APOLLO SMINTHEUS

Height: 8', 0"
Color: Gray
Age: 3,000 years old
Nationality: Originally Greek, now a naturalized citizen of the United States
Hometown: The Troposphere
Occupation: Mouse god, or helping people who help mice
Weapon of Choice: Bow & arrow
Author of: A Guide to the Troposphere

Apollo Smintheus, denizen of the Troposphere, appears to Ariel as a giant mouse dressed in a red robe and carrying a bow and arrows. If you were to enter the Troposphere, he might appear very differently. You will see him as you want to see him.

Apollo Smintheus is an endangered creature. He is currently kept alive by six boys in Illinois who make up the Cult of Apollo Smintheus. By praying to this mouse god, these boys give Apollo Smintheus his power.

Next time you catch a mouse, set the mouse free and Apollo Smintheus will look out for you, too. Better yet, remove all your mousetraps and set out a piece of cheese just to be nice. Mice have feelings, too.

For your good deed, you may find a calling card from Apollo Smintheus where you least expect it. Use the calling card wisely; it will not last forever. Apollo Smintheus can help you navigate the Troposphere, save you from dangerous tropospheric entities, or provide a cup of coffee by a warm fire when you’re feeling scared and lonely and lost after a long journey.