Goblins are small, numerous, evil beings that are featured in nearly every campaign. They are the most common monster along with Orcs and Ogres. Goblins have pointy teeth and ears, their skin ranges from yellow to orange to red. While their eyes are either yellow or red. High numbers are the source of the Goblin's false bravado; false because a Goblin usually flees if it is even slightly outnumbered. Their chief is the secondary source of bravery to the tribe/army, if slain the Goblins quickly lose their will to fight; especially if the leader is not a Goblin. The social system of Goblins is one where fighting the higher ranked Goblin above you and winning moves you up the ladder. A Goblin chief is most often a stronger and a more intelligent individual, thus he is feared and or respected by the rest. Goblins can commonly be found serving Hobgoblins, Orcs, Drow and most other Underdark races as slaves. Hobgoblins and Orcs though will usually use them in war parties/armies as they make effective troops when in large numbers and especially if mounted on wolves or worgs. Goblins are more at home in subterranean locations, so sunlight/light spells are painful for them, as are Dwarves, Gnomes and other races that despise Goblins.
Physical:
Height: 3'0" - 4'2"
Weight: 30 lbs - 50 lbs
Skin: yellow - orange - red Eyes: yellow - red
Lifespan: ~50 years
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Small Humanoid (Goblin)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
-2 Strength Penalty
+2 Dexterity Bonus
-2 Intelligence Penalty
-2 Charisma Penalty
Racial Features:
Natural AC: 11 (+1 size)
Speed: 30'
Spell Resistance: nil
Hit Dice: By character class.
Starting Level: By character class.
Advancement: By character class.
- Darkvision 60'.
- +4 bonus Move Silently.
- +4 to Hide, +1 to AC and +1 base attack due to being small.
- When riding Worgs; +6 to Ride checks and receive mounted combat feat.
- Move Silently is always a class skill.
Initial Languages: Goblin and Common (if Int = 12)
Alignment: Usually Neutral Evil
Favored Class: Rogue
Hobgoblin, go to Gamers.com to see the D&D3e Hobgoblin in their MM report.
Not suffering from the same ill effects as Goblins (lack of will, strength and intelligence), Hobgoblins are intelligent and make excellent fighters. Due to being more intelligent they make a more effective fighting force and do not flee from battle. Physically Hobgoblins are larger and stronger than their Goblins cousins; just as strong as Humans and Dwarves. They do share two things in common with Goblins those being, able to move silently and agile; no Hobgoblin would admit such a similarity. The have hides colored anywhere from dark gray to red browns. Their faces though are dark red to red orange, and the larger males have blue or red noses. Hobgoblins keep good care of their armour and weaponry. Their armies are just as well kept and organized, they bear standards and have regimented forces. It is not odd to see a Hobgoblin leading Orcs or Goblins into battle or Hobgoblins working under Orcs or Gnolls. Hobgoblins are known for their battle prowness and could benefit any army. Elves are a blood enemy of Hobgoblins and Hobgoblins will not think twice about killing an Elf on sight.
Physical:
Height: 5'5" - 6'6"
Weight: 150 lbs - 240 lbs
Skin: dark gray - red brown Face: dark red - red orange
Large males: blue/red nose
Lifespan: ~80 years
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Medium Sized Humanoid (Goblinoid)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
+2 Dexterity Bonus
+2 Constitution Bonus
Racial Features:
Natural AC: 10
Speed: 30'
Spell Resistance: nil
Hit Dice: By character class.
Starting Level: By character class.
Advancement: By character class.
- Darkvision 60'.
- +4 to Move Silently.
- Move Silently is always a class skill.
- Goblin blood.
Initial Languages: Goblin and Common
Alignment: Usually Lawful Evil
Favored Class: Fighter
Orc, go to Gamers.com to see the D&D3e Orc in their MM report.
Another common enemy for a group of regular PC's out for a stroll. Orcs are numerous like Goblins but far more vicious fighters. Orcs are driven to expand their territory through any means necessary. For the most part Orcs are greedy barbaric conquerors but some choose other less savage paths. Orc war parties are very common and rarely remain idle for long. They have been known to resort to fighting eachother intimes of boredom. They battle Humans, Dwarves, Elves even Goblins and other Orcish tribes for territory and treasure. In comparison to Hobgoblins, their armies are not as regimented and tend to be heavy assaults with little strategy. Their green skinned appearance, large teeth and berserking nature make them a wicked sight. Orcs have a snout instead of a nose along with a stooped posture and forehead. Their eyes have a reddish tinge giving them a bloodthirsty look. Orcs are known to have cross bred with other species producing Orogs, Ogrillions and Half Orcs. Half-Orcs can be found living in Human cities or with Orc tribes, depending on which parent they were brought up with. Slavery is part of Orcish lifestyle either taking slaves or being slaves.
Physical:
Height: 5'4" - 6'6"
Weight: 150 lbs - 290 lbs
Skin: green Eyes: any with reddish tinge
Lifespan: ~50 years
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Medium Sized Humanoid (Orc)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
+4 Strength Bonus
-2 Intelligence Penalty
-2 Wisdom Penalty
-2 Charisma
Racial Features:
Natural AC: 10
Speed: 20'
Spell Resistance: nil
Hit Dice: By character class.
