Ho ho ho? More like lock and load!

Forget the jolly old elf sliding down chimneys—this explosive anthology from Bayonet Books reimagines Santa Claus as a battle-hardened warrior, thrusting the holiday icon into heart-pounding conflicts across time, space, and myth.

When we think of Santa, visions of flying reindeer and midnight gifts dance in our heads. But what if Saint Nick was forged in the fires of war? In *Claus of War*, talented authors flip the script, arming Kris Kringle with weapons, ancient tech, and unbreakable resolve. From apocalyptic horrors to interstellar black-ops, these stories blend military sci-fi, dark fantasy, and holiday twists into adrenaline-fueled tales that explore the cost of belief, the weight of immortality, and hope amid chaos.

Kick off with “Operation Red Blizzard” by A. J. Wallace, where Codename: Kringle—genetically enhanced and allied with otherworldly forces—battles monstrous entities beneath Europa’s icy crust to avert an interstellar catastrophe. Dive into “Bulgasari” by Charli Cox, “Commander Nick Saint” by Tiffanie Gray, “Slay Bells” by Ruth Clara, “A Christmas Wish” by J. R. Handley & Nicholas Garber, “Candles in the Snow” by Nathan Pedde, “Bad Ash and the Reindeer” by Cedar Sanderson, “Operation HARE REMOVER” by Matthew Olaranont, “Operation Just Claus” by David Bock, “The Christmas Hunt” by Jordan Campbell, and “Operation Silent Night” by J. T. Arralle.

Edited by Bayonet Books and featuring cover art by Quiet Shadows Covers, this 318-page collection honors Santa’s roots while delivering pulse-pounding action. Whether facing cybernetic invasions or historical clashes, Santa isn’t just checking lists—he’s leading charges against unimaginable threats.

Perfect for fans of military fiction with a festive edge, *Claus of War* is the sequel to *Slay Bells Ring: Operation Klaus*. Grab your hot cocoa (or combat rations), settle in, and prepare for a Christmas like no other. Available in ebook (ISBN: 978-1-960016-38-6) and trade paperback (978-1-960016-39-3). Order now from Bayonet Books—because this holiday season, Santa’s bringing the fight!

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