Frau Perchta & The Yule Lads
Episode 9
Lo Saturnalia! The Cottage brings you history and folklore for your winter holidays. Nym spins the tale of Germanic legend Frau Perchta. Nylene leans into holiday mischief with the Yule Lads.
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