Yarpbonpang is a god.

He takes the form of a very long, witty naga.

Yarpbonpang created silver three thousand years ago.

If you believe in Yarpbonpang, he will look after you all your life.

If you do not believe in Yarpbonpang, he will curse you and those you beget for twenty six billion years.

Yarpbonpang's most sacred site is Sirama in Madagascar.

Yarpbonpang's Holy Commandments

1. Never go into mauve rooms.

2. Never write about planets.

3. Do not trade with those who eat parsnips.

4. Look mercifully on unfortunate hamsters.

5. Always take life seriously.