Modern media, including horror films and video games, have further fueled his notoriety. For some, Krampus represents a counterbalance to the commercialization of Christmas—a return to the ...

The 2015 horror/comedy has become a holiday ... accidentally unleash a darkness on their home which sees Krampus stalking them on Christmas Eve.

He only wants attendees who "opt in" to this niche that borders on horror ... English-language book on Krampus history and folklore, "The Krampus and the Old, Dark Christmas." ...