Odin's Raven Red Moon Black Cotton Viking T-Shirt
Specifications
| Color | Black |
| Material | Cotton |
| For | Unisex |
- For: men & women (adults)
- Cotton, chest screen print, S to 6XL
- Free shipping from 49€ · secure payment
The Same Raven, on Black
This Viking raven t-shirt uses the exact same design as the white model — raven in profile, red lunar disc, crown of runes — but on a black background that completely changes the balance: the red becomes dominant and the raven almost blends into the fabric. Find this model in our Viking t-shirts collection.
The light version of the same design is the raven on a white background.
What Sets This T-Shirt Apart
The same design on two different backgrounds does not produce the same garment—and here, it is the red that takes power.
- Dominant red: on black, the lunar disc becomes the most visible element; the raven reads as a cutout in the light.
- Winning silhouette: this is the version that carries the furthest: at ten meters, you see a red circle, and that is enough.
- Runes in reserve: the runic crown is printed in red on black, making it more present than on the white model.
- Cotton: the black version is the most versatile of the duo: it shows less dirt and can be worn all year round.
If you want the raven associated with another symbol, the Valknut between two ravens pairs them together.
Choosing Your Size
The manufacturer does not provide a measurement chart for this model. Rather than leaving you without a reference, here is an estimated range, calculated from the two adult grids documented on other models in the department. These are orders of magnitude, not guaranteed measurements—we prefer to state this upfront.
| Size | Flat Width | Chest Circumference |
|---|---|---|
| S | 49 to 51 cm | 98 to 102 cm |
| M | 51 to 54 cm | 102 to 108 cm |
| L | 53 to 57 cm | 106 to 114 cm |
| XL | 55 to 60 cm | 110 to 120 cm |
| 2XL | 57 to 63 cm | 114 to 126 cm |
| 3XL | 59 to 66 cm | 118 to 132 cm |
| 4XL | 61 to 69 cm | 122 to 138 cm |
| 5XL | 63 to 72 cm | 126 to 144 cm |
| 6XL | 65 to 75 cm | 130 to 150 cm |
The range widens for larger sizes because the two known grids diverge starting at XL: one increases by 4 cm per size, the other by 6.
The foolproof method: take a t-shirt you already own that fits you well. Lay it flat and measure from one armpit seam to the other. Enter this number in the Flat Width column: no calculations needed. You are comparing garment to garment without relying on a theoretical size—and it is precisely these theoretical sizes that vary from one manufacturer to another.
The fit runs small: narrower in the shoulders and shorter in the body than a European cut of an equivalent size. Between two sizes, take the larger one: this is the advice that avoids the most returns.
A word on the letters. These sizes follow a specific nomenclature, and beyond XXL, standard ready-to-wear rarely uses them: a 4XL, 5XL, or 6XL do not refer to any common standard size. Worse, the same letter does not mean the same thing from one manufacturer to another: in this department, a "L" can range from 94 to 112 cm in chest circumference depending on the model. Do not trust the letter, trust the centimeter.
Features
- Material: Cotton
- Printing: Screen printing on the chest
- Collar: Round
- Sleeves: Short
- Sizes: from S to 6XL
- Care: 30°C inside out, without fabric softener, air dry
Did you know?
Ravens did not follow Viking armies by magic but out of self-interest: they are scavengers, and an impending battle meant a feast for them. Skaldic poetry made this a mandatory stylistic device—"feeding the raven," "satiating the bird of carnage" are standard kennings for winning a victory. This real-life proximity explains the existence of the hrafnsmerki, the raven banner mentioned in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle for the year 878 and in several sagas: a triangular flag that looked like the bird was flapping its wings when caught by the wind.
📖 To learn more: Check out our article on Odin's ravens.
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Is the design really identical to the white version?
Yes, down to the last line. Only the color of the garment changes, and that is enough to completely change the visual hierarchy: on black, the red dominates.
Did the raven banner really exist?
The hrafnsmerki is mentioned in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle for the year 878 and in several sagas. It was a triangular banner that, as it fluttered, made the bird look as if it were flapping its wings.
Could the red bleed onto the black?
No. The inks are applied in successive, perfectly aligned layers; there is no stray outline between the red and the black.
What size should I get?
This style runs small, like all the T-shirts in this section: the cut follows a smaller sizing standard. If you are between two sizes, take the larger one.
Delivery — Allow 7 to 15 business days for mainland France, 10 to 20 days for the European Union. Free delivery on orders over €49.
Delivery guarantee — If your parcel is not delivered within 60 business days, we will provide an immediate reshipment or a full refund.
14-day returns — You have 14 calendar days from receipt to request an exchange or refund. The item must be returned within this period, in its original packaging.
Legal guarantees — All our products are covered by the legal guarantee of conformity and the guarantee against hidden defects, in accordance with the Consumer Code and the Civil Code.
