A short time later, you’re walking outside in a peaceful, silent night.

Suddenly, you’re blinded by spotlights. The helicopter blades create a dull roar and the wind knocks you into the snow. Valencia Claus is shouting something over a loud speaker, but you can’t hear it due to the copter’s jingle bells ringing in your ears. You attempt to use your powers to escape, but you’re blasted by a laser rifle, which saps away all your Santa energy. In a fit of desperation, you dive into a deep snowbank and crawl through the snow into the woods nearby. The thick forest slows the elves down. For now.

You are now on the run from the Elves of S.H.E.L.F. wanted for crimes against the Holiday Order, also known as “HO!” Santa’s powers can only be used legally in specific ways is something you’ll have to explain to your family… if you ever see them again. (You will. It all sorts itself out eventually and you sell the movie rights to Paramount+ for a minor payday. Merry Christmas!)

THE END