Yeemik

Yeemik is an NPC encountered in the Cragmaw Hideout, a key location in the "Lost Mine of Phandelver" Dungeons & Dragons adventure. He is a member of the Cragmaw goblin tribe and plays a unique role within the hideout.
Appearance and Demeanor: Yeemik is a goblin, smaller and less physically imposing than a human. He has the characteristic green skin, pointed ears, and sharp teeth of his kind. His features are sly and cunning, indicative of his ambitious personality. His attire is likely ragged and utilitarian, common for goblins, and he may carry simple weapons like a scimitar or a shortbow.
Role in the Hideout: Yeemik is not the leader of the goblin band; that role belongs to Klarg, the bugbear. However, Yeemik harbors aspirations to become the leader and is constantly looking for opportunities to overthrow Klarg and take control.
This ambition makes Yeemik a key figure in the dynamics of the hideout, presenting potential plot twists and opportunities for the players to exploit.
Personality: Yeemik is ambitious, cunning, and opportunistic. He understands the value of bargaining and is willing to use any situation to his advantage, including bargaining with adventurers.
He can be treacherous and is not above betraying his own kind to achieve his goals.
Interaction with the Party: When the player characters encounter Yeemik, he is holding Sildar Hallwinter captive. Yeemik uses Sildar as leverage, attempting to negotiate with the adventurers.
He might propose that the adventurers help him overthrow Klarg in exchange for Sildar's life. This situation presents a moral dilemma and a strategic decision for the players.
Combat and Tactics: In combat, Yeemik is likely to be more of a tactician than a frontline fighter. He prefers to let others do the fighting while he looks for opportunities to turn the situation to his advantage.
If the tide of battle turns against him, Yeemik is likely to attempt to flee or make a deal to save his own skin.