The Kallikantzaroi is a goblin like creature from Greek folklore.
They live underground most of the year and spend their time sawing away at the world tree trying to bring it down and the world with it, only coming out during the twelve days of Christmas, from December 25th to January 6th.
They are small creatures most often described as goblins or tiny demons with tails, long, shaggy hair and hooves for feet.
Despite their monstrous appearance, they are mostly prankster not good, but not entirely evil, however their mischievous behavior during the Christmas season can be troublesome similar to the pranks played by the Yule lad's.
They're pranks usually involve stealing peoples belongings, and messing with food.
There are several customs and rituals to keep them away, including leaving a fire burning in the hearth throughout the night to prevent the Kallikantzaroi from entering through the chimney, hanging holly and garlic, and placing a colander on the doorstep are some methods believed to keep the Kallikantzaroi at bay.
They're pranks will continue until the Feast of the Epiphany, celebrated on January 6th. As the waters are blessed during the Epiphany service, the Christmas goblins return to they're underground home only to resurface the following year when the holiday season arrives once again.
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⛄Merry Christmas 🎄
And
Happy New Year
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