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Elf on the Shelf? Nah. Krampus on the Mantle

Elf on the shelf just not cutting it anymore? FYE has the next toy/book combo to help threaten kids into good behavior around the holidays. Krampus on the Mantle. Find…

SALZBURG, AUSTRIA – NOVEMBER 28: Participants dressed as the Krampus creature walk the streets in search of delinquent children during a Krampus run on November 28, 2015 in Salzburg, Austria. Hundreds of Krampuses participated this year in the event organized by a local Krampus association. Krampus, also called Tuifl or Perchten, is a demon-like creature represented by a fearsome, hand-carved wooden mask with animal horns, a suit made from sheep or goat skin and large cow bells attached to the waist that the wearer rings by running or shaking his hips up and down. Krampus has been a part of Central European alpine folklore going back at least a millennium, and since the 17th-century Krampus traditionally accompanies St. Nicholas and angels on the evening of December 5 to visit households to reward children that have been good while reprimanding those who have not. However, in the last few decades the western Austrian region of Tyrol in particular has seen the founding of numerous village Krampus associations with up to 100 members each and who parade without St. Nicholas at Krampus events throughout November and early December. (Photo by Johannes Simon/Getty Images)

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Elf on the shelf just not cutting it anymore?

FYE has the next toy/book combo to help threaten kids into good behavior around the holidays. Krampus on the Mantle.

Find it for $34.99 on their website HERE. With this description:

"Krampus On The Mantle, he won't cut you any slack if you are acting naughty he is going to attack. A demonic parody for those who truly deserve it.

Watch out kids, there's a new Christmas tradition. Krampus is coming to town and he's on a mission. Unlike St. Nick, who rewards good kids with toys, Krampus dishes out terror to bad girls and boys. Watching you, children, no need for a letter, Punishing naughty kids for ever and ever. Kids who are bad will be shaking in fear, But, too late, Krampus is already here. Sharp claws, pointed fangs and menacing horns. If he decides you were naughty, from this world you'll be torn. When he comes for you, hear his chains and bells clank. You know you're in trouble, this is definitely no prank. Thrown in his sack, no matter how much you yell, Won't see a thing as he drags you to hell. Keeping you confined for an entire year. Punishment so awful, you'll wish you weren't here. Don't want to see Krampus? Don't give him a reason. Be good all year long. Survive the Christmas season. See old St. Nick and all the joy that he brings. Opening presents by the tree while everyone joyfully sings. Don't do bad things, and always remember, Krampus is watching. He'll be back next December!"

Your kid might just make Santa's good list yet! If this doesn't work, not sure what to tell you.

Kristen Herrmann is the Program Director and Weekday Morning Show Host on BEN FM. She has been a fixture on the radio in Philadelphia since 2005. As a content creator for BEN FM, Kristen specializes in all things Philadelphia, kids, family and favors the quirky stuff.