An Empty Man Thorfinn's terrifying nightmares of his violent past still wake him, but he has trouble recalling what occurred in them. Thorfinn tells Einar about his relationship with Askeladd, although without hate and the need for revenge, he feels empty. As winter approaches, Sverkel teaches them to fish and prompts Thorfinn's thoughts about whether he can change. Meanwhile, some retainers are envious of the success of Einar and Thorfinn's crop, especially for slaves. One day, when they return home, Einar and Thorfinn discover their crop has been uprooted and Einar blames the retainers...