Races of Arthuria/Goblins

Goblins are a minor race that exist in the lands around Arthuria. Due to them living deep underground and rarely interacting with other races, their numbers compared to humans cannot be known; however, their presence predates the Pendragon dynasty.

Description
Goblins are considerably shorter and squatter than humans, with the average goblin standing at three feet tall. They are muscular with green skin, large and pointed ears, and sharp teeth not unlike an orc's. Goblins also have hair covering their entire bodies.

Due to their separation from other races, the average lifespan of a goblin is difficult to know for certain; however, they have been known to naturally live over a hundred and fifty years.

Abilities and Weaknesses
Goblins are natural-born cave dwellers. They are very strong and hardy for their size, and while their eyesight is fairly weak, they have acute senses of smell and hearing. In addition, most goblins have a natural talent for magic.

Culture
Goblins have their own language and culture, with virtually no Arthurian influence in either; however, very little is known about it. The vast majority of them spend their entire lives underground. Much like humans, goblins are omnivores, and a typical goblin's diet consists of fungi, lichens, and cave-dwelling insects.

The few that came into contact with goblin cultures have noted that they have neither a solid hierarchy nor a concept of personal property; instead, each job is considered equally important and anything not in use is left for others to take if needed. While they do not have a currency, they still value precious metals and gemstones as decorative materials.

While the origins of goblins are unknown, a legend persists in Arthuria that the first goblins were victims of a powerful curse.