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T2 WHATS UP! November 26 - December 2, 2017 BY KAT MULLIGAN TV Media T here is a call, a pull deep within that longs for a time of ex- ploration and expan- sion, with oars moving quickly through foreign waters, seeking out the next adventure or new- found home with blade and axe in hand. Since 2013, fans have heeded this call vicariously, becoming followers of Ragnar Lothbrok (Travis Fimmel, "Warcraft: The Beginning," 2016), whose hero- ic actions saw him expand the Vikings' reach far beyond the Nordic seas. What happens, however, when power is shifted — when sons who have exacted their vengeance must now de- cide what is the next best move for their people? Perhaps the answer is mere days away, as "Vikings" returns for season 5, Wednesday, Nov. 29, on History Channel. "Vikings" began as an ambi- tious project from series cre- ator Michael Hirst, who longed to traverse the thin line be- tween fact and fiction when it came to Viking lore. Ragnar is the perfect example of this du- ality, for his legacy as a fierce ruler and warrior is still the topic of much debate, as is his personhood, for some believe him a mere legend. The series has seen Ragnar go from an honorable son and earl to the eventual but reluctant king, ac- companied by his closest friend, Floki (Gustaf Skarsgård, "Kon-Tiki," 2012), and wife La- gertha (Katheryn Winnick, "The Dark Tower," 2017). Rag- nar acquired more land, anoth- er wife and increased his lin- eage, and now five key sons are set to become prominent fig- ures in the future. The quest to expand is never easy, and season 4 proved this. Predictions came to pass, battle lines were drawn and the lead- ership of the Viking people was once again left fractured, the unity Ragnar sought to achieve knocked asunder. The chaos of last season's fi- nale has made season 5's pre- miere highly anticipated. Ev- erything that has come to pass during the past four seasons means little now that a war be- tween brothers is underway. It is a war that echoes across the waters, with Lagertha's rule also under threat and the seer's vision ever weighing on her mind. One of her sons will kill her, so the seer claimed, but will the answer be an obvious one, like Ivar (Alex Høgh An- dersen, "A War," 2015), or some- one she cannot anticipate? Meanwhile, while brothers feud, one son of Ragnar seems determined to further the Vi- king conquest. Bjorn (Alexan- der Ludwig, "Final Girl," 2015) will finally trek to the Mediter- ranean this season, with trailers hinting that a desert storm or two lurks in his future. Another Viking is also off to explore, though he has chosen to let himself be led by the gods. Floki's destiny awaits him on some foreign shore, as early clips show that he will make contact with land, though where he'll find himself re- mains one of season 5's most well-guarded secrets. This year's San Diego Comic- Con was ever the hotbed of dis- cussion for what awaits fans this season in "Vikings." As noted, Floki's character arc is at the top of many cast members' Gustaf Skarsgård stars in "Vikings" Waves apart continued on page T10 TV FEATURE B/Health Initiatives Research 2 x 5 Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? Agitation and insomnia are just two common symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease. If you are interested in learning more about current research and the management of symptoms, please give us a call at 479-575-9600. Call Health Initiatives Research 479-575-9600 to talk to our staff about current trials and more learning opportunities. ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE OR MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT? NOW ENROLLING IN CLINICAL TRIALS! Help us discover new treatment options! You might be able to help with clinical research studies looking at potential treatments for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment.