Berserker
Berserker is a Nordic word meaning “mad, uncontrollable rage” or “fury of the mind.” A Berserker tattoo often portrays characters who rush into battle with reckless abandon and appear desperate for death; typically, they accompany this with a warcry that sounds like they’re gasping for breath or trying to choke themselves to death. Viking Berserkers were fearsome warriors known for fighting without armor or protective shields in an intimidating trance-like fury that sent their opponents running away in fear. Many researchers suspect that Berserkers experienced some trance-like madness before fighting to reach their maximum level of battle strength. This could have been caused by taking mushrooms, drinking alcohol, or even suffering from mental illness. The Berserk symbol also stands for courage, tenacity, and relentlessness in battle. It stands for perseverance despite setbacks or any prospect of winning; fighting until victory becomes impossible is represented by this image.
Skull
Skull tattoos have long been among the most favored tattoo designs, often symbolizing death, the dark side, morbidity, anger, and decay – yet plenty of positive associations are associated with them. Examples of their symbolic meaning include courage when facing death and trust that the body will eventually return to its natural state of rebirth, rebellion, or as a sign. For instance, if you hope to make people laugh by creating something humorous, an amusing skull would work best. Although Vikings were fierce warriors and explorers, they also loved decorating themselves with symbols that were obscure to outsiders – most likely inspired by trees, knot patterns, and ancient Norse symbols.
Valkyrie
Women who enjoy Norse mythology often get tattoos depicting Valkyrie, an angelic warrior goddess who chooses who to kill during battle and transports their remains to Valhalla – the Hall of the Slain – after they die. Valkyries were influential figures during war, yet they are often depicted as beautiful women with long flowing locks and feminine features that testify to their courage and beauty. Norse mythology describes Valkyries as servants to Odin and Freyja, choosing only noble warriors to guide Valhalla, where they will join Gods and Goddesses in the afterlife. Valkyrie tattoos are an increasingly popular choice among female Vikings as they represent strength, courage, honor, and integrity, qualities held dear in this culture’s warriors.
Runic Symbols
If you want a beautiful and meaningful tattoo, Runic symbols could be just what you’re searching for. These ancient symbols contain multiple interpretations, making them highly symbolic when used correctly. Runes are an old writing system developed in Northern Europe. Similar to Hebrew letters, but with much more significant variance. The runic alphabet was an intricate set of symbols used to write several Germanic languages. Although its usage varies across regions and time, its exact composition remains unknown. Some runes can be read differently depending on which god they represent – for instance, Ansuz is under the control of Odin and Loki, giving it two opposite poles: light and darkness.
