Halfdan the Black is a fictional character portrayed by Jasper Pääkkönen in the TV series Vikings.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Promised (season 4), they were 35 years old.
They appear in 23 episodes out of a total of 89 aired and have accumulated 8725 positive votes.
The character of Halfdan the Black is mainly associated with Bjorn Lothbrok, Lagertha and King Harald Finehair.
Episodes23
Promised
episode S4.E5 march 2016Halfdan the Black arrives in Kattegat. Floki reveals a secret to Finehair. Ragnar and Yidu become closer. Meanwhile Lagertha settles a score.
What Might Have Been
episode S4.E6 march 2016Ragnar reveals his plan to raid Paris again, and although the fleet is storm-tossed as it sets out, the challenge lies in Frankia where Rollo awaits. Meanwhile, Ecbert dispatches Aethelwulf and Alfred on a pilgrimage to Rome.
The Profit and the Loss
episode S4.E7 march 2016Now aware that Rollo has betrayed him, Ragnar carries out his plan of attack, which has dire consequences. Ecbert is given an offer from Prince Wigstan of Mercia. Harbard causes a stir with the women of Kattegat.
Portage
episode S4.E8 april 2016After facing defeat on the river, Ragnar refuses to retreat, prompting him to change his methods of attacking Paris. Count Odo's plot against Charles and Rollo backfires. Ecbert now rules Mercia, which dissatisfies Kwenthrith.
Death All 'Round
episode S4.E9 april 2016The Vikings finally reach the river. Aethelwulf and Alfred reach Rome. Erlendur makes his move against Bjorn. Sigurd makes a shocking discovery in Kattegat. Ecbert is crowned king in Mercia.
The Last Ship
episode S4.E10 april 2016A ferocious battle between the Vikings and the Franks eventually comes down to Ragnar against Rollo. The outcome will seal the fate of the two brothers.
The Vision
episode S4.E12 december 2016Ragnar seeks to equip his voyage to Wessex, even while being warned that the gods have deserted him. Bjorn prepares to fulfill his dream of exploring the Mediterranean.
Two Journeys
episode S4.E13 december 2016Ragnar and Ivar face a difficult decision in regards to their crew; Bjorn has an unexpected reunion.
Crossings
episode S4.E16 january 2017Bjorn's fleet sails onward and launches a surprise attack. Back in Kattegat, Lagertha continues in her quest for power.
The Great Army
episode S4.E17 january 2017The Great Army is gathering in Kattegat, as Lagertha is saved by Bjorn Ironside from the hands of Ragnar's sons. Rollo is establishing the kingdom of Normandie as a safe-heaven for all vikings in search for land.
Revenge
episode S4.E18 january 2017Ragnar's plan comes to fruition; the Viking army lands on the coast of Northumbria.
On the Eve
episode S4.E19 january 2017The Viking army causes panic in the English countryside as King Ecbert and Aethelwulf plan the defense of the Kingdom of Wessex.
The Reckoning
episode S4.E20 february 2017Prince Aethelwulf finds himself subject to the Vikings' battle master plan; Ecbert remains behind with a plan of his own.
The Departed Part 1
episode S5.E1 november 2017Guided by Bishop Heahmund's visions, the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategizes on his own as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader and not a raider.
Homeland
episode S5.E3 december 2017Celebrations are cut short in the aftermath of the battle at York; Ragnar Lothbrok's sons are pitted against each other as tensions reach an all-time high, and each one is forced to choose a side.
The Plan
episode S5.E4 december 2017Guided by Bishop Heahmund's visions, the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategizes on his own as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader and not a raider.
The Prisoner
episode S5.E5 december 2017Ivar meets his match in Bishop Heahmund. Floki returns to Kattegat. Bjorn receives a lavish welcome in North Africa.
The Message
episode S5.E6 december 2017Lagertha is betrayed, and Bjorn must find a way to support the distraught queen; Floki and his settlers arrive in a new land, but it is far from what they expected.
Full Moon
episode S5.E7 january 2018Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack will take place during the next full moon; Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.
The Joke
episode S5.E8 january 2018The battle for Kattegat begins. As the two armies line up to fight, the Great Heathen Army must decide between a final plea for peace or all-out war. Floki faces discord amongst the settlers.
A Simple Story
episode S5.E9 january 2018The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki's camp, all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.
Moments of Vision
episode S5.E10 january 2018A sense of doom looms over Kattegat as bloodshed ensues, but as the defeated army flees in the face of the victors, a legendary warrior makes his way home.
The Lord Giveth...
episode S6.E19 december 2020In the new land, Ubbe and the settlers engage in careful diplomacy when they are surrounded by the locals. In Wessex the Vikings ambush the Saxon army, but Alfred is convinced the lord is with his army and refuses to retreat.
- Promised
- What Might Have Been
- The Profit and the Loss
- Portage
- Death All 'Round
- The Last Ship
- The Vision
- Two Journeys
- Crossings
- The Great Army
- Revenge
- On the Eve
- The Reckoning
- The Departed Part 1
- Homeland
- The Plan
- The Prisoner
- The Message
- Full Moon
- The Joke
- A Simple Story
- Moments of Vision
- The Lord Giveth...
Best moments10
- A sense of doom looms over Kattegat as bloodshed ensues, but as the defeated army flees in the face of the victors, a legendary warrior makes his way home.
- Ivar meets his match in Bishop Heahmund. Floki returns to Kattegat. Bjorn receives a lavish welcome in North Africa.
- The battle for Kattegat begins. As the two armies line up to fight, the Great Heathen Army must decide between a final plea for peace or all-out war. Floki faces discord amongst the settlers.
- Halfdan the Black arrives in Kattegat. Floki reveals a secret to Finehair. Ragnar and Yidu become closer. Meanwhile Lagertha settles a score.
- Prince Aethelwulf finds himself subject to the Vikings' battle master plan; Ecbert remains behind with a plan of his own.
- The army leaders consider their options in the aftermath of the battle. In Floki's camp, all hopes of binding the community together are dashed as tragedy unfolds.
- Bjorn returns to Kattegat to learn that an attack will take place during the next full moon; Ivar must decide if he can place his trust in a former enemy on the battlefield.
- Lagertha is betrayed, and Bjorn must find a way to support the distraught queen; Floki and his settlers arrive in a new land, but it is far from what they expected.
- Guided by Bishop Heahmund's visions, the Saxons devise a battle plan. Ivar the Boneless strategizes on his own as the Vikings undergo increasing pressure. Bjorn Ironside finds himself in a new territory and must convince the local commander he is a trader and not a raider.
- Celebrations are cut short in the aftermath of the battle at York; Ragnar Lothbrok's sons are pitted against each other as tensions reach an all-time high, and each one is forced to choose a side.
- Moments of Vision
- The Prisoner
- The Joke
- Promised
- The Reckoning
- A Simple Story
- Full Moon
- The Message
- The Plan
- Homeland