Crucible:Santa Claus
Real Name: Kris Kringle
Background: Born outside Sombertown, sometime in the late 19th century, Kris was an orphan raised by the toymaker Kringle family. He attempted to deliver toys to the unhappy and oppressed children of the town, but city authorities stopped him and declared him an outlaw. With the help of a local wizard, and his own kindness and determination, he managed to outwit the city authorities. His fame spread, and he eventually built a workshop at the North Pole so he could distribute toys worldwide every Christmas Eve. He's Earth's greatest hero!
Status: Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.
Powers: He can deliver toys worldwide in a single night. He never gets stuck down a chimney. He's quick as a monkey and slippery as an eel! He has a variety of magic powers learned over the years, including speaking to reindeer in their native language.
Skills: He makes the best toys, and he knows all the words to every Christmas carol, and he knows the location of every single house on the planet. He can gobble limitless amounts of both milk and cookies.
Creator: Jeff Messina
First Appearance: WATCHSTAR #170