurik! If you don't, it's like you haven't seen everything from Vikings. It's a beautiful tribute, I've never seen a character captured that well. You will love it, it's pure epicness.

@pierroperezyalonso6893

6 жыл бұрын

Michaela Mecková oui moi aussi j'ai vu cette vidéo, comme de nombreuses personnes, sa serai génial qu'ils en fassent la réaction !

By far the boldest and saddest part of this the more I thought about it is: ragnar had so many loose ends, he had personal closure with nobody

I’m impressed on how much the guy who played Ragnar put in his preformance

Phenomenal episode for a phenomenal character for a phenomenal actor for a phenomal serie. That's it.

8:49 Eric as me 😭💔

Great reaction, R.I.P Ragnar..pleasssee react to Ragnar Lothbrok The Choice by Zurik23m ...at least Shane & Eric please, ita amazing editing and such a epic tribute to the great King Ragnar Lothbrok. . . Cant wait for you to see more of Ivar and get to know him more.

@pierroperezyalonso6893

6 жыл бұрын

CeJ Miles oui je veux moi aussi !!

Oh, you guys.. Just wanna give you all a big hug. Especially Erik ❤️ I cried again even though I have watched it.

i think we all need to bow down to Travis Fimmel's amazing portrayal of Ragnar Lothbrock. Truly amazing, by far one of my favourite characters from anything i have watched.

I'm dead now...

@essdoubleu

6 жыл бұрын

I'm grunting now...

@davididiart5934

6 жыл бұрын

Only physically. King Ragnar lives in our hearts forever!

@bigfoot.4451

6 жыл бұрын

You'll live forever in out hearts

@guilhermebatista6925

6 жыл бұрын

RIP, or may you feast in battle on Valhalla!

When I first read the saga my favourite part was “how the little piggies will grunt when they hear how the old boar suffered” the show and Travis did an amazing job with Ragnars death. It was a big movie to kill him of in a show like Vikings. The show has never been like game of thrones. Ragnar was clearly the main character. Now it’s time that the great heathen army!!!

@AllieB-11.11

Жыл бұрын

Well the show is called 'Vikings' and it was always intended to show his sons - the next generation down. It was never just meant to be about Ragnar - in fact he was meant to be killed off at the end of season 1.

This show. I'm not big on TV anymore. I haven't any form of cable since like 2010 or so. All of my media has been from Netflix, Hulu, or KZread. And even then it was mostly just watching reruns of old shows like Scrubs and stuff. I hadn't picked up a new show in years. I never got on the Game of Thrones train, Westworld, etc. However earlier this year, in like January, my girlfriend and I were looking for something new to watch together. Something neither of us had seen before so we could each watch for the first time together completely blind to the show. She was scrolling through Amazon video when she saw Vikings. She suggested it and I didn't really care for what I saw but after the first few episodes, at about the point where Ragnar meets Athelstan, I was hooked. This has easily become one of my favorite shows of all time. This episode and the one preceding it, with Ecbert and Ragnar talking one on one all episode, are fucking incredible. It's been a long time since I've cared about characters in a TV show this much. So to the creators of the show, and to Travis for his portrayal of Ragnar, thank you very much for what you've created here. I never though i would care so much for a man whose life revolved around murder and pillaging but damn you made me care.

@autaum6536

4 жыл бұрын

You should try The Last Kingdom

@autaum6536

3 жыл бұрын

@Juntasan Shunsa what is a cheap rip off?

I mustve watched this episode already 5 times, and yet still tears were flooding...

just finished watching this episode. i haven't cried in years and this broke me. im gonna miss ragnar. one of my favorite tv characters ever.

I love the opening scene! The historical significance of THOSE two people playing a friendly game of chess...

The man with no eye and crows is Odin! The Ravens symbolize Hugin and Munin, Odin's Ravens and missing eye.

@christopherkowalczyk4405

6 жыл бұрын

spinogurl123 I loved how they did Odin in this sequence. It's not the old Odin who ragnar saw when he looking for knowledge, but this is Odin as a good of war that his sons will need.

Ragnar is one of the best characters in TV. I cried when i saw this episode . Im also a huge Game of Thrones fan and i love John Snow , but i didn't care at all when he "died".

I've seen this episode a million times and i cry every f...ing times! It's so well done, intense, sad...oh God i miss Travis and Ragnar in this show so much! 😭😭😭😭

I didn't want to get up today then I remembered it was Thursday and truly guys you have become a part of my week that I continuously look foreword to

Idk if its the writingof this show, Travis's acting portrayal, or the story itself, but this is the greatest show I have ever watched. Better than game of thrones or westworld. I knew this day was coming so I kept up with blindwave for this season after binging the rest. I just watched the episode and was speechless. I went to the comments as I always do to see if the one eyed man was indeed odin and it seems so, but I ran across 90% of the comments recommending "the choice". It is a piece of art. I have never honestly felt so invested and connected with a character to the point that I am crying like I lost a loved one but I am today. This episode along with the tribute is a true masterpiece of art imitating life and vice versa. Ragnar's mind and life was so conflicted with curiosity and dreams that he guided himself a path through life by his means. This is an example of when your greatness exceeds you and following your own path opens your mind and spirit. The show's depiction of such a life and all of his kindred spirits was beautiful. I am greatful I decided to watch this show. And the editing of the choice spoke to me...the way it showed the eternal conflict of man and God which we have been fighting over all of our existence. Kudos to Zurik. I am sure this is long but I felt the need to share within the Viking community... all hail king RAGNAR ... and ⚘ to Travis👏🏽 I can't wait to see what's next!

