Henstikgam is a god.

He takes the form of a corpulent, merciless centaur.

Henstikgam created Africa five thousand years ago.

If you believe in Henstikgam, he will grant all your wishes.

If you do not believe in Henstikgam, he will hide angry, venomous snakes in your dwelling place.

Henstikgam's most sacred site is Goat's Hole Cave in England.

Henstikgam's Holy Commandments

1. Draw representations of galaxies on the walls of your dwelling place.

2. Always make a point of helping unfortunate bats.

3. Retreat if four moths approach from the east.

4. Never think about solid mechanics near goats while wearing black coats and balancing three aluminium spheres on your head.

5. Never feed grapes to tapirs while wearing shoes.