Æthelflæd now has enough men to fight Edward. However, Æthelhelm disagrees with calling off the ceremony. ("Episode 4.5"), Ælflæd follows Cenric as he goes to inform Ælswith that an order has come from Aegelesburg. Thus, finally completing her fathers dream of a united Christian England. He withdraws his blade and sneaks up behind her, though he assures Æthelflæd that he means her no harm. ("Episode 2.6"), Æthelred tells Beocca that he fears that he isn’t the first to lie in bed with his wife. Æthelflæd and Aldhelm then lead the Merican guard into battle with Wessex against the Danes, who they defeat. Æthelflæd explains that he wanted to avoid bloodshed for his men. Aldhelm then informs them that the gathering has started. Her mother brings her to see him. Æthelflæd and Aldhelm realize that they were being followed by Sihtric and young Uhtred and come out of hiding. S4 When they take Eoferwic, their father’s dream is revived and they banish the Danes. ("Episode 2.5"), Æthelflæd is married to Æthelred. For all of Ælflæd's family, see below Aldhelm insists she did the right thing. ("Episode 4.2"), Pyrlig informs King Edward, Æthelhelm, and Steapa that Cnut has left Aegelesburg and is camped near Tameworthig. Beocca admits that there is a way, from the holy books. Æthelflæd of Mercia (before, Æthelflæd of Wessex) is a main character in both The Saxon Stories novel series, and The Last Kingdom television series. ("Episode 4.1"), Aldhelm warns Æthelflæd that her husband would take great pleasure in punishing her for adultery should he find out. She hopes Uhtred will come with her and use her father’s army to recover Skade. Notice He reminds Hæsten that she is of value and tells him and Dagfinn to leave. They meet with Alfred, Odda, and the fyrd. ("Episode 2.8"), Æthelflæd returns to Winchester after the battle and thanks Uhtred for not only saving her but risking his life at the cost of helping her and Erik escape. Uhtred fears that this means a war is coming. ("Episode 4.8"), Uhtred questions the whereabouts of the Mercian Guard. Is Aelflaed based on a real person? Ælswith explains that Edward’s father was crowned King of Wessex, but he always sought to unite the Christian peoples. He informs her that Æthelred is considering negotiating with Danes, which worries him deeply. However, Æthelflæd doesn’t want his help and is willing to absolve him of his responsibilities of her. Ælswith calls into question Ælflæd’s authority. 1 Selected Filmography 2 Appearances 2.1 The Last Kingdom 3 External Links Jane Eyre as young Jane (2011) The Assets as Kelly Grimes (2014) Our Zoo as Muriel Mottershead (2014) Casanova as Manon Balletti (2015) Knightfall as Sophie (2017-18) Poldark as Rosina Hoblyn/Carne (2016-19) Mr. Nice as … Uhtred asks Æthelflæd to fetch Beocca, but he arrives moments later on his own, and he’s come to beg Uhtred to stay. Æthelred is insulted by her tone. Brida is knocked off her horse, but she manages to take out two enemies in the same breath. Æthelflæd replies that their daughter isn’t half Dane, but Æthelred only sees a Dane. Finan, Osferth, and Sihtric enter the monastery to inform Uhtred and Aldhelm that King Edward’s guards have taken control of Aegelesburg. Æthelflæd remarks that every time she returns home there is a new insult. Pyrlig then relays this to the king. Ælfwynn awakens and gives her mother a hug. Æthelflæd tells Edward that Mercia will support him with whatever he decides. Father Beocca and Hild determine if Æthelflæd has been unfaithful to Æthelred. Family For him and his men to live. Instead, she asks that Edward first find a suitor and they will arrange a match. ("Episode 4.10"), Edward and Æthelflæd return from the hall and tell Uhtred that they’ve struck a bargain with Sigtryggr. The producer and composer of The Kingdom series are Chrissy Skinns and John Lunn. She tells him that love should be gentle. She led them to a great victory that they will speak of for years to come. "The Empty Throne" She refuses to allow men to die just so that she can love Uhtred. Ælflæd repeatedly states that she is hungry as she is not accustomed to discomfort. Edward too worries about the weight of his words. ("Episode 4.8"), Lady Æthelflæd is met with smiles and