Okay, let's talk about Vikings. Specifically, when *does* the mythical fifth season actually begin?
I know what you're thinking: "It's already happened! It aired years ago!" But hear me out.
The Great Binge-Watching Illusion
See, I think we all experience time differently when we binge-watch a show. Days blur. Weekends vanish. Suddenly, you're fluent in Old Norse.
This is how shows that have concluded long ago can feel like they are happening right now, especially with the help of streaming services.
My Unpopular Opinion
So, here's my potentially controversial take: The fifth season of Vikings begins the moment you decide to rewatch the entire series...again.
Don't fight me on this! Every time you press play on episode one of season one, you're effectively resetting the timeline. You're embarking on a new voyage, a fresh raid, a brand-new saga!
Is this technically correct? Probably not. Is it emotionally and spiritually correct? Absolutely.
The Lagertha Loop
Think about it. You're settling in for the long haul, ready to witness the rise and fall (and rise again!) of Ragnar Lothbrok and the amazing, complex life of Lagertha.
You know the twists, the turns, the betrayals. But that doesn't matter. Each viewing is a new experience. Each character interaction feels, well, new-ish.
It's like a very violent, very muddy, very beard-filled Groundhog Day. And I'm here for it.
The Streaming Factor
Streaming has warped our perception of time. The show is always there. Always accessible. Always ready to lure us back into its brutal, beautiful world.
When every episode is available on demand, the idea of a "season premiere" becomes almost quaint. Obsolete, even.
Who needs to wait months for new episodes when you can just restart from the very beginning? The answer is no one. The beginning is always an option.
So, When Does Season 5 Begin? Really?
Look, I'm not saying the *actual* premiere date of season five isn't important. Of course, it is for the fans who watched in real-time. Big respect.
I'm just suggesting we embrace the temporal distortion caused by our binge-watching habits. Time is a construct! (Especially in Kattegat.)
Therefore, the fifth season of Vikings begins whenever you choose to let it. When you decide to dive back into the blood, the battles, and the questionable hairstyles. It's *your* Viking age now.
Final Thoughts
So, crack open a horn of mead (or a diet soda, no judgment), settle in, and get ready for season five...again. And if anyone asks when it started, just tell them: "It's complicated."
Now, if you'll excuse me, I think someone just yelled, "Valhalla!" Gotta go!
