Beocca tries to prevent Uhtred from interrupting a prayer service the king is holding, but is unsuccessful. Father Beocca marries Uhtred and Gisela in the temple. Beocca retorts that God will never allow that to happen and that they will triumph. Beocca tells young Uhtred that he misjudges his father. Male ("Episode 3.8"), Sigebriht confronts Father Beocca with a rumor that Uhtred seeks revenge against Alfred for being outlawed. Uhtred is certain that Bloodhair will raid and encourages Alfred to attack first. Aethelflaed is dazzled by Aethelred’s physical appearance, but after the wedding she discovers his true nature. Alfred informs Uhtred that this can mean nothing but his certain death. Beocca had … Beocca warns Pyrlig that to advise a king is a great honor. Contrary to the casting in the series, Aethelwold was probably only a young child at the time of death of his father, King Aethelred c. 871. Uhtred explains that no one else has to die save for his uncle. In the second letter, Æthelflæd has a solution. Beocca reveals that Æthelwold’s been forgiven by the king. Uhtred agrees to marry Mildrith and the ceremony is held by Beocca. Beocca was also described as having red hair, but is bald in the television series. She chose her over a woman that Ælswith’s son loved and who had borne him children. Uhtred, Beocca, Finan, Osferth, and Sihtric suddenly find themselves being confronted by the villagers, who are less than welcoming. They overcome the Danes and win the battle. ("Episode 3.5"), Edward and Father Pyrlig find Beocca and tell him that they’re willing to give Uhtred half of the men he asked for. Of course, this does not stop the speculation and assertions of ‘it might have happened like that’. ("Episode 2.4"), Thyra exits with her hounds. Last Appearance Father Beocca was known for being a kind soul and a brave fighter, who was a loyal friend of Uhtred of Bebbanburg (Alexander Dreymon). ("Episode 2.5"), Beocca asks Thyra to marry him. ("Episode 1.4"), Word of Werham’s fall has spread, and so King Alfred, Uhtred, Odda, Young Odda, Beocca and Leofric prepare for war. Without him, Uhtred has no home. Not much of Alfred, or the family, except a chess match with Aethelflead, and Aethelwold, Alfred’s nephew being dispatched North and complaining about it.Â. He does his best to convince Alfred that Uhtred is trustworthy, despite him being a pagan. Uhtred then enters Sigefrid’s tent, cuts off Sigefrid's hand and forces the brothers to leave the land. When Uhtred realizes that he has not been credited for his actions against Ubba, he bursts into the prayer hall to confront Alfred. He would also like for Beocca to act as Edward’s counsel and push him towards Uhtred when necessary. That is what he will tell the Danes. He continues to grow ill. Alfred agrees that they shall march. I’m beginning to notice that said Vikings bear more than a passing resemblance to the Dwarves in Peter Jackson’s. Uhtred promises Beocca that one day soon, he will live like a lord in Bebbanburg. ("Episode 1.1"), Many years have past, and Beocca is now serving as priest and advisor to Alfred of Wessex, brother to King Æthelred. They do nothing as Uhtred and his men are attacked. After a while, Mildrith had a child boy with Uhtred and she named him after his father’s name Uhtred. Beocca warns Uhtred that if his uncle succeeds in ransoming him back, he will be killed so Ælfric can rule Bebbanburg, and he urges Uhtred to escape and find him in Winchester, located in the Kingdom of Wessex. They join Alfred in his Reading Room. The Last Kingdom season four is on Netflix now, but one of the most popular characters will not be featuring in season five. Æthelhelm then enters with his daughter Ælflæd. He bounds their hand and they kiss. Later, he joins Uhtred and King Alfred, who are hiding from the Danes in the marshlands outside of Wessex. Alfred is adamant that Wessex must remain united. Unintentionally shot in the heart with an arrow by Wihtgar. S2 He enters with an axe and slams it onto the table, blaming Æthelwold for the bile he spews, encouraging those around him to act unchristian-like. Uhtred loves Gisela, and so Beocca tells him to bring her to him and to be quick and discreet. Mildrith