The Viking leader who psychologically manipulates King Edmund. Louis Davison

: King Canute uses a white flag to initiate a parley with the young King Edmund . Canute masterfully taunts the arrogant, hot-headed "boy king" into leaving the safety of the city walls to charge across the bridge.

: Edmund is trapped on the far side of the river and captured, effectively ending the Saxon defense of London. Key Characters & Cast Role in Episode Leif Eriksson Sam Corlett The tactical mastermind behind the bridge sabotage. King Canute Bradley Freegard

An advisor who attempts to save Edmund but eventually observes the shift in power. Themes and Critical Analysis

The impulsive Saxon king whose arrogance leads to his downfall. Laura Berlin The Saxon queen who correctly identifies the Viking trap. Harald Sigurdsson Viking prince and close ally of Leif during the mission. Earl Godwin David Oakes

: Despite warnings from Emma of Normandy and Earl Godwin , Edmund leads his cavalry onto the bridge. As the tide turns, Olaf Haraldsson uses his ships to pull the ropes, causing the weakened bridge to collapse.