A new Northlanders epic kicks off here! Taking place during the tail end of Viking rule in Ireland, a series of mysterious murders and arsons against wealthy citizens leaves the Viking occupiers worried that a potential uprising might ignite. When surprising details involving the crimes are revealed, though, their jobs become much harder.

Magnus is a loyal son of Ireland. Sick and tired of King Sigtrygg's tyranny, he took justice in his hands slaughtering the King's men and destroying the King's crops. Now, with all the attention on him, Magnus is on the run along with her daughter. Will he escape Lord Ragnar's fierce path of vengeance? Or the Vikings will finally crush the last hope of freedom? More blood and action in this new Northlanders tale thanks to Brian Wood.