Dud is a god.

He takes the form of a very small, almighty snail.

Dud created the Small Magellanic Cloud six trillion years ago.

If you believe in Dud, he will look favourably on your prayers.

If you do not believe in Dud, he will curse you and those you beget for fifty two trillion years.

Dud's most sacred site is Landsort in Sweden.

Dud's Holy Commandments

1. Do not fashion models of living things.

2. Never think about the strong nuclear force.

3. Fast once a month.

4. Never feed lots of corn to horses while wearing orange shoes.

5. Never look in ponds.