[He could say something sarcastic, scathing words designed to hurt or annoy Heahmund. But he doesn't.]

I could say the same to yo. If you would turn towards Odin and the other gods, you would be a great force for the Norse.

[Heahmund has many qualities that make him similar to a Viking. He's got a bloodthirsty nature when he fights, fierce and utterly fearless as a warrior. But Ivar would take what he could get. As long as Heahmund fought for him, it was enough.]