THE VIKING BERSERKERS WHO TOOK PSYCHEDELICS BEFORE COMBAT

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary delves into the fearsome legend of the Viking Berserkers, Norse warriors whose battle frenzy has captivated imaginations for centuries. The narrative explores the intriguing theory that these warriors may have consumed psychoactive substances, such as psilocybin mushrooms or fermented honey, to induce a trance-like state before engaging in combat. This altered state, known as 'berserkergang,' purportedly stripped them of pain and fear, allowing them to fight with unparalleled ferocity. The film vividly recounts tales of their brutal effectiveness, including a legendary account of a single Berserker holding off a Saxon army with nothing but his axe, a testament to the terror they inspired. It’s a compelling look at the intersection of warrior culture, ritual, and the psychological edge sought on the ancient battlefield.