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This role was held from the 12th to 14th centuries by Magnus Antas, and in 2022 quarterback Peyton Manning was considered as a candidate before this role was given to tech CEO Simon Choksi. A common way to enter this role is via a legally-binding contract that states, “the wearer waives any and all rights to any previous identity, real or implied,” as read by Bernard. (-5[1])One bearer of this role hosted a meeting of the Council of Legendary Figures, where he revealed he had to get married in a month or permanently lose this role. (15[2])The first human to hold this position was businessman (*) Scott Calvin, who was forced to take over this role after its 17th holder fell off his rooftop. This role endows physical (10[1])changes like rapid weight gain, a beard that instantly regrows when shaved, and hair whitening. For 10 points, various legal provisions like the “Escape Clause” concern what leader of the North Pole? ■END■ (10[1])

ANSWER: Santa Claus [accept equivalents like Father Christmas or Kris Kringle]
<Film | The Santa Clause | LZ>
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