The Krampus - derived from the Middle High German term "Kramp" (claws) - was not actually appointed as a servant to Saint Nicholas until around 1700. While his noble, good-natured master praises ...

Every year, people dressed as Krampus, the Christmas devil, gather for a alcohol-fueled romp through the streets to celebrate the anti-St. Nick. Reuters It’s Christmas time and that means ...

If you thought Krampus was scary, the horned demon is child's play compared to Frau Perchta, the Christmas demon who disembowels naughty children and even adults.

Origin of the custom On the trail of Krampus, Perchten and Nikolo Nachrichten 05.12.2024 16:00 ...

1. The creature has more than one name. Other names for Krampus are Schmutzli, Perchten, Knecht Ruprecht, Certa, Black Peter, Pelznickel and Klaubauf. 2. Krampus is a pagan monster with roots in ...

Behave or else. Krampus is watching. 4th Annual Krampus Ball, presented by Squid Lid. Fri, Dec. 11 at The Opera House, 735 Queen E., Toronto. 8:30pm parade, 10pm show. $25 advance.

Krampus's name is derived from the German word krampen, meaning claw, and is said to be the son of Hel in Norse mythology. The legendary beast also shares characteristics with other scary, demonic ...

Krampus is coming to town. Santa's ultimate helper, and keeper of the naughty list, pays a visit to the streets of Deep Ellum following the time honored tradition found in many Bavarian cities on ...

More recently, they may recognize Krampus from the 2015 horror flick that bears his name, or the book “Krampus: The Yule Lord” by the artist-illustrator Brom released that same year.

Director Michael Dougherty, who’s horror comedy film “Krampus” will be released Dec. 4, decided to further expand the creature’s lore with a prequel graphic novel, “Krampus: Shadow of ...