Loviatar is a character from Finnish mythology, often associated with pain, suffering, and disease. She is considered a goddess of death and is sometimes depicted as a figure who brings misfortune and hardship. Loviatar is the daughter of Tuoni, the god of the underworld, and is linked to various ailments and afflictions in human life. In some tales, Loviatar is portrayed as a powerful and vengeful figure, capable of inflicting suffering on mortals. Her influence is seen in the natural world, where she is connected to the harshness of winter and the challenges of survival. Loviatar's role highlights the duality of life, encompassing both pain and the resilience of the human spirit.