It was only later that the Vikings adopted Christianity. This is one of the things that distinguishes them from the rest of the European people. Europeans had adopted Christianity many centuries before the Vikings. When the Vikings still believed in paganism they mainly worshiped the gods Odin and Thor. Odin was thought to be the ruler of all other gods. He was also the god of war and poetry. Thor was worshiped primarily by sailors because he was considered the god of the sky, thunder and lighting. Looking at it from a different perspective, the Vikings were indeed warriors like people, but they also had unique beliefs, skills, and warfare tactics. Along with their ancient rituals they also brought new items to trade with the Europeans. In this way, the Viking ships also proved to be useful, because they were based on the demands and needs of the war. Viking ships also influenced the Vikings' war tactics and gave them the ability to sneak up on the enemy. Through trade, travel and war the Vikings made their way to the neighboring world