I have been hunting around for Old Norse battle-cries and wondered to ask here. Apparently from what I have read the nautical Ahoy, or, as it appears in old MSS., "aoi," was the battle-cry of the Norse and Danish vikings when they rushed their galleys upon the enemy. Can someone tell me the meaning of this word (and a close idea of its pronounciation)?

 

The use of these words were for appropriate use to yell out during re-enactment Norse battles. Perhaps something to evoke courage, strength or prowess etc. or invoke powers/qualities of Norse dieties etc. I'd be very intetested to know of any mention of various battle-cries that might have been used in the Sagas also that anyone knows of.

 

I've so far heard of Valhalla hal (unsure what this means) and Eulalia, pronounced yoo-lah-lee-ah, meaning victory in ancient Norse. Are these correct?

 

Also, I posted a previous thanks to all who helped with regards to previous questions I had asked but wasnt sure if it made it to the list to if not, so I will include it here. Thanks.

 

V.