@alydinamo10

6 жыл бұрын

I agree. I love Got, but i just love Vikings more. And Ragnar, best character ever for me.

Re-watching this series & seeing the emotion in you guys really hits my heart . So powerful. Long Live the memory of this great character & really appreciate this amazing actor.

I never heard u guys quiet for a hole episode normally u guys have something to say but this episode nothing but sadness. Great reaction

@AllieB-11.11

Жыл бұрын

I wish they'd be that quiet for all the episodes.

It was a joy to watch this episode with people who show emotions.

"I see you Ragnar Lothbrok" Fooking chills!

Eric is asking all big questions, he understands Ragnar's plan, and he's going to love the rest of 4b, and hopefully he likes what happens in 5a since he's already theorizing about it

Long live King Ragnar!!! No one else will replace the joy he brought to Vikings

I think Ragnar finally understood what Athelstan told him about being a Martyr and the true meaning behind such a sacrifice.

the passion of the ragnar lol

Ragnar wanted as many people as possible to know he was leaving for revenge, and also to say goodbye. And Ragnar was supposed to die season one but Travis Fimmel did such a good job he kept the role this long, and he helped right the speeches, Michael Hirst the writer said that Fimmel likes to make the speeches personnel and to have a lot more meaning by adding aspects he can throw emotion into.

PLEASE REACT TO THE CHOICE TRIBUTE!!!😣

Ragnar will always be my fav character out of any TV show or movie. Travis fimmel Thank you for giving us the pleasure of enjoying this great character. HAIL KING RAGNAR LOTHBROK

Never gets easier no matter how many times I've watched this; when Eric started crying, I started crying too. I mean, hell, even though Athelstan has been gone for a while, I still miss him even now; with Ragnar, it's much much worse. I'm still watching the show, but totally missing his presence every moment.

6:28 my god man you had me laughing uncontrollably with your passion of the Ragnar comment

*THE WHOLE WORLD WILL KNOW AND FEAR IVAR THE BONELESS* Ragnar's death still chokes me up each and everytime i watch it.. God bless!

It's interesting that the previous episode ended with Ragnar looking into the camera and this episode ended with Ivar going the same. Ragnar's look was that of peace and acceptance, while Ivar's one of rage and hatred.

I've been excited for this reaction and dreading it at the same time. lol How can anyone watch this and not cry? That sad Ragnar theme song really amps up the emotion on top of the incredible acting by Travis.

Best Scene of this Series and one of the best Series Scene ever. Im crying everytime i see this. That speech of him gives me goosebumps everytime.

The writer did say that Ragnar went back to his pure viking instincts when he told Ivar to seek revenge on Ecbert. He knows his people are driven by his conquests and the symbol Ragnar has become, thus he knows his sons and all the vikings will want revenge if he makes this grand spectacle of his 'viking' death. He spoke of Odin, even though he doesn't believe it, only to inspire his people. But why? I do believe he saw that trying to conquer England by settling there peacefully did not work, so he tried something different. He rallied his people under the banner of 'let's avenge the great Ragnar Lothbrok', knowing they would all do it as it is the viking way. Shane was right, Ragnar still admires and respects Ecbert, but he has to do this for his people and himself. Just like Ecbert still respected Ragnar and by extension his sons, but had to *SPOILER* f*ck them one last time before dying by 'giving' them lands even though he's not King. They both understood their roles, but still could respect each other.

@colprom

6 жыл бұрын

Ragnar and Ecbert are the definition of Best Frenemies,

@so-zy1vs

6 жыл бұрын

Man-Swine Totally agree. And I think their respective love for Athelstan brought them closer and still tore them apart somehow. It’s a pretty great relationship between the three of them, with a struggle between friendship, allegiance and spirituality.

man this was hard to watch a 2nd time and it was as hard as the first time i feel Eric's pain on 8:30, i cried my eyes out too.... damn i miss Ragnar

And now you have to react to (Vikings) Ragnar Lothbrok || The Choice by Zurik23M!!! You have to! Please.

I have never cried during a movie or tv show --- but this episode always gets me closer to breaking than anything else.

It gladdens me to know that Odin prepares for a feast. Soon I shall be drinking ale from curved horns. This hero that comes into Valhalla does not lament his death! I shall not enter Odin's hall with fear. There I shall wait for my sons to join me. And when they do, I will bask in their tales of triumph. The Aesir will welcome me! My death comes without apology! And I welcome the valkyries to summon me home! All hail king Ragnar!

