So, in an effort not to repeat the mistakes of countless Olympic cities in the past, the BBC decided to ask Brits to start to come up with mascots well before the 2012 Olympics. The results were horrifying beyond belief. And yes, these are real.
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Here's our first mascot, who was literally named "Sock." The creativity is stunning. Wait, did I say creativity? I meant complete and utter laziness. Also, how'd he win that medal?
Here's, uh, a spray paint can as a mascot. Definitely a notch above Sock in the creativity department. But probably sends the wrong message. Plus he might stab you with a rusty knife in a back alley if you're not a West Ham United supporter.
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And this mascot is what would happen if you shoved Mickey Mouse into Big Ben. Pure nightmare.
Believe it or not, there are several other abominations, including a guy who resembles the Monopoly man except with hiked shorts and something involving red-tailed squirrels. I suggest looking at each one for only a few seconds, otherwise your brain may explode.
Olympic Mascots [Deuce of Davenport]
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