Why was Ragnar so eager to die?

The basic goal of Ragnar Lothbrok’s death was to set up the destruction of both King Ecbert and King Ælle. There had never been any love lost between Ragnar and Ælle, but similar personalities and shared love for Athelstan meant that Ragnar and Ecbert had a great deal of respect for each other.

What was Ragnar Lothbrok goal?

Ragnar Lothbrok is a restless warrior and family man who longs to find and explore new countries across the sea. His goal is to settle his own people to thrive on rich new farm lands.

Did Ragnar go to Valhalla or heaven?

Answer and Explanation: Since historians have failed to identify a historical Ragnar Lothbrok, we can only imagine what the legendary character would have had happen to him. As he was glorified as a fearsome warrior, it is entirely believable that he would have gone to Valhalla after death.

How old was Ragnar supposed to be when he died?

Ragnar Lothbrok’s precise history is unclear. But, by reading the romanticized traditional literature it seems he may have been born in 820. And that he died after being cast into a pit of snakes sometime before 865. This puts his age at 45.