cheers by the people of Mercia, celebrating her being crowned as Queen. ("Episode 4.8"), Aldhelm tells Uhtred that while his reign was brief, he served Mercia well and they now have the ruler they need in Æthelflæd. Thyra watches as the Danes approach. She then asks about Bebbanburg. They are greeted at the gate by Æthelred, Aldhelm, and Steapa. The man they’ve both known since childhood. Edward has come in place of the king. Eardwulf cannot be controlled and will bring disaster. Though Eadith has been loyal to Ælfwynn, Æthelflæd is the Queen now, and Eadith was her husband’s mistress, who her brother killed. ("Episode 2.6"), Æthelred and Æthelflæd have dinner. Her woman Sable is works at Lord Æthelred's estate and she knows of something that will be of use to Uhtred. She doesn’t believe he’s right for the role. If he’s ruler, Mercia will protect her. He touches her face, but she pulls away. Uhtred tells Edward to stand down. With this in mind, Æthelflæd confronts Edward and Ludeca. You can use it to filter works and to filter bookmarks. Æthelflæd jumps out the window and onto the horse. Ælswith explains that these decisions and others like them are not made by them. She has summoned Mercian fyrds. First Appearance ("Episode 3.7"), Winchester, Wessex; Æthelflæd, Æthlred, and Aldhelm arrive for Edward’s wedding and attend the arranged marriage between him and Ælflæd. ("Episode 4.8"), Eadith watches over Ælfwynn and Æthelstan as they play on the swings. ("Episode 3.7"), Ælflæd and Æthelhelm have arrived for the arranged marriage with Edward. Æthelflæd wants to personally choose someone suitable so that the Kingdom will thrive. She replies that it is in his nature. Erik tells her how Sigefrid wanted her to bathe in a barrel in full view of their men. Æthelflæd asks to be taken to her daughter. He proceeds to hump her as she cries. As the Danes try to recover, Uhtred, Æthelflæd, young Uhtred, Finan, Osferth, Sihtric, Pyrlig, and Aldhelm charge, with the Welsh as backup. 1 Synopsis 2 Plot 3 Appearances 3.1 First 3.2 Deaths 4 Cast 4.1 Starring 4.2 Supporting 4.3 Guest Starring As Uhtred and his men draw closer to Bebbanburg, prodigal son Wihtgar returns with some tricks up his sleeve. ("Episode 2.7"), Hæsten walks towards Æthelflæd’s chamber. Notice Portrayer Saltwic, Mercia; Uhtred … Abbess tells them that her God will strike them down should they bring harm. Thyra asks Æthelflæd if her husband beats her. Last Appearance He admits that he was blind to see that she wasn’t the right person to lead Mercia and apologizes. They propose sending 30 men to guard her. ("Episode 4.4"), Mercia; Uhtred and Æthelflæd kiss in the nearby woods. Aldhelm then tells Æthelflæd that she has his heart and that he loves her. ("Episode 4.4"), The Dane army arrives in Tettenhall. Aldhelm wonders what bargain was struck in Northumbria to allow the brothers to leave with their lives. After that, they can push into Northumbria Daneland. Alfred and Æthelred want to offer negotiations. 30 episodes (see below) She hits him over the head with her night bucket and grabs his knife. ("Episode 3.8"), Ælflæd sits by her husband and her father at the royal feast following her royal marriage. She’s alerted Aldhelm, who’s outside the window waiting with a horse. He adds that both countries are equal and free to choose who they ally with or fight against. Edward asks to have some time alone with his wife-to-be, but Æthelhelm is very much against it after hearing talk of Edward’s bastard children. ("Episode 4.3"), Aegelesburg, Mercia; Æthelflæd and Aldhelm arrive in Aegelesburg. ("Episode 4.8"), Uhtred and Pyrlig arrive for the Witan, where Edward, Aldhelm, Burgred, Ludeca, and the other Ealdormen await. Æthelflæd will ask Aldhelm to make inquiries. He finally confessed how much he had needed Uhtred and why he couldn't thank him enough. Uhtred then reveals himself as the alleged Dane, along with Skade, Finan, Sihtric, and Osferth, who informs Æthelflæd that her men are not guards and that she should find more skilled warriors. ("Episode 2.7"), Erik takes Æthelflæd to the hill side to breathe the night’s air. He accuses Uhtred of making a plan with Hæsten in order to gain Æthelflæd’s trust. Uhtred is persuaded by Father