Merry Christmas, Witches! We’ve got a short one this week to get you in the holiday mood; Shannon tells Emma the terrifying tale of Grýla, the Christmas Witch of Iceland, and her crazy sons, the Yule Lads. Is there anything better than traumatizing your kids into behaving? Probably, but telling them there are thirteen trolls coming to lick all of their belongings might keep them in line while you prepare for the holidays. So take a quick break with us and snuggle in for some creepy holiday cheer!

Sources:

Smithsonian on Gryla and the Yule Lads

Iceland.is

The Reykjavik Grapevine

Mythical Creatures Guide

The Mother Source

Guide to Iceland on Gryla and the Yule Lads

Mental Floss

Villains Wiki

Iceland Mag

Vice