In Norse mythology, the Norns are three powerful female beings who control fate. Their names are Urd (the past), Verdandi (the present), and Skuld (the future). They weave the destinies of gods and humans at the base of Yggdrasil, the World Tree. The Norns symbolize the inescapable nature of fate and the interaction between time and existence. Their influence emphasizes that events are predetermined, but they also reflect the choices that individuals make throughout their lives, balancing destiny with free will.