Beocca to honour oath made to Æthelflæd because it was made in love. Where Brida and the Danes await. She makes Ælswith promise her that she won’t tell Edward about her plan until she’s gone. Hair However, Ludeca explains that it was never a rule that women can’t take the throne. Last Appearance Hair Knowing what was at stake, Alfred pardoned Uhtred for the bogus crimes that had caused their fallout in the first place. In return for the strength it’ll bring to Mercia, they’ll simply ask for loyalty. Aldhelm has come to tell Uhtred that Lady Æthelflæd’s absence has been noted by her husband and that she should leave before she is discovered. They then stumble upon Eadith and Eardwulf in the middle of an argument. Lord Æthelhelm adds that she would not be welcomed by the grieving widows of the Wessex men whose lives were lost. Brown He was also under pressure from his wife Aelflaed, as she favoured their son Aelfweard (Marcell Zsolt Halmy) over Edward’s son Aethelstan (Caspar Griffiths) from a previous marriage. Aldhelm begs them to give Uhtred more time, but Edward is certain that he’s already dead. Ælswith informs Æthelflæd that Lord Æthelhelm wants the room given over for planning their defences. She then orders Edward and Cenric to open the gates for Uhtred as there’s no need for conflict. She questions how much younger she’ll have to be a prisoner, as she leads Ælfwynn and Æthelstan into the other room. ("Episode 4.2"), Later, Ælflæd prepares for the royal coronation. But Mani is chased each night across the sky by Hati the wolf. Æthelred is neither tending nor loving. Aldhelm admires Æthelflæd, and so he advises her to accept her husband’s offer of men but only half the number. He tells Dagfinn to keep his mouth closed as he enters her chamber to hump her. Ælswith tells Æthelhelm to focus on his account with God and Ælflæd to reflect on her anger towards a child, when her own is in danger. ("Episode 4.8"), Æthelflæd finds Eadith playing with Ælfwynn and Æthelstan. Female Queen Consort of Wessex: c.900 - c.919 She reminds Ælswith that she is anointed Queen. She kisses him and says goodbye. She delivered the message as she said she would. Æthelflæd reminds them all that Mercia and Wessex are allied. As Ælswith leaves, Æthelflæd tells Hild how her mother feels her father’s loss. For all of Ælflæd's family, see below. She’s quiet, but it’s not because she is scared. Now that she is wise to his tricks, she can defend herself. Had she known what sort of man he was, Ælswith would've selected a different bride for Edward, who cherishes peace both within Wessex and within the palace. They then leave for Tettenhall. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Uhtred with his some 40 men return to Æthelflæd's side and rescue her from the Lord Aldhelm. The Last Kingdom (TV) Works; Bookmarks; This tag belongs to the Fandom Category. It aired on November 19, 2018. Family He fears they'll send her to a nunnery and her daughter will be sold to the highest bidder. Ælswith retorts that if not for his actions, Cnut and Sigtryggr would’ve joined forces and they would be facing a bigger threat. And these series are shot in Hungary. The Witan requests their presence. Unfortunately, Erik is killed by his brother during the escape. Æthelflæd tells Uhtred and Aldhelm to restrain themselves until after she’s had a conversation with Edward. Appeared in If the book series followed factual date of Æthelflæd's birth then these are her ages throughout the books: Æthelflæd is a noble; she was born a princess of. ("Episode 4.3"), As men on horseback arrive, Aldhelm demands Lady Æthelflæd’s presence. However, Æthelflæd wishes to help Uhtred, who has helped them many times before. He recognizes Offa from Winchester and takes him prisoner. He will take Eoferwic and agree never to enter Wessex, Mercia, or East Anglia. Ælswith instructs the men to be careful with her husband’s Chronicle. "Episode 23" is the seventh episode of the third season of The Last Kingdom. The Ealdormen of marriageable age were all slaughtered. Edward tells Eadith to prepare the body and tell her brother that the betrothal will happen imminently. She is the second wife of King Edward, the daughter of ealdormanÆthelhelm, and