10 DC Supervillains That Vanished Without A Trace

8. Santa Klaus

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When the Joker believed he was dying, he decided to go out with a bang and infected as many Gothamites as possible with Joker Venom, turning the population into crazed psychopaths. One person that was Jokerized was a boozing tramp who happened to be wearing a Santa Claus suit. Although his name is never revealed, he is called Santa Klaus due to his German accent.

Okay, a crazy supervillain dressed up as jolly old Saint Nick. That's pretty weird. But do you know what's weirder? Santa Klaus is a telepath. I never thought I'd see the day where Batman battled a psychotic psychic Santa. (Trying saying that five times fast.)

Klaus uses his telepathy to see into people's minds so he can judge whether they have been naughty or nice. He then gives wrapped presents that contain bombs to the ones he deems naughty. He also makes children dress up as elves to disperse these "gifts" around Gotham.

The character hasn't made an appearance in nineteen years, which is pretty surprising. He should show up again for a cameo in a Batman holiday special or something. Come on, DC! Where's your Christmas spirit?

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