Kallikantzaros
The Kallikantzaros is a malevolent goblin-like creature from Greek folklore believed to dwell underground for most of the year, tirelessly sawing at the great tree that holds up the earth. These mischievous demons emerge onto the surface during the twelve days of Christmas, from December 25 to January 6, when they run rampant through villages causing chaos and destruction. According to tradition, just as the kallikantzaroi are about to succeed in felling the world tree, Christmas dawns and they forget their task, coming to the surface to torment mortals by playing pranks, spoiling food, and te