Here’s a look at the fate of Prince Erik in Young Royals

The second series of Young Royals picks up not long after the events of the series one finale with Prince Wilhelm of Sweden (played by Edvin Ryding) gearing up for his return to Hillerska for another term. The crown prince will continue to struggle to take on more responsibility as he’s preparing to become the head of state one day. Amid his anxieties over his future role as king, there’s also his relationship with commoner Simon Eriksson (Omar Rudberg) which was cut short over a leaked sex tape.In season two, Wille continues to battle between his heart and family duty with the shadow of his older brother Prince Erik (Ivar Forsling) looming large.The new episodes feature flashbacks to Erik as Wille remembered his dearly departed older sibling.Wille became the crown prince after Erik was unexpectedly killed in a car crash in season one, something which the youngster thought would never happen.Queen Kristina (Pernilla August) called Wille to break the tragic news to him as he found his life changed forever. Wilhelm and Erik in Young Royals (Image: NETFLIX) Queen Kristina in Young Royals tried to convince Wilhelm to keep a low profile (Image: NETFLIX) Erik, Wilhelm and August in Young Royals (Image: NETFLIX) Simon and Wilhelm in Young Royals season 2 (Image: NETFLIX)The snow globe seemed to be another piece of Erik gone from Wille forever with the teen still holding onto the shattered glass ornament.Season two very much tackled more of Wille’s mental health and anxiety at having to assume the role of heir apparent so swiftly in the wake of his brother’s death.Through counselling, it appeared Wille started to be reassured about his fears and realise he wasn’t alone in worrying about being the future monarch with Erik also sharing these concerns.Although Netflix has yet to confirm another season of Young Royals, Erik’s presence will continue to be felt in the show.Moreover, it’s highly likely viewers will learn more about Erik’s background as he prepared to rule and the challenges he faced, which could parallel those facing Wille.Additionally, with Wille’s second cousin August of Årnäs (Malte Gårdinger) now named as the back up, there could be further tension with the crown prince really feeling like he needs to live up to his brother’s reputation and honour his legacy.Young Royals’ head writer Lisa Ambjörn previously said about Wille and Erik’s relationship: ‘He feels like his brother is perfect and that there must be something wrong with himself for not being able to just keep it together and conform.’I think a lot of people experience they are younger that they’re trying on different roles, trying to find out where they fit in, Wilhelm just does it within the extremes due to his royal duties.’