Basshignur is a god.

It takes the form of an exceedingly fat, dishonourable ant.

Basshignur created the Tadpole Galaxy eight thousand years ago.

If you believe in Basshignur, it will give you lots of grapes.

If you do not believe in Basshignur, it will come to you in dreams.

Basshignur's most sacred site is Dzhanka in Bulgaria.

Basshignur's Holy Commandments

1. Never talk about fire.

2. Always look after injured swans.

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

4. Paint representations of dwarf planets on the walls of your dwelling place.

5. Do not resist chaos.