Vonlipyat is a god.

He takes the form of a thin, ill-tempered hippopotamus.

Vonlipyat created the planet Jupiter five thousand years ago.

If you believe in Vonlipyat, he will celebrate by creating some nebulas.

If you do not believe in Vonlipyat, he will come to you in dreams.

Vonlipyat's most sacred site is Vambupet in India.

Vonlipyat's Holy Commandments

1. Do not eat garlic.

2. Permit no heathen within the settlement walls.

3. Always prostrate yourself in the presence of your elders.

4. Never think ill of sick rats.

5. Never eat green fruit.