Introduction:

Tucked away in the most northern part of the world and located just a little to the left lay the most joyous place on Earth – Santa Claus Village (which also holds the HOliday Headquarters). Christmas is around the corner and all is jolly for the holidays. Ironically, the residents of the village can be described as ‘less than jolly’ at the moment. Before we get into the nitty gritty of their current state of distress, allow me to disarm you of possible assumptions about these men.

Stories from our childhood had you believing that Santa Claus somehow made his way across the globe all in one night, helping himself to an unimaginable amount of cookies and milk while leaving good kids presents to tear open on Christmas morning. It makes for a charming story, no doubt, but think about Santa’s age and show some mercy for the old man’s knees. There is some truth to the story; the original Santa Claus was St. Nicholas but he has long retired and leaves the present delivery to the younger Santas spread across the globe. Now, he enjoys a cup of egg nog as he overlooks all Christmas activity from his cabin situated in the heart of his village.

Tuning back into the current situation, St. Nicholas has invited every Santa internationally to the North Pole (and a little to the left) for an emergency meeting. It has come to St. Nicholas’ attention that there’s been a threatening decrease in the letters received from children from all parts of the world. This is a global crisis in the Christmas world. The men in red suits put their heads together and try to piece together an explanation. Every Santa has their own opinion on the matter, each one becoming more vocal than the previous one, trying to get a word in. Their efforts are commendable but futile as they fail to come to a solid conclusion.

You will be playing as two of the Santa Clauses invited to this meeting. After the dismissal of the meeting, you trudge back to your hotel, brows furrowed in misery as you continue to ponder over the cause of the crisis. You are both looking forward to a warm glass of eggnog and rum to clear the oncoming headache when you encounter something strange. Curiosity wins you over and you put thoughts of eggnog on hold, heading over to probe the situation a little.

Who knew that that encounter would be the just tip of the Christmas tree, leading up to much more dangerous and sinister intentions. Punch another hole in that thick black belt and buckle up those red velvet pants as you as you embark on a dangerous mission to save Christmas and possibly, the whole of humanity. You better not pout, you better not cry, for the survival of Christmas lies in your polyester gloves now!

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Rules:

1. Good kids show creativity. Create your very own version of Santa Claus. Reimagine them completely, from top to toe, and do leave a name as well. Create a backstory (e.g. your nationality and race, your age, how you came to be Santa Claus, etc.). Describe your personality, are you naughty or nice?
   

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2. Nice children like to share. You each have 8 points to be shared among the following 3 areas:

• Strength:
• Agility:
• Intelligence:
  

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3. Every Santa is equipped with the following FIXED items:

• Santa hat:
• Gloves:
• Boots:
• Belt:
• Beard:

(E.g. Boots: A hybrid of hoverboards and heelys, allows for a quick escape)

Now, go ahead decide on the function of each article of clothing (Each item can only serve one function). Think carefully (or not), you’d probably need them on your mission.

Ho ho ho, one more thing! There are a few restrictions when it comes to the functionality wardrobe:

To avoid tainting Santa’s good name and reputation, your choices must not cause death. You’re only allowed to knock out your opponents, not kill em’.

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Prepare yourself for bad Christmas puns galore and references sprinkled throughout the story. It’s the holidays so pull the candy cane out of your butt and enjoy the ride in a one horse open sleigh to saving the day!

I hope you enjoy your stay!

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Image credit:

• Featured image:

Christmas 2012

• Santa Claus Village:

http://www.housebeautiful.com/entertaining/holidays-celebrations/g2936/most-festive-places-during-christmas/

• Milk and cookies:

Cookies for Santa

• Santa Spy:

Christmas 2012

• Spongebob Santa Waving:

http://www.bdcwire.com/best-spongebob-episodes/