Ivar the Boneless was a Viking chieftain and son of Ragnar Lothbrok. His cleverness and insight into strategic matters is what made him successful as a Viking raider and dangerous as a battlefield foe. Ivar and his brothers along with armies of Viking warriors invaded England.not for riches or wealth, but for conquest. The 14-year war against the Saxon Kingdoms in the 9th century may have been revenge for the death of his father, Ragnar, in years past. However; some say this war was to retake lands that were once held by Ragnar. Whatever the reason for this multi-year war was, one thing was clear, Ivar the Boneless was a cunning warrior and someone to be feared on the battlefield: he was a true son of Ragnar Lothbrok. Specifications: Overall Weight: 2lbs Length: 16 - 1/4 inches Axe/Pike Length: 7 - 1/4 inches Steel: 1055 Carbon Steel Wood: Imported Samadan Hardwood Black chrome plated finish.