The North Pole - Foreword: An Introduction

 No one ever really knows or at most certain how Santa Claus came to exist in the minds of people during Christmas festivities as part of the tradition of gift-giving. The secular world may provide an explanation for it, and the religious might end up with the consideration of the life and death of St Nicholas, but these things are not included in this story. This is considered speculative fiction, and it is very important to make that clear before going any further with this brave narrative.

Santa Claus (also known with his pseudonym as Father Christmas in the British Isles and the Commonwealth) lives in the North Pole and it is within our cognizance that he is checking children's demeanor before gifts are considered, on account of whether they have been naughty or nice. A lot of tales were told regarding these assumptions, and some even made it into the lyrics of our well-beloved songs. This story will not dispute most of those claims, simply because these things are a product of the imagination, inspired by the many lives of generosity, and just like that spirit, this story strives to be a well-imagined tale with a gallant purpose.

Be that as it may, Santa Claus was never alone in his matter of business. He have his most loyal elves and reindeers, after all, and they form a well-organized civilization located at the Nortb Pole. This particular society is hidden from the world, and is cleverly concealed by inspection of a map within Canada (O Canada, indeed). Some people might think that this place is free of worries, a utopia of fantasy, if you must, but they are gravely mistaken. Within the walls of this secret village lies a great threat that might find it's way into the world, and this is what the villains of this fictional tale was trying to accomplish.

These villains are poisonous in words and in deeds, and an epitome of evil itself. Although the theme of this tale might sound childish and meek at first glance, this story is not for the fainthearted. This is a world where good and evil will become a struggle, and it is not a dwelling place for cowards. It may find itself in the form of a picture book when published, but don't be fooled with the packaging and be prepared to wonder on what lies inside.

Don't judge the book by its cover. That is a wise proverb indeed.

Be ready to turn the page.

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The Foreword is sponsored by Louis Vuitton Bow Tie.