A "Jötunn" is a figure from Norse mythology, often referred to as a giant. These beings are typically depicted as powerful and sometimes hostile towards the gods, particularly the Aesir, who are the principal deities in Norse belief. Jötunns are associated with nature and the elements, embodying chaos and the untamed forces of the world. In Norse cosmology, Jötunns inhabit a realm called Jotunheim, which is separate from the world of humans, known as Midgard. They play a significant role in various myths, often representing challenges or adversaries that the gods must confront. Some well-known Jötunns include Ymir, the primordial giant, and Skadi, a goddess associated with winter and hunting.