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British social media influencers were left screaming in terror after a Krampus in Austria chased them, supposedly to beat them with a stick as per tradition.
While ‘tis the season to be jolly throughout much of the world right now, not everywhere celebrates Christmas like the UK and USA. In fact, in some parts of the world, Christmas has much darker roots. One such place is mainland Europe, where Santa can also be called Krampus.
A bunch of UK influencers recently discovered this for themselves. TikTok influencer Joseppi Baggzelini is arguably most well-known for his time on the reality TV show Gogglebox alongside his family, George, Terry, and Lisa. Since leaving the show, he has dedicated more time to his social media and podcasting work.
What happened to the influencers in Austria?
Joe’s video, which has since garnered upward of 200k likes on the platform, begins immediately with action alongside the caption: “THE WAY IT CHARGED?!?!??! I HAVE NOT RECOVERED.”
On the snow-covered Austrian streets, Joe, 26, turned his phone to face the street. A group of people could be seen running towards him as a furry, horned creature strutted towards them with a lot of swagger. Within moments, all hell broke loose.
First, the Krampus began to run which sent the influencers scattering into the hotel in a panic. But it didn’t stop there. The creature continued to stalk them through their hotel, up the stairs and towards their rooms.
Were TikTok fans on team Krampus? Or team Influencer?
Reacting to the horrific story, one person wrote: “I’m in America and never heard of this but terrified now!!”
“THE SCREAMING HELP,” another screamed into their phone.
Other people shared personal stories about Krampus, many of which are scary enough to give you nightmares.
One person wrote: “My Nan was from austria and one time her parents let krampus into her room she hid on top of her wardrobe.”
“My great grandmother grew up in Czech and she snuck out of the house on Christmas Eve to see Santa’s sleigh but Krampus was there and hit her w stick,” another said, while a third added, “My great grandmother grew up in Czech and she snuck out of the house on Christmas Eve to see Santa’s sleigh but Krampus was there and hit her w stick.”
Why is Krampus significant in Austria?
In Central and Eastern Alpine folklore, Krampus works alongside Santa Claus to punish misbehaving children. While the good kids get the usual brand of joyous presents, the bad ones are beaten with birch sticks by Krampus. It’s quite the incentive to be good for Santa!
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