Vadyakfod is a god.

It takes the form of a very large, all-knowing duck.

Vadyakfod created vertebrates four million years ago.

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

If you do not believe in Vadyakfod, it will send minions to preach to you.

Vadyakfod's most sacred site is Quenstedt in Germany.

Vadyakfod's Holy Commandments

1. Cucumbers are unclean and must never pass your lips.

2. Respect rivers and do not attempt to bridge them.

3. Never think about the inheritance of acquired characteristics.

4. Never write about evolution by means of natural selection.

5. Potatoes are unclean and must never pass your lips.