Old King Erik

Archeologists unearthed King Erik of Sweden recently to study his bones and learn more about the manner of his death. Erik came to Sweden's throne in 1155. He was a Christian King and was later sainted. We know he codified the laws of his realm and some bits and pieces.

But he was King during a contentious time in that realm's history so he may have been slain by his rival claimants.

Of course there were still a number of pagans in the realm at the time and he may have drawn the wrath of the dying embers of Odin's folk who fell upon him in the last Viking Rage.

Though probably he was just killed b a rival.

For your viewing pleasure…his head….