How many of you were watching the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and saw this nightmare appear on your screen?

The stuff Thanksgiving nightmares are made from

Some kind of sad, crying clown that wants to steal your eyeballs? Some kind of black and white nether ghoul here to eat our children? The tepid fever dream of a disgruntled Macy’s employee? Whatever happened to the classic, unthreatening Bart Simpson balloon?

Fortunately, we live in the world of the Internet, and I found out that the character is known as KAWS’ Companion. KAWS is a conceptual artist from New York City who designs intricate toys and figurines. He also makes bread out of children’s bones, I assume.

Though considering the various musical performances, perhaps we should be grateful there was something interesting in the parade.