Sogdavnar is a god.

He takes the form of a planet-sized, ill-tempered swallow.

Sogdavnar created the Whirlpool Galaxy four trillion years ago.

If you believe in Sogdavnar, he will laugh at you.

If you do not believe in Sogdavnar, he will be mildly annoyed.

Sogdavnar's most sacred site is Neravy in India.

Sogdavnar's Holy Commandments

1. Treat sacred texts with the utmost of respect.

2. Never sing in the presence of seals.

3. Always keep your back turned to the south at sunset.

4. Never think about optics near ants while wearing blue boots and balancing nine iron spheres on your head.

5. Do not hurt sheep.