Vikings' best episode sees the death of a major character, and through it, it pulled off a twist that other TV shows can learn from.

Ragnar hasn’t had the best luck when it comes to friends. Look at his brother Rollo (Clive Standen) who is always supposed to be there. He can’t help but betray him every chance he gets.

In the series Vikings, Ragnar Lothbrok (Travis Fimmel) was once married to Lagertha (Katheryn Winnick), his first wife. When he cheats on her and gets another woman named Princess Aslaug (Alyssa ...

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It seems as though Ragnar Lothbrok has lost his place in the Vikings world. At least that appears to have been the case in Wednesday’s midseason premiere of the History series.

The controversy surrounding Ragnar's dismissal started gaining national attention after word got out that Juranitch had asked for a 10-year, $1.6 million contract to continue working Vikings games.

Vikings mascot wanted $160,000 per year - at least. "The Vikings greatly appreciate what Ragnar has meant to the organization and to the fans over the last two decades," the team said.

The Vikings have moved on. Ragnar has tried to do the same. “I didn’t think it would be so hard,” he said. It will likely get harder this week as the Super Bowl gets closer.

Minnesota Vikings mascot Ragnar takes the field before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Minneapolis, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013.