According to Scandinavian legend, the tomten is the "protector of the farm" through many generations. His only demand is a bowl of rice porridge every Christmas Eve. Given this simple meal, he will faithfully take care of the farm animals as well as the farmer and his family. Ah, but if the farmer happens to forget the tomten's Christmas porridge, there will be trouble. Insead of protecting the farm family, the tomten will play tricks on them. Alan Furst has created six amusing designs featuring the elusive tomten, with the legend printed on the back of each card. This Christmas card pack contains 12 cards (2 each of 6 designs), and 12 envelopes. Greetings vary.