Starting Level: By character class.
Advancement: By character class.
- Darkvision 60'.
- Light Sensitivity [ex]: -1 to attack rolls in daylight or light spells.
Initial Languages: Orc
Alignment: Usually Chaotic Evil
Favored Class: Barbarian
Bugbear, go to Gamers.com to see the D&D3e Bugbear in their MM report. Some concept art.
A giant ugly hairy race with only treasure and "eating tomorrow" on their minds, Bugbears are lesser known goblinoids. Smarter than Goblins but just as evil and corrupt they can be found among some Goblin/Hobgoblin/Orc armies serving as heavy infantry. They are not known to excel at much else other than eating and killing, despite their average intelligence. Bugbears have long teeth and triangular wedged shaped ears. The nose of the Bugbear is it's namesake along with a drunk dwarf. Tactical skills are not on the mind of the usual Bugbear. The ambush has been set in stone as the preferred means of attack. A side note, some Bugbears have been known to eat disobedient Goblins now and then...
Physical:
Height: 6'4" - 7'2"
Weight: 200 lbs - 280 lbs
Skin: brown - red Eyes: green white with red pupils
Lifespan: unknown
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Medium Sized Humanoid (Goblinoid)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
+4 Strength Bonus
+2 Dexterity Bonus
+2 Constitution Bonus
-2 Charisma Penalty
Racial Features:
Natural AC: 13 (+3 natural)
Speed: 30'
Spell Resistance: nil
Save Bonuses: Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +1
Hit Dice: 3d8 + Con modifier x 3, then by class.
Starting Level: Begin at character level 3 then add class .
Advancement: By character class.
- Base Attack +2.
- Darkvision 60'.
- +2 Climb, +2 Move Silently, +2 Hide, +1 Listen and +1 Spot.
- Alertness.
Initial Languages: Goblin and Common
Alignment: Usually Chaotic Evil
Favored Class: Rogue
Gnoll, go to Gamers.com to see the D&D3e Gnoll in their MM report.
Hyena-like and large sums up a Gnoll nicely. While humanoid in form their features are all hyena. Gnolls are bipedal and have greenish gray skin with spotted brown fur and a darker muzzle. They also have a thick mane on their necks which is red gray to dull yellow. Like Goblins their use high numbers in an attempt to overwhelm an enemy. They are not fond of work and prefer to search for loot. Gnolls are ruled by the strongest, who use fear as control over the rest. Working with Ogres, Trolls, Hobgoblins, Bugbears and Orcs is common for Gnolls while they dislike Goblins, Kobolds, Humans and Giants. Gnolls look for physical strength and skill in an ally not intelligence. Referred to as a "Goblinoid" race in the Dark Elf Trilogy.
Physical:
Height: 6'4" - 7'5'
Weight: 180 lbs - 250 lbs
Fur: greenish gray with spots Eyes: green
Lifespan: ~35 years
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Medium Sized Humanoid (Gnoll)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
+4 Strength Bonus
+2 Constitution Bonus
-2 Intelligence Penalty
-2 Charisma Penalty
Racial Features:
Speed: 30'
Natural AC: 11 (+1 natural)
Spell Resistance: nil
Save Bonuses: Fort +3 Ref +0 Will +0
Hit Dice: 2d8 + Con modifier x 2, then by class.
Starting Level: Begin at character level 3 then add class.
Advancement: By character class.
- Base Attack +1.
- Darkvision 60'.
- +3 Listen and +3 Spot.
- Listen is always a class skill.
- Power attack.
Initial Languages: Gnoll and Common
Alignment: Usually Chaotic Evil
Favored Class: Ranger
Flinds are like Gnolls but shorter and more husky, they have reddish brown fur and rounded ears in comparison to to Gnolls. In Gnoll society they are highly regarded due to their strength and intelligence. Flinds use "flindbar" in combat almost always.
Physical:
Height: 5'10" - 6'10"
Weight: 200 lbs - 260 lbs
Fur: reddish brown Eyes: green
Lifespan: ~55 years
Face and Reach: 5' x 5' / 5'
Medium Sized Humanoid (Gnoll)
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Ability Stat Modifiers:
+6 Strength Bonus
+2 Constitution Bonus
-2 Intelligence
Racial Features:
Speed: 30'
Natural AC: 12 (+2 natural)
Spell Resistance: nil
Save Bonuses: Fort +4 Ref +0 Will +0
Hit Dice: 4d8 + Con modifier x 4.
Starting Level: Begin at character level 4 then by class.
Advancement: By character class.
- Base Attack +3.
- Darkvision 60'.
- +3 Listen and +3 Spot.
- Listen is always a class skill.
- Power attack.
Initial Languages: Gnoll and Common
Alignment: Usually Chaotic Evil
Favored Class: Fighter
See Weapons section for Flindbar.
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