Hobgoblin

Taller and stronger than their goblin kin, hobgoblins are equals in strength and size to orcs, with broad shoulders and long, powerful arms. Hobgoblins are robust and adaptable, able to trek for distances. This has caused their kind to spread all over Eliosara. Many hobgoblins are distrusting of others, feeling as though the other mortal races look down upon them. Because of this, many hobgoblins are rather hostile.

Hobgoblins structure their society after military hierarchies. Even civilian groups such as farming collectives or trading houses organize into regiments, companies, and divisions. Most hobgoblins fixate on social status, and many constantly strive to advance their social position. Hobgoblin punishments are primarily social demotions, although execution or slavery are common for serious crimes, such as arson or desertion.

The most common form of community is called a legion. Often numbering in the hundreds, though some can reach a thousand or more, a legion will seek out a place to settle. Often an old fortress or castle ruin.

Hobgoblin veterans hold a high place in their society, usually becoming leaders or advisors. Magic is rarely practiced and often derided, as most hobgoblins don’t trust it over the strength of their own sword arms. Their arts tend to have a military bent; many hobgoblins consider stirring marches and weaponsmithing the only artistic endeavors worth pursuing.

Hobgoblins stand much taller than the average human. They have long, pronounced ears, leathery skin that varies shades of red and grey, and dark hair, which is often grown. Hobgoblins are remarkably hardy; they recover from illnesses quickly and are able to exert themselves for long periods of time with little difficulty. Hobgoblins mature quickly, and most can walk, talk, and hold a weapon by the time they are 1 year old, reaching adolescence by the age of 8 to 12 and adulthood around 14. Hobgoblins typically live up to 90 years of age.