Merry Krampusnacht, everybody!

I know the mood just got heavy on DU not long ago, but I wanted to share this with you since today is December 5 and therefore Krampusnacht:

Throughout towns in the Alpine regions of central Europe, a Christmas tradition is alive and well that has children running for their beds, and not with the expectation of presents on Christmas day.

The Krampus is a creature from Germanic folklore that accompanies St Nicholas as he goes from house to house, punishing naughty children, while St Nick rewards the good ones.

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Today in Austria, young men dress in demonic Krampus costumes that feature a hand-carved wooden mask with animal horns, a suit made of sheep or goat skin and a belt with cow bells attached. They roam through the streets terrifying children on Krampusnacht.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-05/meet-the-krampus-st-nick27s-creepy-offsider/5134842

And to "celebrate," another Mixcloud offering from yours truly. Enjoy while staying warm and huddling together!

http://www.mixcloud.com/derby378/krampusnacht/