Bastrangen is a god.

It takes the form of a corpulent, moody lion.

Bastrangen created the Black Eye Galaxy three hundred thousand years ago.

If you believe in Bastrangen, it will ignore you forever.

If you do not believe in Bastrangen, it will destroy your favourite planet.

Bastrangen's most sacred site is Didy in Madagascar.

Bastrangen's Holy Commandments

1. Never write about fluid mechanics.

2. Always face the west before speaking sacred words.

3. Do not resist fate.

4. Walk at least three thousand metres per day.

5. Do not shelter from rain as it is holy.