<P> In folklore, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure described as "half - goat, half - demon", who, during the Christmas season, punishes children who have misbehaved, in contrast with Saint Nicholas, who rewards the well - behaved with gifts . Krampus is one of the companions of Saint Nicholas in several regions including Austria, Bavaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Northern Italy including South Tyrol, Slovakia, and Slovenia . The origin of the figure is unclear; some folklorists and anthropologists have postulated it as having pre-Christian origins . </P> <P> In traditional parades and in such events as the Krampuslauf (English: Krampus run), young men dressed as Krampus participate; such events occur annually in most Alpine towns . Krampus is featured on holiday greeting cards called Krampuskarten . </P>

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