Bastonthot is a god.

It takes the form of a slim, irritating snail.

Bastonthot created the Sol system three billion years ago.

If you believe in Bastonthot, it will give you the power of flight.

If you do not believe in Bastonthot, it will send twenty eight swans to peck you to death.

Bastonthot's most sacred site is Gara in Hungary.

Bastonthot's Holy Commandments

1. Draw representations of planets on the walls of your dwelling place.

2. Respect rivers and do not attempt to bridge them.

3. Never prepare bananas during summer.

4. Always make a point of helping unfortunate nematodes.

5. Never talk about ultrasonics near rats while wearing yellow shirts and balancing eight nickel spheres on your neck.