Nothing struck such fear into the residents of coastal towns in 9th century northern Europe, Britain, and Ireland than the appearance of the dread Viking longboats. Powered by both oar and sails, and with a shallow enough draft to allow a landing on the beach, the longboats were superb warships, trading vessels, and troop transports. They were the epitome of Scandinavian ship design in the Dark Ages. So fearsome was their appearance, the Anglo-Saxons called them "dragonships." Come with me warriors. There are lands to conquer, plunder to be had, and honourable battle awaits. (For teams under 750 members, please)