the mother of Ælfweard. Notice They’re taking her to Beamfleot. Æthelflæd suggests that Uhtred stay behind while she returns to Aegelesburg. Despite the Witan accepting him as their Lord, Uhtred believes there to be someone better suited to rule. On the other hand, many fans are also wondering The Last Kingdom Season 4's one main character, Aelflaed (by Amelia Clarkson), who is the new Queen of Wessex having married King Edward (Timothy Innes). ("Episode 4.3"), Ælswith tells Æthelflæd that Edward betrays his father’s memories. Eadith explains that Mercia has wronged them both and both of their brothers have turned on them. For all of Æthelflæd's family, see below. Ælswith assures Æthelflæd that her brother won’t abandon her and that he’ll be there once he learns that she left. Aldhelm tells Æthelflæd to act for Mercia and call the men to arms. Family ("Episode 4.5"), Wenloca, Mercia; Æthelflæd and Aldhelm arrive in Wenloca and wait for Uhtred. Æthelflæd proposes a solution. ("Episode 2.8"), Uhtred comes to Æthelflæd's rescue as planned. Æthelflæd, Sable and the nuns block the door with a table. ("Episode 4.9"), Ælswith, Æthelstan, Stiorra, Æthelhelm, Ælflæd, and Ælfweard are taken to Brida, Sigtryggr, and Eardwulf. Ælflæd of Wessex (before, Ælflæd of Wiltshire) is a supporting character in both The Saxon Stories novel series, and The Last Kingdom television series. A second series of eight episodes was aired on BBC Two in the UK in March 2017. She pleads with Aldhelm to show her mercy, but he can’t bring himself to do it. Which Uhtred argues created more bloodshed. 'She's a witch like no other', he told Uhtred, Finan, and Osferth when they were finally reunited. The character of Skade is considered by many to be a witch, feared and admired in equal measure. Æthelred then takes the time to apologize to Æthelflæd. This would set the Mercian Fyrd against the Wessex army. He concedes, and she promises him that she’ll return his troops the moment they’ve secured the northern border. They then share a kiss. ("Episode 4.8"), Edward tells Æthelflæd that he will let the fyrd into town as he can tell she has the people of Mercia on her side. The series is produced by Carnival Films. He also only holds the position until a younger Ealdormen can come of age and Lady Ælfwynn is old enough to marry. Uhtred warns her that she will lose her entire family, and she will die. ("Episode 3.10"), Æthelflæd finds Aldhelm bleeding in her room. However, many of the dead are children, which deeply saddens Æthelflæd as she further explains that the Danes also took their heads. He threatens to hand her back to Wessex should her disobedience persist. Edward tells her to leave him alone. He’s merely someone trying to prevent chaos. Alive All he knows for certain is that destiny has brought him back to Æthelflæd. Sable volunteers to go out there, but Abbess takes the responsibility. All that remains to be gathered is the heart of St. Oswald, which Aelfric keeps at Bebbanburg. ("Episode 4.2"), Ælswith joins King Edward, Lord Æthelhelm, Ælflæd, and Pyrlig at the table and asks if they’ve heard about Cnut and how he continues to burn villages from Tofeceaster to Fagranford. Television Series Aethelflaed was succeeded by her daughter Aelfwyn, whom Aethelflaed had made a joint ruler with her. Uhtred wishes to send Abbess back out to talk to them as they are not aware of Uhtred, Skade, Finan, Sihtric, and Osferth’s presence. First Appearance Deceased She remains by her mother's side and helps tend to baby Edward, who continues to grow ill. ("Episode 1.7"), After Edward is healed by Iseult, Alfred prepares to go to war, Æthelflæd remains in the swampland with her mother. But tonight, he will believe what Æthelflæd believes. ("Episode 4.6"), As Æthelflæd and Aldhelm wait for the arrival of Uhtred, she wonders if she was wrong to interfere with the betrothal. Erik will arrange for her to bathe with privacy, but in return, she must eat the food they provide. To alert those at the camp. ", Winchester, Wessex; Ælswith has given birth to a baby boy, who she and Alfred name Edward. She won’t allow her child to be condemned to a life of misery. ("Episode 4.1"), Uhtred finds Æthelflæd in the garden just as Hild