Norse mythology portrays Fenrir as a fierce and unruly giant wolf destined to wreak revenge upon Odin. Many realistic style Tattoos feature him depicted as either angry and violent or chained up, waiting to unleash himself upon Odin.
Tattoo designs featuring the iconic symbolism of the world tree, known as Yggdrasil
It can make for excellent tattoo choices. A favorite among Vikings, it symbolizes life, stability, empathy, and equilibrium – a beautiful way to commemorate their heritage and traditions.
Fenrir
The Vikings believed Fenrir to be an auspicious symbol of strength and courage, making this tattoo an excellent choice for someone trying to overcome difficulties and remain true to themselves and their morals despite any despairing circumstances. Tattoos of Fenrir can be a perfect way to showcase your interest in Norse mythology.
Thor’s hammer
An emblematic Thor’s Hammer tattoo can demonstrate your devotion to the God of Thunder while reminding you to do good deeds during strife or chaos. Furthermore, it serves as an ongoing reminder that comes after destruction: regeneration.
Odin’s ravens
With shows like Vikings increasingly becoming mainstream, more people are drawn to getting Norse-inspired tattoos. Unfortunately, some symbols associated with neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups should be avoided; one such symbol being Valknut – used initially to honor warriors who died honorably but now often co-opted by racist Odinists for racist purposes.
Vegvisir
Vegvisir, also known as the Wayfinder symbol, was commonly depicted as a Viking compass and used for guidance and protection among Vikings. It symbolizes eight identical glyphs arranged around a central point to form an oval.
