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Niflheim

Niflheim is a realm from Norse mythology, often associated with cold, mist, and darkness. It is one of the primordial worlds, lying to the north of the universe. In Norse cosmology, Niflheim is typically depicted as a place of ice and fog, home to frost giants and the source of icy rivers. It contrasts with Muspelheim, the realm of fire. Niflheim plays a crucial role in the creation myth, contributing to the environment from which the world and various beings emerged. It is also linked to the concept of the afterlife, where some souls may dwell.