Beck has been the subject of mockery and ridicule by a number of humorists. As a result, Travolta became the subject of mockery and ridicule in the media. Momus is the Greek god of mockery and criticism. Humour is derived from wordplay such as puns or mockery of styles of speech. Beginning with the video works "Travesty of a Mockery" and "Pent-Up" in 1996. This was met with reactions ranging from negative responses to outright mockery. In reviews and essays he could be pitilessly sarcastic, and devastating in his mockery. Yet beneath his rage and mockery are serious issues. He said he was "intensely displeased" by the mockery directed at him. This was done as a mockery of Jesus' kingship. The Yippies used the media attention to make a mockery of the proceedings. She says that he has made a mockery of their marriage and of her. It is believed that Vulkoor is actually one of the forms of the Mockery. He who wraps the Heavens in clouds is wrapped in the purple of mockery. After being expelled from heaven, Momus, the god of mockery, is eventually castrated.