Tippog is a god.

He takes the form of a planet-sized, clever slug.

Tippog created humankind eight thousand years ago.

If you believe in Tippog, he will give you lots of grapes.

If you do not believe in Tippog, he will denounce you as a heretic.

Tippog's most sacred site is Finnmark in Norway.

Tippog's Holy Commandments

1. Never write about horizontal gene transfer.

2. Porpoises are not to be trusted.

3. Paint representations of dwarf planets on the walls of your dwelling place.

4. Never think about asteroids.

5. Never pour water over plants.