#straggele

THE YULE MARCH

The air grows cold and the march of the yule beasts, witches, crones, and tricky fellows begin their work. So hide your naughty children and keep them on St Nicholas' good side.

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Alpine Folklore’s Straggele Demons👹🌲

These shaggy, horned figures prefer leftovers, but if none are offered, they take something else. Depending on the tradition, they rob children, steal from adults, or tear the disobedient limb from limb. Some versions say they toss children into the air while ripping them apart.

They are not bound by age or innocence. Anyone can become a target of their wrath if they’re deemed unworthy. The Straggele serve as a reminder that holiday peace comes at a price, and that price is often paid in food… or blood.