War Of The Kingdoms, Brand New Series Launches On SABC 3 (S3)

Synopsis: – Inspired by the ancient legend, old magic is dying, and enemies are rising in this epic tale of war, vengeance and love. Bound by duty and loyalty to the kingdom, Hagen is a soldier and Lord Commander ready to serve and stand by his King. But he has a secret, he is deeply in love with Princess Kriemhild. A love that will never be permitted. His world is turned upside down as the Huns threaten to invade and an unexpected guest – Siegfried the legendary dragon slayer – arrives. The King, determined to strengthen his kingdom, seeks a new wife, Brunhild – the famous Valkyrie queen with old magic powers. To secure her hand, he requires the help of both Siegfried and Hagen. A dramatic and ultimately catastrophic series of events unfold in this sweeping tale of love, power and war.

Episode highlights

Episode 1 – 21 July 2026

King Dankrat of Burgundy has brought order, stability, prosperity and peace to the land and its people for many years. His daughter Kriemhild and her three brothers Gunter, Gernot and Giselher were raised alongside a young boy he saved from a fallen kingdom, Hagen of Tronje. He grew up to be Dankrat’s most loyal servant, esteemed soldier and trusted advisor.

Episode 2 – 28 July 2026

Gunter instructs his men to let the unknown warriors into Worms (the Burgundian capital), Hagen notes that one of their parties is the Dark Elf, Alberich. Their leader is Siegfried of Xanten. A charismatic and mighty swordsman who, according to legend, killed the last dragon and bathed in its blood, becoming invincible. Upon arrival, Siegfried challenges Gunter to a duel for the crown but the unit

Episode 3 – 4 August 2026

With a war against the Saxons and Danes looming, Hagen must prepare his soldiers for battle, including young Giselher, who admires the legendary warrior Siegfried.

With the help of a frantic Siegfried and his men, they unexpectedly defeat the Saxons and Danes in a tense and brutal battle, leading to many casualties and a badly wounded Hagen. His injuries are so significant that Krimhild and Gunter fear he might die.

Episode 4 – 11 August 2026

The threat of the Huns continues to grow, with more and more villages across Burgundy being destroyed and burned to the ground. Each day, Etzel and his Hun army from the East draw closer to Worms, while the people desperately cling to the hope of being saved by the dragon-slayer Siegfried.

Episode 5 – 18 August 2026

On Isenland, Siegfried, Hagen and Gunter are captured by Senua, Brunhild’s warrior leader, and taken to Isenstein Castle. She explains that whoever wants Brunhild as their wife must first defeat her in a duel. If Gunters blood touches the snow of the glacier first, he has forfeited is life. If Brunhild’s blood touches the snow, she will go to Worms as his bride. Senua shows them the skulls of the many men who have tried to defeat Brunhild and have never succeeded.

Episode 6 – 25 August 2026

Hagen confronts Siegfried about his affair with Brunhild and makes him swear to end it and make his wife, Kriemhild, happy again. Siegfried tries but Brunhild’s lure is too strong. He loves Kriemhild but his passion for Brunhild is unrelenting.

Don’t miss War of The Kingdoms on Tuesdays at 19:00 on S3 and SABC Plus.

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