The Norns

Under the root of the World Tree there is a vast hall, and in it dwell three lovely maidens: Urdr (Fate), Verdandi (Becoming), and Skuld (Obligation). They are known as the Norns, and they decide every man’s fate.

“It seems the norns are unfair in their allocations, since some people lead rewarding lives while others have little fame or wealth.”
“The good norns, those who are well born, shape a good life. When someone has a bad life, it is the bad norns who are responsible.”

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