## **Krampus: The Dark Side of Christmas**
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A dark and chilling image of Krampus. He towers over a snow-covered village, his horns silhouetted against the moonlit sky. His eyes gleam with an eerie red light, and his clawed hands clutch a birch switch and a sack full of... who knows what?
**Intro**
(Upbeat Christmas music abruptly cuts to a discordant, ominous jingle)
Forget milk and cookies. This Christmas, leave out a lump of coal for Krampus, the horned demon who punishes naughty children. Join us as we delve into the chilling folklore of Krampus, Santa's not-so-jolly counterpart.
**In this video, you'll discover:**
* **The ancient origins of Krampus:** From Alpine pagan traditions to the twisted Santa we know today.
* **Krampus's gruesome methods of punishment:** From whippings with birch switches to dragging naughty children away in his sack.
* **The Krampuslauf tradition:** Witness the terrifying parades where costumed Krampus characters chase and scare onlookers!
* **How Krampus is making a comeback:** From horror movies to Christmas decorations, Krampus is creeping back into the holiday season.
**Is Krampus just a cautionary tale, or is there a darker truth to his legend?** We'll explore the psychological and cultural significance of Krampus, and why he continues to fascinate us even centuries after his origins.
**So grab some hot cocoa (spiked with eggnog, if you dare) and settle in for a chilling exploration of the dark side of Christmas.**
**Outro**
(Ominous jingle fades back in, then abruptly cuts to silence)
Remember, Krampus is always watching. Will you be naughty or nice this year?
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