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Dragons (or "Dreki") are the most famous monsters in Norse Sagas. But how would a Viking actually fight one? In this episode of How Vikings, we analyze the legendary battle between the hero Sigurd and the dragon Fafnir to understand the tactics and traps used in Norse mythology.

Was it brute force? No. It was a cunning trap.

We break down: 🐉 The Legend of Fafnir: How a dwarf turned into a poison-breathing dragon. 🛡️ The Dragon Trap: The specific trench tactic Sigurd used to strike the beast's soft belly from below. ⚔️ Viking Armor vs. Fire: Could chainmail or leather really stop a dragon's breath? (We look at the reality). 🐲 The Dragon Ships: Why Vikings put dragon heads on their longships to scare land spirits.

Discover the mix of myth and military strategy in the Viking Age.

Timestamps: 0:00 - The Viking Dragon (Dreki) 1:45 - The Story of Fafnir the Dragon 3:30 - How Sigurd Dug the Trap 5:15 - Ancient Armor Analysis: Protection vs. Speed 7:00 - Why Vikings Loved Dragons

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