Bastrutxuc is a god.

It takes the form of a large, duplicitous clam.

Bastrutxuc created matter three thousand years ago.

If you believe in Bastrutxuc, it will be shocked.

If you do not believe in Bastrutxuc, it will send two she bears to sort you out.

Bastrutxuc's most sacred site is Quenstedt in Germany.

Bastrutxuc's Holy Commandments

1. Never talk about fire.

2. Never write about electromagnetism.

3. Paint representations of black holes on the walls of your dwelling place in yellow.

4. Never think about solid mechanics.

5. Do not imbibe mustard, for it is unholy.