101 Best Odins Ravens Tattoo Designs That Will Blow Your Mind!

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Inspired or fascinated by Norse mythology? We have some fantastic Odins ravens tattoo ideas that will inspire your next body art.

Ravens are considered godly creatures that have a brilliance and capture the mystique of Viking gods.

Ravens have a symbolic deep meaning in many ancient as well as modern cultures. They are considered one of the most intelligent birds across the world as they stand for self-reliance, wit, and skills.

Ravens are powerful birds, and their tattoo represents rebirth, survival, or death. According to Norse mythology, the God Odin had 2 Ravens, Huginn and Muninn, with him. According to folklore, these birds used to bring information and worked as messengers for Odin by flying all across the world. Midgard every morning. Through this, these majestic creatures gathered immense wisdom and knowledge. Legend has it, that once they returned from their early morning flights, they perched on his shoulders and whispered any information they had gathered into his ears which increased his powers and made him the ‘All Knowing Father’. Odin gave these ravens the ability to speak. This is also the reason why Odin is referred to as the Raven God.

According to the ancient Viking culture, the Viking warriors revert and respected this legendary bird and had them made on their clothing and jewelry. These birds are also featured on their weapons, armor, and banners. This was not a tribute to the Ravens, but it was a tribute to Odin, the chief of gods. Raven tattoos have been part of the heritage and have been around for a very long time.

We have put together a list of some amazing Odin and raven tattoos that you can choose from!

Odins Knot With Ravens Tattoo

The Odin’s knot is a very powerful tattoo choice. It is also known as the Valknut. According to some people, this tattoo is the symbol of the transition between life and death. It is also a thought that symbolizes the power of the chief God to bind and unbind. The 3 triangles are a representation of the power, strength, and fearlessness of being a warrior.

This tattoo is a representation of a proper Viking tattoo. It has the Viking compass or the Vegvisir. Below the compass are Odin’s Ravens perched on a tree. Between the Ravens is featured Odin’s knot. The entire design has been completed in thin strokes of black ink. If you are thinking about getting this tattoo, it is a powerful choice.

Raven On Odins Head Tattoo

Odin’s birds, Huginn and Muninn were very important to him. According to legends and folktales, these birds were always pictured on his shoulders. They flew around Midgard and brought all information to order, which only made him more powerful. His association with the birds was known around the world and he was referred to as ‘Hrafnagud’ or ‘Raven God’. He treated these birds like his children and was always worried about if they would return late from these flights.

This design is a very powerful Odin’s ravens’ tattoo. This tattoo shows a very angry-looking Odin and a Raven perched on his head. The tattoo artist has done a marvelous job with the strokes of this design. The entire tattoo has been made in colors black, grey, and white. The intricate strokes of this tattoo almost make it look realistic. If you are a tattoo enthusiast and interested in Norse mythology, this design is made for you.

Viking Tattoo

Vikigs were considered a symbol of strength and power. A vikingVtattoo is considered an ode to the Gods, a symbol of strength and power and a representation of devotion to family. These Viking warriors were always seen with a large helmet with horns. Their tattoos usually show the Viking compass or Vegvisir which is a symbol of guidance, and ravens Huginn and Muninn tattoo which is an ode to the Chief of Gods, and All-Father, Odin. Flying ravens were also considered messengers and comforters for those warriors who dies in battle.

This beautiful design is a beautiful representation of a raven tattoo. The tattoo artists bold and black line work has enhanced the beauty of this design. This tattoo is made with grey and black ink. The size of this tattoo is such that it is place on the upper arm of the person. Other suitable placements of this design are the thighs, back, or chest.

Odins Ravens Tattoo

The two ravens of Odin acted on his account. They were considered Godly birds because they had the power to speak which was granted to them by Odin himself. Through the history, and in the legends, wherever there is a mention of Odin, these ravens are also mentioned. These ravens were always seen perched on Odin’s shoulders.

The tattoo is a beautiful representation of Odin and his ravens. The God is looking fierce and the ravens in front of him appear to be talking to each other. The tattoo artist has used shades of black, grey, and white ink to complete this design. They have also used blue ink to make one eye of Odin. The intricate strokes of this design make it look very appealing. The tattoo design is fairly large and has been placed on the upper arm of the person. It could also be placed on the back of chest of the wearer. If you are a fan of Norse mythology, this could be your next tattoo.

Raven And The Knot

This tattoo design beautifully represents the Celtic knot, The Odin’s knot, and one raven out of the two. According to the Celtic culture, the Celtic knot does not have a beginning or an end. It is a representation of eternal life or spirituality and unity. It is a symbol of an unbroken flow of life. Similarly, the Odin’t knot is also a representation of the transition between life and death. It is a symbol of the God Odin. The ravens also hold a symbolic meaning to the God himself. They were his trusted birds. This tattoo is a reminder that the cycle of life and death will go on. This tattoo is made with fine line work and covered in black ink. The tattoo artist has made very inricate designs that add to the element of this tattoo. Due to its large stature, this tattoo is placed on the back of the wearer. It can also be placed on the chest.

Raven And Runes

This is a comparatively smaller tattoo design. The raven is a sign and ode to the God, Odin. Along with the ravens that is situated on the back of the hand, there are runes on the finger as well. Runes are Viking alphabets that were used by German speaking people.

This tattoo is a beautiful artwork by the artist. It is made in black ink. It is a very cool tattoo and gives a very traditional vibe. If you are a lover of traditional tattoo designs and fascinated with Norse mythology, this design is a perfect tattoo for you.

Nordic Raven Tattoo

This is another cool tattoo design which features the ravens from Norse mythology. The placement of this tattoo is unique as it is placed on the scalp of the wearer. It is placed on the right side which is shaved. To get such a design tattooed on the scalp may be a bold decision because a scalp tattoo can hurt. According to the artist, this is a Muninn tattoo. The raven is made in such a way which makes it look likeit is whispering into the ear of the wearer. This design has bee made with white and black ink.

Odin And The Raven Tattoo

This tattoo is a presentation of the original Viking tattoo. It has the Viking God, Odin, wearing a helmet, and the Viking compass or the Vegvisir. It shows an accurate representation of Odin, with one damaged eye. It show one of his ravens perched on his shoulder and his face looks fierce. The artist has used dot work design and line work to finish this tattoo. The intricate strokes of this tattoo make it more appealing. The tattoo artist has used shades of grey and black ink in this design. They have used white ink in certain areas to highlight them and in Odin’s eye to make it look scary.

Neo-Traditional Raven Tattoo

Neo-traditional designs are generally made with bold lines and bright colors. However, there was not much scope of bright colors in this design because of the ravens original color to be black. The Vegvisir behind the bird has been made with bright yellow color. The intricate designs of the bird makes it look realistic. The branches of the tree is also made with dark black ink as well. This is a beautiful tattoo design and perfect for you if you are interested in Norse mythology.

Unique Raven Tattoo

This tattoo has been made with a very unique raven design. Unlike the original hotels Raven Tattoo design, where there are 2 Ravens perched on shoulders, this design only has one Raven. The tattoo artist has used line work design and dot work art to complete this tattoo. This is placed on the upper arm of the person, beside the shoulder. A beautiful piece of art if you are looking for a tattoo that is simple and hols strong meanings.

There are a variety of Odin’s ravens’ tattoos available on the Internet. If you want to exploit for further ideas, you can check out the options given below-

• Odins Ravens Back Tattoo
• Combine Thors Hammer, Odins Ravens, and Lokis Snakes In A Tattoo
• Odins Ravens Abstract Tattoo
• Raven And Crow Tattoo
• Thor And Loki Tattoo

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