Hobgoblin

Hobgoblins of Eldaivyr are a distinct race known for their military prowess and structured society. Descendants of ancient unions between Dwarves and Goblins, these creatures have evolved into a formidable and highly organized community, far removed from their chaotic Goblin ancestors. Today, Hobgoblins are renowned as disciplined mercenaries and tacticians, often found leading armies or serving as elite guards in various militaristic capacities across the continent.
Personality: Hobgoblins exhibit a rigorous discipline that permeates every aspect of their behavior, making them starkly different from their Goblin kin. They value order, hierarchy, and efficiency above all, with a natural inclination towards strategic thinking and meticulous planning. Their intelligence is practical, focused on logistics and management, which makes them excellent administrators as well as warriors. However, this structured mindset can sometimes lead to inflexibility, struggling to adapt quickly to unexpected changes in plan or innovative tactics.
Physical Description: Hobgoblins are larger and more muscular than their Goblin relatives, standing between 5 to 6 feet tall, with a robust build that supports their martial lifestyle. They possess a reddish-brown skin tone that camouflages well with natural surroundings, sharp yellow or red eyes, and flat, broad noses. Their ears are pointed but less pronounced than those of pure Goblins. Typically, they maintain minimal hair on their head, favoring practicality and low maintenance during combat. Hobgoblins are generally considered to be an adult at the age of 15, but may not be finished physically, physiologically, and psychologically developing until around the age of 20. The average expected life span of a Hobgoblin is about 90 years.
Relations: Hobgoblins maintain a complex relationship with other races, often seen as mercenaries or a militaristic threat. They have strained relations with Elves and Humans due to past conflicts, but they respect Dwarves for their shared heritage and craftsmanship. Hobgoblins view true Goblins as unruly and undisciplined, useful only as cannon fodder or laborers within their structured military campaigns.
Alignment: Hobgoblins lean heavily towards Lawful alignments due to their structured society and value for discipline. They can range from Lawful Good, serving as honorable mercenaries, to Lawful Evil, enforcing brutal regimes with an iron fist.
Lands: Hobgoblins inhabit militaristic strongholds and fortified camps, often in strategic locations that allow them to control surrounding territories. Their settlements are highly organized, resembling military garrisons more than traditional towns, situated in mountainous or forested regions that offer natural defenses.
Religion: The predominant religion among hobgoblins centers around a martial deities or those who emphasize war, discipline, and conquest. They worship gods who are patrons of strategy and strength, reflecting their values and lifestyle. Ceremonies and religious rites are regimented, with blessings often sought before battles or during military parades.
Language: Hobgoblins speak a dialect that is a blend of the ancient Goblin tongue and the Dwarvish script, creating a unique language that is used both within their military orders and in diplomatic dealings with other races.
Names: Hobgoblin names are often harsh, reflecting their rugged lifestyle and militaristic culture. Names are given based on the qualities parents hope to see in their offspring, such as strength, resilience, or tactical acumen.

• Masculine Names: Drang, Hark, Brak, Thull, Morth, Grend, Vark, Rond, Beld, Nark
• Feminine Names: Vasha, Grima, Belda, Thura, Morka, Hurga, Zelth, Draka, Gurna, Narg
• Unisex Names: Karn, Smert, Lurtz, Hurg, Jark, Bort, Zarn, Cresh, Veld, Dorn
• Family Names: Stonefist, Ironshield, Warhammer, Steelspear, Battleforge, Grimguard, Darkmantle, Steelback, Hardrock, Thunderaxe

Adventurers: Hobgoblins become adventurers to gain honor, test their skills outside their rigid community structures, or achieve personal glory and status to bring back to their clans. In adventuring parties, they typically fill roles that benefit from their natural leadership and tactical acumen, such as Fighters, warlords, or even tactically minded Wizards or Cleric.

Lifespan

90

Average Height

5-6 ft.

Average Weight

160-220 lbs.

Related Organizations

• Kor'Garoth

Personal Characteristics

Personality Traits

• “I assess every situation for its strategic advantages before making any decisions.”
• “My discipline is iron-clad; I never show weakness or doubt in front of others.”
• “I respect strength and cunning, and I am quick to identify these qualities in others.”

Ideals

• Order: “A well-ordered society will not falter; chaos is the enemy of progress.”
• Honor: “I live by a code that prizes martial honor and battlefield prowess.”
• Discipline: “Through strict discipline, victory is assured."

Bonds

• “My unit is my family. I would die for them without hesitation.”
• “I am bound by a blood oath to avenge my commander, who fell in battle against a rival clan.”
• “I carry the banner of my ancestors, a symbol of our enduring legacy and strength.”

Flaws

• “I often dismiss those who do not display strength or martial prowess, which can blind me to their other qualities.”
• “My need for control can make me inflexible and stubborn.”
• “I hold grudges for a long time, often to my own detriment.”