Folks dressed like Santa wearing luchador masks.
An unlikely combination?
The new crime wave accessory?
A sight as rare as seeing the real Santa Claus in action?
Nah.
You might think it strange and weird to combine this Mexican wrestling tradition with the jolly, folly of old Saint Nick, but then you ain't been googling the right combination of Christmas cheer.
Luchador Santa is out in force all over the world. And he/she ain't stopping till you submit to the best high flying Christmas moves ever.
To kick your 2009 holiday season in to high gear, YESbutNObutYes proudly presents Luchador Santa...
Lucha libre is a term used in Mexico, and other Spanish-speaking countries referring to a form of professional wrestling involving varied techniques and moves. Luchadors are the wrestlers who participate. And of course, they wear colorful masks.
Santa Claus is a jolly old soul who brings gifts to the homes of the good children on Christmas Eve with the help of his magical sleigh pulled by reindeer. He wears a suit of red.
Put them together and you've got one kick ass Santa costume.
Luchador Santa has even been captured performing on video:
For those hoping to spot a Luchador Santa, check out at your local Santacon or Santarchy gathering. Luchador Santa's seems to congregate there.
Oh, Lucha Fett. Couldn't resist.
Have yourself a wonderful Feliz Navidad!
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