10-year-old Faith was not expecting to meet Krampus a demon who punishes misbehaving children at Christmastime just because she couldn't wait till morning to open her presents. ******************************************** In Central European folklore, Krampus is a horned figure described as "half-goat, half-demon", who, during the Christmas season, punishes children who have misbehaved. This contrasts with Saint Nicholas, who rewards the well-behaved with gifts. Krampus is one of the companion of Saint Nicholas.