Goblin
Basic Information
Anatomy
These small humanoids have large round heads, three clawed toes, and like elves, four fingers.
Genetics and Reproduction
Goblins reproduce sexually and are born in litters of, typically, 8-12.
Growth Rate & Stages
The first two years of a goblins life, however, are the most dangerous. They grow rapidly, and thus require a large amount of energy. In this first two years, if a baby goblin does not eat its body weight in food a day, it will likely die. As a result only about 75% of goblins reach age three. By age three, their growth has stabilized, and they can reduce their food intake. By eight, goblins are fully grown, and considered adults.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Originally scavengers, goblins can, and will, eat almost anything. When in the wild, this means wild berries and any dead carcasses they can find. However, as goblins have moved into cities, this also has meant just about any trash. Most people look down on them for this, however, in cities without strong waste management, goblins serve a vital role in keeping the population healthy and the city clean, even if no one would ever admit it.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Goblins have large heads, with wide mouths, filled with sharp teeth, and small beady eyes. The "whites" of their eyes are actually black and most of them have red eyes. Most have long, crooked ears which only serve to make their heads look even larger.
Civilization and Culture
History
Goblin tribes exist across almost every corner of Evelire. For much of history, goblins were little more than barbaric raiders who took what they could get, letting their carnal drive to scavenge whatever they could drive them. However, after gnomes began building technological marvels, goblins became fascinated with the tech, and began to seek a place in society. Some remain in the wilds, however, it is now more common to see goblins roaming the streets of a city, tinkering madly with whatever components they could scrounge up than it is to see them in tribal colonies in the wilds.
Despite their civilization, many still view them as rabid monsters who might be distracted with a new toy for now, but could strike at any moment. This has lead many goblins to live on the outskirts of civilization, or in goblin slums in cities.
Despite their civilization, many still view them as rabid monsters who might be distracted with a new toy for now, but could strike at any moment. This has lead many goblins to live on the outskirts of civilization, or in goblin slums in cities.
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