was 1 st wife of Uhtred and both of them had really different views towards life. Lots of fight scenes. Residence Beocca was a priest in the household of Ealdorman Uhtred. Beocca replies that he’s prepared and that God will take care of him. Despite having it in Alfred’s writing that Uhtred has been pardoned, Ælswith informs Beocca that it is to be rescinded. Guthrum proposes a truce. ("Episode 2.1"), Beocca, Hild, Halig, and Brother Trew arrive at the slave market to buy Guthred. Secretly, Alfred ordered Steapa to kill Uhtred if he broke his oath to Alfred and focused on Bebbanburg. She was married to him as a part of a deal where Uhtred got some land in Wessex if he married Mildrith. Father Beocca marries Thyra. The more he lingers, the more anxious people become. They invade the fortress, killing many men. https://the-last-kingdom.fandom.com/wiki/Beocca?oldid=20190. The men of Bebbanburg then pledge their allegiance to Wihtgar. Finan replies that the king asks for too much. After Uhtred breaks the Danes' shield wall, Beocca throws Uhtred his spear which he uses to kill Skorpa, thus making his prophecy come true. It should be noted that had Edward lent him a 100 men at the start, this northern territory would have been under … With his identity hidden under a skull, Uhtred and several lepers arrive on horseback and claim that they've come to take the Danes’ souls. Beocca also fears that if the Danes come to Wessex then people will only see her as a Dane. Family Some time after returning to Winchester, Father Beocca learns that Uhtred was taken to be a slave. Father Beocca and Thyra – intolerance and tragedy. Uhtred is avenging a great wrong done to him. Beocca reminds Uhtred of the promise he made to Æthelflæd that he would come to her aid when she called on him. He then informs Uhtred of Skade, who is a seer. Pyrlig promises to bring him news when he can. In a happier union, Father Beocca has married my sister, Thyra. Beocca adjusts Alfred’s hair and kisses his forehead, telling Alfred that he loves him and that heaven is his reward. Beocca admits that there is a way, from the holy books. Copy to clipboard; Details / edit; GlosbeMT_RnD. Her comments about Aethelflaed being used as a whore by her family added an interesting perspective, while her pragmatic advice about heading north was by no means the worst given this episode. As such, he alone has seen Uhtred grow from boy to man and knows his true birth-right. The first of the metal is to be delivered by the next full moon, the remaining amount one month later. Uhtred's Saxon father's priest, Beocca, goes on to become Alfred's most trusted advisor. Uhtred manages to slip under and raise the gate from inside. ("Episode 4.2"), Meanwhile, young Uhtred has been captured by Wihtgar. Alfred exclaims that it’s his duty. ("Episode 3.9"), With Alfred gone, Beocca no longer has a role. A: He is born a Saxon and doesn't have the greatest relationship with his dad. He is willing to search for him, but Alfred sends Ragnar. Perhaps a betrothal for Edward. I for one think the real Aethelflead was more pragmatic and level-headed and rather less inclined to romantic idealism. She has arranged a ship that is waiting for them on the Temes, to Dunholm, in order to find Uhtred. Finan advises him to run, but Thyra argues that a battle is coming and Uhtred has to pick a side. Possibly join Uhtred in Coccham or Ragnar in Dunholm. ("Episode 3.8"), Beocca finds Finan and Osferth in the company of women and demands to know where is Uhtred. ("Episode 4.1"), Uhtred finds Finan, Osferth, and Sihtric in the stable and tells them of his plan to intercept the monks headed for Bebbanburg. Later, Beocca speaks at Alfred's funeral. Hild wants Beocca to tell the king, but Æthelflæd wants to fulfill her duty to unite the lands. She tells Beocca that he will choose Lord Æthelhelm. Beocca is present at a hearing to determine Uhtred's guilt for raiding into Cornwalum and attacking the Britons there. Uhtred holds a blade to Ælfric’s throat. Beocca and Steapa call out to Thyra and Æthelflæd, respectively. Afterward, they return to Winchester. He and Sven also show an interest in Hild and tell her to take off her skirt, but she refuses. Edward