They are a staple of not just the fantasy genre as a whole but definitely as D&D.
It is important tomake this moment memorable.
The only thing worse than a goblin in Dungeons & Dragons is a whole ambush of them.
Via Wizards of the Coast, Lost Mines of Phandelver
Just think of the interesting conversations your party could have with the goblin leader.
As we mentioned,goblins are relatively weak, even with a shield and armor.
So, how can we beef them up a little?
You See a Pair of Goblins by Aaron Miller
Simply bygiving them some mounts.
However, lets make the encountermore terrifying and add another element to the battle.
There areseveral beasts and monsters that a goblin could ride with their small stature.
You See a Pair of Goblins by Aaron Miller
How did they tame them?
Could you find yourself on their side and helping them?
This is exactly what you could do with goblins who arerebelling against their oppressive leaders.
Via Wizards of the Coast
They would be seeking allies, so who better to stroll by than your party?
Now,a brave group of goblin rebels are rising to the challenge to bring freedom to their people.
After all, whats worse than a warlord?
Via Wizards of the Coast
Surely not some peaceful goblins trying to live off the land.
Finding most of their solace on remote and uninhabited islands where they could live without fear of repercussions.
Super-Goblins
Want to really scare the pants off of your party?
Goblin Battle by Kieran Yanner
Remind them that they are in afantasy world of magic, potions, and enchantments.
While the base goblin is, as we mentioned, very weak.
And perhaps the decisions that your party takes early will affect the story itself.
Swarming Goblins by Andrew Mar
