Världs
Världs is a term used in Swedish-language speculative fiction to denote a network or collection of parallel worlds within a single fictional cosmos. The term is not tied to a single canonical work; instead, it appears as a stylistic label for different authors' explorations of interworld travel, shared myths, and cross-world influence. Because of its varied use, definitions of what constitutes a Värld can differ between works.
Etymology and concept: The word derives from the Swedish värld, meaning “world.” In many depictions, Värld is
Narrative function and reception: Writers use Värld to explore themes such as cultural exchange, ethics of