Cloyne

  The legend of the Clöyne. The Clöyne was an ancient demon residing in mountain caves in the Nordic regions of Europe. The legend stated that it was the origin for the look of the Clown itself-with its bloody red nose blistered from the cold, its pale snow-like completion with no sunlight, a horn on its head resembling a funny party hat, and large feet that inspired the size and shape for clown boots. It would lure children into its cave with funny tricks, laughter, anything to gain a child's trust-only to devour them on the spot. Somehow the Clöyne was caught and most likely decapitated - as it is revealed that the head, hands, and feet dissolve once its head is off, leaving only its hair, skin, and nose. Herbert's trunk used for holding the Clöyne costume. After the true story of the Clöyne was forgotten the faint memories of it would inspire the tradition of the clown, while its remaining body parts were made into a costume; its red nose and snow-white skin ...