refuses to do either, adding that he also doesn’t wish to become king. I for one am not convinced by speculation being used to justify historical inaccuracy in fiction. There will be no trial. There were so many reasons I wanted to yell about this episode. She is well, but she must leave. He serves under the Ealdorman Uhtred, and gives spiritual guidance to Uhtred's two sons, Uhtred and Osbert. Uhtred suggests they march now. I’m continuing my commentary on the second series of The Last Kingdom here. He is attracted to her and she can’t be around because of that. He even rebaptizes Uhtred when they change his name from Osbert. Egy boldogabb frigyben egyesült Beocca atya és a húgom, Thyra. He wants Beocca to marry him to Gisela before they ride off to Eoferwic. Father Beocca rode south with us. Uhtred flees after accidentally killing a monk that referred to Gisela as a whore. When young Uhtred never shows, they’re forced to pry the gate up. ("Episode 1.1"), Beocca accompanies Ealdorman Uhtred and the warriors of Bebbanburg to Eoferwic (York) in order to join forces with the two Northumbrian kings and battle the invading Danes. Copy to clipboard; Details / edit; GlosbeMT_RnD. She assures Beocca that Thyra is with God now. Uhtred then asks her about Æthelflæd, but Thyra is unaware of her whereabouts. Beocca interrupts and asks if she’s referring to her own firstborn child, who she had banished so that her son could make a better marriage. ("Episode 3.8"), Beocca returns home to find Thyra and Uhtred awaiting his arrival. ("Episode 3.9"), Beocca informs Uhtred that Ælswith rescinds his pardon, but Uhtred refuses to leave before Edward’s crowning. Edward wishes to attack but Alfred insists that they hold their position. Hild then gives Uhtred a silver cross, telling him to turn it into hack-silver and pay for bribes along the way. Last Appearance He has the teeth belonging to Saint Cuthbert as protection. ("Episode 2.1"), Father Beocca reunites with Uhtred while traveling North to free a slave. And for that, he wrenched a boy from his Christian life, delivered him to the heathens and damned his soul to all eternity. ("Episode 2.6"), Beocca returnd to camp to find it in ruins. 28 episodes (see below) Once Hæsten is gone, Uhtred asks about Alfred’s health, which has only gotten worse. Alfred is prepared for whatever may come, Beocca replies. After Lady Aelswith (Eliza Butterworth ) made him feel extremely unwelcome at court, he departed in a huff from Wessex to accompany Uhtred to conquer Bebbanburg. Beocca urges young Uhtred to understand that. Hæsten claims that his wife and children wish to become Christian, and he’s asked Beocca to arrange it. When he can’t get the answers out of him, Wihtgar kills both monks. There was no official church law forbidding priests to marry until the eleventh century, though the custom was still for them to remain unmarried. He saved Uhtred’s life many times over. Northumbria (formerly) ("Episode 3.4"), Beocca and Steapa follow Alfred to Aegelesburg, where a Witan has requested Uhtred and Æthelflæd. Eva Birthistle has been wonderful in the part and her absence would be felt. Such an oath would be for the rest of his life. ("Episode 1.6"), Uhtred and Iseult arrive in Winchester for the Witan. Appeared in As for Uhtred, Finan tells him to go home. Saint Cuthbert’s casket is brought in and the Abbot prays over his body. However, much like him, Ælswith is unwanted there as well, he claims. She accepts his proposal to marriage and kisses Beocca. S1 Ælswith tells Beocca that it is not the daughter they are choosing, but rather her father and their standing. ("Episode 4.2"), Beocca, Uhtred, Finan, Osferth, and Sihtric scout out Bebbanburg from afar. For protection, they have gathered a group of sickly men, who suffer with the White Riff. Uhtred notices a change in Beocca and asks what happened. They take out three guards. He warns Tidman against crossing him ever again. He buries the silver cross that Hild gave him in Beocca’s honor. However, their fighting days are over. Beocca remains upset and goes outside until they finish. If Edward is being prepared to take the crown then Uhtred knows that Alfred’s death is near. They have a