I've watched a large handful of reaction videos & you are THE first one to recognize the one eyed man as Oden. I pray the gods bless your future endeavors.

The music when his flashbacks happen in the cage bring me to tears everytime. Truly something I will never forget.

It's so fascinating to watch someone who doesn't know who Alfred is 'cause I screamed when I first heard his name.

i can't watch this scene anymore.. it's too emotional.. always tears in my eyes

They need to watch the extended versions :( they missed Ragnar talking to the seer about Lagertha, heartbreaking

the scene with the seer kinda proves the mystical parts of this are real. that was a legit conversation which the blind man heard him talking and said i didnt say anything. the seer has some kinda power but its exactly that he sees and feels and experiences situations through others eyes. past present and future

Love your reactions! Ragnar's death in the series is inspired by the old viking sagas, where he gets killed in the same way. According to some sagas he acctually said: "How the little pigs would grunt if they knew how the old boar suffers" before he was killed, like in the show. A lot of the show is inspired by the old viking sagas and historical texts. Love it.

For me, Vikings and Game of Thrones are both amazing but this sets Vikings above GoT. When a character died in GoT there were others I could watch and follow but when Ragnar dies it hits so much harder than any other character.

You need to watch "The Choice" by Zurik23M, it's the best tribute ever!

@pierroperezyalonso6893

6 жыл бұрын

Kelvin Borges oui d'accord avec toi, j'ai été très émus lorsque je l'ai vue

Almost a whole year later and this shit still gets me 😭😂

First death note now this, this week's been emotional 😭😭

Wow, Eric was the last one I expected to cry. Also it's a shame they didn't watch the extended version, but it was emotional anyway.

This is the most well done main character send off I’ve ever seen in a tv show. It leaves you emotionally drained but you still find comfort knowing the boys are coming to fxck shxt up 😂

This episode gets me every time! 😭

I've watched this series along woth you all and after look it at the comment section hearing about "The choice " . I felt like I needed to watch it and I loved it. Hope you guys watch "The choice" as well.

The speech to the seer with the music is amazing

What a great reaction to an amazing episode.

“Odin gave his eye to acquire knowledge, but I would give far more” and he most certainly did..

You need to react to ragnar lothbrok the choice by zurik23m

King Aelle killing Ragnar in a pit of snake is historically accurate.

I think that we all can agree that this is the best episode of Vikings to date. It’s beautiful in every aspect imaginable. Now that you guys have watched this epic episode, you gotta watch The Choice by Zurik23M. Best tribute on KZread.

react. zurik23 the choice.

The choice zurik23M

And also you should watch the extended scenes in the uncensored version for this episode and 14 probably. There is some good dialogue

A few historical notes, Alfred is actually the true son of aethelwulf and not a bastard, and Alfred has a son named aethelstan, who becomes the first true King of England.

Best evening I have had in a long time

It's Odin. One eye, ravens etc.

How the little pigies will squel when they hear how the old boar suffered. Something like that

@justinkilly1712

6 жыл бұрын

Grunt**

As an English person who actually had to study about some of these events/people in school, hearing most American reactors all say “I hope Alfred has a big part” is truly tickling lol

@AllieB-11.11

Жыл бұрын

I'm English too and I know what you mean.

pls do react of the choice - ragnar lothbrok. pls

I both love, and hate this episode. I was also both eager to see, and dreading you guys watching this episode. Especially Eric.

And now the tale of Ivar the Boneless begins

I saw that tear!! 😊

Ragnar's sacrifice will result in vast hordes of Vikings coming permanently to England.

I think it’s interesting that Ragnar died and suffered for his people in the way Jesus suffered for his people but also sought knowledge just as Odin did. The show has always showed this type of duality of religion in this show

My flatmate is cutting onions again ... 🔪🥟

Now that this sad episode is over! We'll have to prepare for the couple of amazing episodes that follow! You see revenge is without a doubt coming in the form of the Great Heathen Army! Can't wait to see your guy's reaction to it.

One of my favourite vikings episodes! Now please post your reaction to "The Choice" By Zurik23M!!

Fimmel as Ragnar was great, that's why his death(serial character!) is so painful.

''I promise you my son that one day the whole world will know and fear Ivar the Boneless.''

Love this episode

Yup.... that's a rough one

His death scene, with his speech I thought was perfect. Dying in war would have been blaaaaaaa. This way he faced his death head on and then it's reminiscent of the first blood eagle scene when he talks about to get into Valhalla he must not scream in pain. He's been tortured and beaten then he's basically bit and poisoned to death and still...............no scream!!, then oden telling his sons in the next episode and the thunder etc. Just perfect. 👌

the passion of viking

Ragnar did the same with Aella's brother what Aella did to him.

No conozco episodio tan épico como el 4x15. Una obra maestra por donde se lo mire

Shane hopes Alfred will have a bigger role? he will. Alfred The Great

@nathanrainey3821

6 жыл бұрын

i know the show has a history of making non viking characters look weak and bad but i have some hope they wont do it with Alfred hes basically England's founding father