Dod is a god.

It takes the form of a very long, ill-tempered hippopotamus.

Dod created the Andromeda Galaxy four thousand years ago.

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

If you do not believe in Dod, it will attempt to scare you with strong winds.

Dod's most sacred site is Qantir in Egypt.

Dod's Holy Commandments

1. Learn three new languages a year.

2. Do not cook food in pots.

3. Never talk about electromagnetism near tapirs while wearing magenta hats.

4. Never jump in the presence of manatees.

5. Never talk about dark matter near tortoises while wearing purple rings and balancing four platinum spheres on your face.