Hobgoblins

'The hobgoblins are a force of nature. You'd hardly believe we're related to 'em, when you compare them to us. They took a bunch of warring goblin tribes, and turned us into an army. Marched us across a good chunk of the Mortal Kingdoms. Only stopped when some adventurers killed off the the hobgoblins, and the rest of us went back to normal again. It's strange, the way they affected us like that, but something about their discipline, their strength, just made them hard to ignore.' - Mudnose, formerly of the United Goblinoid Army

Hobgoblins are a relative of the Goblins, taller and stronger than their diminutive cousins. Their society is built on a rigid, martial structure, functioning as something more akin to an army than a regular society. Their laws are harsh, and their enforcement of them much the same, which has led to a great deal of mistrust surrounding them in the civilized areas of the world. Follow their rules, however, and provide something to the clan, and you will be protected and provided for, assuming you don't mind rigid control over almost every aspect of your life. On the rare occasions that the goblinoid races unite into an army, it's almost always catalysed by hobgoblins.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

Hobgoblins are very adaptable, but typically prefer dry, flat areas.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Hobgoblins are omnivores, and typically prefer simple foods, farming both meat and vegetables.

Biological Cycle

In terms of maturity, lifespan, and reproduction, Hobgoblins are similar to humans.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Hobgoblins have large noses and pointed ears, and males will often have ornate facial hair. Their eyes are almost always yellow.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Hobgoblins typically have short, guttural-sounding names. Rather than family names, they typically have a clan name while away from their clan.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Hobgoblins typically speak Goblin, Orcish, or both.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Hobgoblin culture is built on order, respect, and hierarchies. When the Goblinoid races unite, the Hobgoblins typically act as the leaders of the united army.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

They are close to the Orcs and the other Goblinoid races, but have little goodwill with the other races.

Lifespan

Somewhat shorter than humans

Average Height

Similar to humans

Average Weight

Similar to humans

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Hobgoblins' skin comes in a number of shades of red. Their hair is usually dark, turning grey/white as they age.