Tarstertik is a god.

She takes the form of a rotund, overgenerous finch.

Tarstertik created the Milkyway six trillion years ago.

If you believe in Tarstertik, she will celebrate by creating some universes.

If you do not believe in Tarstertik, she will say rude things about you at parties.

Tarstertik's most sacred site is Mogonono in Botswana.

Tarstertik's Holy Commandments

1. Never talk about eukaryotes.

2. You must love Tarstertik.

3. Never think about electromagnetism near capybaras while wearing fawn coats and balancing seven aluminium spheres on your back.

4. Look mercifully on unfortunate eagles.

5. Paint representations of moons on the walls of your dwelling place.