Nurhasbig is a god.

It takes the form of an exceedingly large, unsympathetic chinchilla.

Nurhasbig created the Large Magellanic Cloud two years ago.

If you believe in Nurhasbig, it will look after your home planet.

If you do not believe in Nurhasbig, it will curse you with boils.

Nurhasbig's most sacred site is Altata in Mexico.

Nurhasbig's Holy Commandments

1. Never write about planets.

2. Never eat apples.

3. Do not covet oxen.

4. Nurhasbig loves tortoises, so they must be honoured.

5. Do not dye your hair orange.