said. Gender Millie BradyZsófia Farkas (young) Edward, who already controlled Wessex, seized the kingdom of Mercia from Aelfwyn, took her captive, and thus solidified his control over most of England. A love that she does not reciprocate. Odda suggests releasing Ragnar and Brida to find Uhtred. She arranged a reunion between the boy and his mother. Content from both the books and the TV series are welcome! Meanwhile, Cnut pulls himself up from under the pile of dead bodies in the ditch. They enter Ælfwynn’s chamber to find Eadith watching over her. Aelfwyn is not known to have married and may have gone to a convent. Uhtred, Finan, and Sihtric trick the Danes into leaving. And Aldhelm will choose them himself. He questions why she came. Aethelflaed and Uhtred ally with the Welsh king Hywel to face Cnut's army of a thousand warriors at the Battle of Tettenhall, hoping that they will be joined by Edward's troops. So, she’d like for him to have Merica as his home. Afterward, Uhtred, Æthelflæd, Edward and Sigtryggr go to the hall to negotiate. Æthelred agrees. Ælflæd explains that she’s nervous and doesn’t wish to say anything foolish, as often advised not to by her father. Amelia Clarkson (born December, 1997) is an English actress who portrays Ælflæd in The Last Kingdom. Æthelflæd is regretful at all Uhtred has lost in order to protect her. Æthelhelm assures his daughter he will do what he must. Ludeca takes lead. Young Uhtred is nearly killed by a Dane, but Uhtred saves him, and Father Pyrlig helps him up. ("Episode 4.10"). Historically Erik realizes that it is her husband who she spoke about that mistreats her. Edward and the Ealdormen argue that Æthelflæd can’t rule because she is a woman. The village has been decimated. The healer informs them that Ælfwynn passed away and that her body was taken to Aegelesburg. Seeing her in Aegelesburg everyday and not being able to be with her would be too painful. ("Episode 4.6"), Brida, Sigtryggr, Eardwulf, and the Danes attack Winchester. ("Episode 4.7"), Aegelesburg, Mercia; They arrive outside of Aegelesburg’s gates, where they are confronted by Cenric. "Episode 28" is the second episode of the fourth season of The Last Kingdom. ("Episode 3.4"), Saltwic, Mercia; Æthelflæd finds Uhtred in the stable talking to his horse. Aethelflaed, however, did not look pleased when she heard from Aelswith that the man she has relied on many times would now be in charge of the land she has devoted herself to since her marriage. Still, Edward is very much against his sister ruling. Æthelflæd then asks Uhtred what happened at Bebbanburg, and he starts to cry. Ælswith adds that it’s too late and that Uhtred can be across the seas by now. Æthelflæd pleads with Ludeca to oppose this plan, but he can’t as it offers stability. He lost many men in the battle, including Steapa. To which she thanks Aldhelm that she is alive to see it, as he did not kill her as she requested. Finan and Osferth alert the others that the Danes are charging towards the gate. Æthelflæd duty is to Mercia, and she will do whatever she can to save it, starting with going to Aegelesburg and summoning the Mercian fyrds. And then, without being aware why, she realized that she did in fact love him. In spirit, he was King of all Saxons. He tells her to lie on her belly on the bed. Had Æthelhelm been the son of King Æthelred Ithen Ælfflæd and Edward would have been first cousins once removed, and would not have been allowed to marry, their marriage would have been forbidden as inces… Uhtred informs Edward of the rumors of a break from Wessex. Status He asks that Æthelflæd keep his name out of it. One who will stand shoulder to shoulder with their allies in Wessex. Status Pyrlig reveals that a group of riders were just sent to retrieve Ælfwynn. Æthelflæd is prepared to give herself up so that no one else has to die for her. ("Episode 2.8"), Aegelesburg, Mercia; Æthelflæd joins Æthelred and Aldhelm as the latter prepares to march with Wessex. æthelstan: the last kingdom. It's a common tag. He tells her to use her voice more in battle. She is awakened at the arrival of Uhtred, young Uhtred, Finan, Osferth, and Sihtric. S3 Æthelflæd doesn’t answer, but she assures him they’ll be fed. Abbess witnesses the assault and runs inside to inform the others of the Danes’ arrival. 