ship waiting at Eoferwic. Ælswith assures Alfred that he will see the birth of England, but they both know he won’t see another year, so they must move forward and find Edward a suitable match. For a few days, Uhtred was a happily married Saxon Alderman. And if they absolutely have to die, make it a good death. •I continue to enjoy Aelswith’s audition to be the Lady Macbeth of Wessex. ("Episode 4.2"), Bebbanburg, Northumbria; Uhtred and Finan take out the two guards by the gate and wait for young Uhtred to open the gate. Beocca reveals that word reached him about the abduction of a young deacon. Well probably not, actually. Ian Hart "Episode 1.1" Wihtgar tortures young Uhtred for answers. He has laid the foundation for a country for all. He can’t think, work, or sleep with her around. Died of old age. Thyra emerges from the woods and runs into Beocca’s arms. However, Wihtgar does not seek peace. ("Episode 2.5"), Uhtred crosses paths with Father Beocca, who seeks his advice with Thyra. ("Episode 4.3"). Uhtred tells Wihtgar that Ælfric stole the land from him when he was a child, so if Wihtgar wants to be considered the true Lord of Bebbanburg, he has to a fight. ("Episode 2.1"), Uhtred, Hild, Halig, and Beocca arrive in Cumbraland. Thyra agrees on Beocca’s behalf to help. ("Episode 1.5"), Beocca is thrilled to see that he is alive, as the last he heard of Uhtred, he was a hostage at Werham. Uhtred then looks to Aidan and asks where his allegiance lies. King Alfred is certain that Guthrum will now retreat. Required fields are marked *. Uhtred and Gisela get married, living in relative peace for three years, in which time they are given the Wessex estate of Cookham and have two children together. Æthelflæd reaches for the water, but Beocca knocks it over as he knows Æthelflæd to be pure. Finan and Sihtric arrive, joining Beocca and Pyrlig. The death of Father Beocca, especially since he died saving youth Uhtred, was a heavy blow since he was a fan-favorite. Ian Hart (born Ian Davies; 8 October 1964) is an English actor.He is known for his roles as Rabbit in the Channel Four drama miniseries One Summer (1983), Joe O'Reilly in the biopic Michael Collins (1996), Professor Quirrell in the fantasy film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001), and Kester Gill in the E4 series My Mad Fat Diary (2013–2015). As much as it pains Alfred to say it, Edward will need Uhtred when he is gone. Thehighlight was of course the wedding of Aethelflead to Aethelred, Lord of the Mercians. But then again he was always messing around. He extends his hand and offers to help her. He re-baptised Uhtred after Uhtred's name was changed from Osbert, following the death of Uhtred. ("Episode 3.2"), Alfred continues to document his life as king. Ælswith assures him that their children will build an England for him to be proud of. Father Beocca and Pyrlig explain that Edward speaks and answers for Alfred. He comes back inside and asks that Uhtred speak with Alfred. But first, they stop in Loidis, where they reunite with Brida. Young Uhtred becomes a prisoner of Earl Ragnar the Fearless, and Beocca attends the negotiations with Uhtred's uncle, Ælfric, who seeks to become the Ealdorman of Bebbanburg, despite Uhtred being the rightful heir. Thyra remarks that he should end it himself. When Alfred refuses to release Uhtred, he pulls a blade from his armor and holds it to Alfred’s neck, ordering Steapa to stay back. Leofric’s nephew, Osferth, a monk and Alfred’s illegitimate son, swears allegiance to Uhtred. Alfred denies Uhtred's proposal. He wonders what comes of Beocca once Alfred dies. Ragnar remains inside, preferring to die on his terms rather than at Kjartan's hands. He admits that he is married to Ecgwynn. Winchester, Wessex (last)Northumbria (formerly) Beocca fears that time may be against them. ("Episode 2.7"), After the Witan, where Beocca defended Uhtred, he then tells Uhtred that he asked the king to exclude him from Uhtred’s journey to Beamfleot. He feels shame for abandoning him, but Uhtred tells Beocca that his place is in Winchester with Thyra. ("Episode 4.2"), Uhtred and Finan spot the signal young Uhtred sends and move in, along with Beocca, Osferth, and Sihtric.