The Vikings series blends historical accuracy with fiction to keep the story moving and entertain viewers. While based on Norse sagas and records, key characters like Ragnar Lothbrok were a combination of multiple figures. The spinoff series Vikings: Valhalla takes creative liberties with historical events and characters for a compelling narrative.

History Channels Vikings drew the attention of the audience for its depiction of Viking warriors, their society, and their merciless battles and raids and a key question viewers always want to know is how much of Vikings was real. Although it is not a documentary or educational series, its inevitable for viewers to ask how much of Vikings is historically accurate and how much was made up just for the series. Truth is, the series takes from both historical records and fiction to keep the story moving.

Vikings was created by Michael Hirst (who also created The Tudors) and...