Yarplidyart is a god.

He takes the form of a thin, sage bee.

Yarplidyart created humankind eighteen thousand years ago.

If you believe in Yarplidyart, he will give you great power.

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

Yarplidyart's most sacred site is Issigeac in France.

Yarplidyart's Holy Commandments

1. Always help monkeys.

2. Erect a giant silver sculpture of Yarplidyart in the centre of the settlement.

3. Never mention hamsters.

4. Erect nine copper sculptures of Yarplidyart on top of important buildings.

5. Never talk about great tits.