32 Striking Viking Tattoos for Men in 2024

The artist executed this piece with precision and a keen attention to detail. I like how the Nordic runes take the shape of the client’s shoulder. It is an interesting and creative way to incorporate the client’s anatomy to make the tattoo work. The dotted shading creates a soft and realistic appearance; this paired with the passionate expression and majestic beard of the Viking makes the tattoo a show-stopper.

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I like how the artist has played on symmetry with this tattoo; the skull resting in between the Vikings brings balance to the piece. The line work is impressive, especially since doing a chest tattoo can be quite an awkward position to tattoo from. The stippled shading also adds texture to the tattoo which is a unique touch, I like it!

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The play on imagery is impeccable, with the smoldering look from the Viking on the shoulder to the crow wrapping around the forearm; this tattoo oozes class. I like how the artist made use of skin breaks, this makes the tattoo appear sharper. You can never go wrong with blackwork as it never fails to leave a marked impression on those around you.

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A little pop of color never hurt anybody, and it certainly never made a tattoo look bad! This artist’s creative use of color is what makes this tattoo stand out from the rest of the Viking tattoos you see out there today. Not only is there a pop of color, but also an abstract play on imagery below Ragnar. The forearm placement is always a winner, especially when going for a statement piece like this one!

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I love this beautiful rendition of the powerful magician and God, Odin. The artist has depicted Odin with his trusted Raven and a sword in his left hand, getting ready for battle; this blackwork tattoo can be associated with resilience, bravery, and strength. The fine lines are almost unrecognizable in between the soft shading. To top it all off, the placement of the tattoo on the forearm compliments the size and design of the tattoo, if you ever thought there was no such thing as the perfect placement think again!

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Tribal tattoos are coming back folks, and with a vengeance! These are some of the harder styles to do because of the symmetry it requires to balance everything out – one skew line sticks out like a sore thumb! The lines are clean, and crisp on this tattoo so there is no need to worry about that department. I love that the artist incorporated different stippled and blackout shading techniques, adding uniqueness to the entire sleeve.

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This tattoo is jam-packed with Nordic symbolism, which shows the artist’s creative expression. Snakes represent order and destruction which in essence is the cycle of rebirth and death. The line work is what stands out to me the most in this tattoo as it has been done in a bolder and thicker style, this accentuates the lighter shading bringing overall balance to the tattoo. The upper arm placement was a clever move by the artist as it gave enough room to fit in all the imagery, and for it to be tattooed to perfection.

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Vikings are in tune with nature and treat it with respect, and I respect how well this artist has pulled off this tattoo! I love the pop of color in the eyes and the use of white ink in the runes, water, and strands of fur; it creates a striking appearance to the overall tattoo. The wolf takes up most of the space on the forearm and brings attention to the imagery depicted above and below it. Overall, a great piece!

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If you’re going to make a statement, be sure to be bold and brave about it, just like this guy has done by getting this insane work of art on his back! I love how the artist brings balance and symmetry by playing with the imagery; the Celtic knot running down towards the lower back separates the tattoo into equal halves, making it easier on the eye. The Dot Work shading softens the look and juxtaposes the bold, thick lines. – talk about balance!

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There is more than one way to turn heads when it comes to choosing tattoos and adding color is one of them. The simplicity of this upper arm tattoo design is what initially grabbed my attention. I admire the artist’s outstanding line work in Celtic symbol and how it blends into the blue center. The watercolor style is something unique, especially coupled with the skin breaks.

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Dare to be bold? This tattoo is not for the faint of heart, but for those who are brave enough will not be sorry as it will make your badassery level skyrocketing. Pulling clean lines on a head can be a daunting task, so I admire this artist’s insane skill at pulling that off. The runes that branch off from the ear and into the sides of the face and head are impressive and were a clever play on imagery. Finally, I the dark ink that the artist has used as it brings a masculine essence to the entire piece.

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The Viking warrior theme is running strong throughout this entire tattoo; the Vikings at sea getting ready for battle at the elbow, and the cloaked Odin leering above on the upper arm. This artist was able to create an atmosphere of power, which I admire. Once more, the realism gives that tattoo just a bit more potency as it feels like Odin is about to attack at any minute. The White ink used to create the rune underneath Odin’s left eye was a smart move by the artist – I can’t look away!

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Odin has a powerful presence about him, I can imagine why he is such a popular choice amongst men. The artist sized and placed this piece to perfection, as you can see the finer detailing throughout the tattoo on the forearm. White ink is a go-to when wanting to make a tattoo pop in darker places, like in the crow’s feathers, and Odin’s eyes. I admire the skin breaks the artist used to create white foam in the waves – how creative!

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These are the cleanest, and crispiest lines I have ever seen! Micro tattoos and fine-line tattoos are well-known to be some of the harder styles to tattoo out there, but this artist has made it look like a walk in the park. Odin has been depicted sitting on a throne in the middle of the forearm, this gives the tattoo authority and power. The play on imagery balances out the entire design by having runes and Celtic symbols above and below him – what a treat to feat your eyes upon.

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As the saying goes, there is beauty in simplicity and it rings true for this stunning piece. The artist’s professional work can be seen through the impeccable line work; I’ve never seen lines so bold! I like how the artist has done this piece in such a way that it appears to have a masculine element to it. The forearm was a great placement as I can imagine this is what our veins look like under the surface. Overall, I think the Neo-Tribal influence has left a marked impression.

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Getting a shin tattoo is not a pleasant experience, but the thrill of looking at a new badass tattoo afterward is well worth it; like this one! Tribal tattoos are timeless and that’s because they always look good, especially when they have been done by a reputable artist like this one. I shin placement was a great spot for this design, as it gets smaller towards the bottom, so it flows well with the body’s anatomy. The line work and the dot shading pair well together and bring the piece to life.

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This tattoo has a creative play on imagery; Viking men were warriors and men of honor. I believe that the red pop of color could represent bloodshed in battle, and the trait of honor that men hold close to their hearts. I like the blackout shading the artist used for the runes, it makes it appear even more powerful and daring. The compass on the shoulder fits well with the natural anatomy of the human body – it takes the keen eye of a creative to be able to see that; well done to the artist.

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Simplicity never looked this good. Line work is where it is at when it comes to how well a tattoo presents itself, both on and off camera, and these lines have no trouble with leaving an impression. I like how the artist kept the design simple and placed it on the chest where it is easy to see. Although the style may be simple, it still requires skill to make something simple look good – well done to the artist!

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