Flamgepstan is a god.

He takes the form of a slender, clever dragonfly.

Flamgepstan created the Virgo Supercluster eight quadrillion years ago.

If you believe in Flamgepstan, he will make you immortal.

If you do not believe in Flamgepstan, he will curse you and those you beget for all time.

Flamgepstan's most sacred site is Mogonono in Botswana.

Flamgepstan's Holy Commandments

1. Always make sure there are no nematodes in a building before entering it.

2. Learn three new languages a year.

3. Never write about asteroids.

4. Ponytails are unholy and must not be worn.

5. Never laugh near tortoises.