Krampus is the original Chrismas baddie, the demon-like character that shows naughty kids the error of their ways with a bit of night terror.
Every year a procession of Krampus' (Krampi?) take to the streets in Austria and Germany as both a nod to the old holiday traditions and a gentle reminder for kids to stay on their best behavior.
Dave McKean is a prolific artist with a very unique style which reminds many of artwork created with Photoshop.
The thing is Dave was creating these works well before software like Photoshop even existed, and the meticulous way he went about crafting his iconic comic book covers and prints is a thing of wonder.
You can take a look at how he constructed the covers for Sandman issues 1 and 2 at the link below, they're like dioramas for comic book geeks.
Link --via Nerd Approved
Comic book cosplay galleries are usually a collection of good and bad examples, and the weekly Compendium of Cool Comics Cosplay brought to you by Gamma Squad is no different, but their galleries are overall more good than bad and always superheroic so they're worthy of a weekly visit.
Tardar Sauce, aka Grumpy Cat, has finally reached the ultimate point of internet stardom by becoming the subject of a tattoo.
The person sporting this grumpy ink clearly knows how Tard feels, and has agreed to Hate Everything for the rest of their life.
Link --via Laughing Squid
Dapper doggies know there's nothing like a pastel colored jacket to accentuate the eyes and make heads turn at the doggie disco.
Smart and sophisticated, this is one doggie who's too busy looking good to chase cats and dig in the yard!
These cute, content little Corgis are real swingers, and they enjoy spending an afternoon hanging around and an occasional Snausage to chew on.
We could learn a thing or two from these swingin' doggies about finding joy in simple pleasures.
--via Gamma Squad
Cats who enjoy cosplay are a rare and noble sort, the kind of cat who knows what color bow tie goes best with a top hat and monacle. Join Kotaku as they pay tribute to the furriest of all cosplayers- kitties in costumes!
Carls Jr. came up with a deliciously deadly way to celebrate 12-12-2012--a 9000 calorie behemoth cheeseburger consisting of 12 burger patties, 12 slices of cheese and 12 strips of bacon. It's called the Once In A Deathtime burger, and it should come with a free angioplasty!
Home defense comes in many shapes and sizes, but no system is as cute or creepy as the Goblin Peeker.
Let this warty little guy keep an eye on your stuff for you, and you don't even have to pay him. All you have to do is follow this Instructable by cudubh, build your own goblin gazer and set him up somewhere out of the way so he can keep an eye out for trouble.
Invite a whole clan of Goblin Peekers into your home and watch your worries disappear! Goblin stench remover not included.
What do you do when your kid would rather speak in tongues and plot evil deeds than share a see-saw at playtime? Let the fine folks at the Horror Movie Daycare take them off your hands, they're used to dealing with the dark side of childhood and your kid will feel right at home with the rest of their wicked classmates.
--via io9
When you indulge in a bit of holiday cheer remeber this- don't drink more than your body can handle. The guy in this pic is nothing but a bag of bones, it probably doesn't take much to turn him into a drunken mess. At least the lawmen have a light lifting job ahead of them!
The 2012 edition of BuzzFeed's reader submitted costume gallery was a case of highs and lows, glorious triumphs, like the Battle Rufio costume pictured above, and utter failures like a guy dressed as Steve Irwin wrestling his crocodile girlfriend. You'll have to decide which category the rest of them belong in for yourself.
Meet Darla Vader, Darth's relatively unknown sister. She's used to having her way and doesn't use the Force much because men usually give her what she wants without much of an argument. Darla, and her dangerous curves, invite you to join the Dark Side!
We come across people all the time who remind us of someone we know or look familiar to us in some way, and it turns out that's because a lot of people look alike whether they're related or not.
This series of portraits by Canadian photographer Francoise Brunelle is full of people who bear a striking resemblance to each other, exploring the idea that everyone has a doppelganger out there somewhere.
Behold the mighty guinea lion, a savage beast that kills with the power of cuteness.
Adventurous animal lovers will discover many more examples of guinea pig-animal hybridization at the link below, but don't let their adorability fool you- these cuties are packing a mean set of chompers!
