Malaclypse

Malaclypse is a fictional entity central to the Discordian religion, a parody religion that satirizes various aspects of society and religion. Malaclypse is often depicted as a chaotic, trickster figure, a foil to the more ordered and structured forces. The most prominent depiction of Malaclypse is in the Principia Discordia, the foundational text of Discordianism, co-authored by Greg Hill (also known as Mal-2) and Kerry Thornley (also known as Omar Khayyam Ravenhurst).

Within the Principia Discordia, Malaclypse is presented as a divine force embodying chaos, disorder, and the unpredictable nature of existence. This contrasts with the concept of order, often represented by the Greek goddess Eris, who is the primary deity in Discordianism. Malaclypse and Eris are often seen as opposing, yet complementary forces. His name itself is a play on "malady" and "clasp," suggesting something that binds or afflicts with disorder.

The "Malaclypse the Younger" mentioned in the Principia Discordia is a character who is presented as a prophet or messenger of Eris, tasked with spreading her gospel of chaos. His pronouncements and actions are intended to be humorous and subversive, challenging conventional wisdom and established hierarchies. The lore surrounding Malaclypse is deliberately ambiguous and often contradictory, reflecting the core Discordian principle that truth is subjective and that order is an illusion. He is a figure of satire, encouraging adherents to question authority and embrace the absurd.