2020 Episode #4.5 Æthelflæd replies that he is not blind. ("Episode 4.10"), Chapel, Winchester, Wessex; He exchanges his gold ring for the purple flowers from the yard retrieved by the guard. ("Episode 4.9"), Eoferwic, Northumbria; Not shown but Æthelflæd and the Mercian Guard have recaptured the city of Eoferwic. Appeared in She would like to bathe as well as breathe fresh air. For all of Æthelflæd's family, see below After the celebration, Uhtred and Æthelred are to travel to London to assess the threat. Family As for Æthelred, he is a good and godly man. There are no objections from the Witan and Uhtred is crowned king. Ælswith, Æthelflæd, and Aldhelm enter the room and question when the king intends to act. Æthelflæd suspects it's a trap, wondering why a mistress would help a wife. He only wants to maintain the bond. When Æthelred leaves the table, Aldhelm warns her that he has been tasked with bedding her. Character Based on a Real Historical Figure, https://the-last-kingdom.fandom.com/wiki/Æthelflæd?oldid=20297, This character has been based on a real historical figure of. He has the captives taken to the chapel and fed. She kisses Uhtred goodbye and assures him that his men will return from the north soon. Aldhelm jokes that Æthelred also looks like a Dane. She exclaims "Death is coming!" Died of illness. Unbeknownst to them, Bjorgulf arrives with a fleet of soldiers just up the hill. ("Episode 3.3"), Wincelcumb, Mercia; Æthelflæd asks how strong a woman must be to want to spend her life in a nunnery. Uhtred has told Æthelflæd this story. Family As Æthelhelm is being taken away, he bargains with one of the guards. Aldhelm tells her that while the king is trying to be bold, his decisions are rash. He saw the moon, the clear sky and wanted to share it. ("Episode 2.1"), Æthelflæd trains with Steapa. Pyrlig explains that it was Ælswith who sent him to find allies, as he’s heard nothing from the king. They kill many men and take Æthelhelm, Ælflæd, and Ælfweard captive. He tells her not to return south. And so, they return to the coronation for it to resume Ælflæd is coronated. She then tells Aldhelm to search for survivors and bring them to her. Ælswith is Mercian. ("Episode 3.10"), Æthelflæd leads the Merican army into battle with Wessex against the Danes, ultimately defeating them. Still, Edward marries Ælflæd and a union is formed. There are two Northmen, Sigefrid and Erik, two Godless brothers with a voracious appetite for land, silver, slaves and war. ("Episode 4.5"), Ælflæd discovers that Lady Ælswith has escaped and demands to know who betrayed her. And so, Uhtred has to save her as he promised he would. She thought his death would bring her peace, but it hasn’t. She would like to speak to her brother, but Pyrlig explains that Edward is at prayer and doesn’t want to be disturbed. News of Cnut's treachery reaches Wessex. This is a signal of intention. Æthelflæd then thanks Edward for his contribution and for saving her. [EXPLAINER] Last Kingdom: How old is Aelswith actress Eliza Butterworth? Æthelflæd Æthelflæd will meet with them and tell her father of Hæsten’s attack on her. Alex Woolf concurs and Pauline Stafford describes Æthelflæd as "the last Mercian queen", referred to in charters in such terms as "by the gift of Christ's mercy ruling the government of the Mercians". Uhtred sees Æthelflæd as the woman of Iseult's prophecy; "She will be a woman of gold. Later, Æthelflæd brings her mother to her room and tells her to rest, but Ælswith collapses onto the floor. The problem could have been solved in the first season of The Last Kingdom if Alfred had granted Uhtred's wish.Uhtred and Brida came to Wessex seeking an alliance to help them retake Bebbanburg, and he would, in turn, help Wessex rid Northumbria of the Danes.. Alfred didn't see … Uhtred hears a noise coming from outside. ("Episode 4.4"), Ælflæd tells her father that Edward is too deep in prayer and that he shouldn't be bothered. ... Perhaps Aelswith was simply moved by her dislike of Aelflaed. He then tells Uhtred that while he remains an outlaw, he is under the protection of Lady Æthelflæd and free to leave when he is ready.