The giants, or Jotnar, were among the most powerful beings in Norse mythology. Some, like Ymir, were ancient and primordial, shaping the very world itself. Others, like the frost giant Skadi, were formidable warriors who often clashed with the gods of Asgard. Loki, though a trickster, was of giant descent and played a role in both aiding and opposing the gods.
These giants embodied chaos, strength, and the forces of nature. Their battles with Odin, Thor, and other Norse gods created some of the most thrilling myths in Viking lore, depicting the struggle between order and destruction.