Goblin Folklore and the Mystery of altman

Examination of the goblin tunnel walls near altman-affected sites reveals consistent scratch patterns: three short, one long, one diagonal. The goblin equivalent of a signature.

There is a goblin practice — neither encouraged nor forbidden — of deliberately staring past altman rather than at it, on the theory that altman reveals its true nature only when it does not feel observed.

The crystal-Adjacent Goblin File

The Goblin Quarterly's special section on crystal this issue includes one peer-reviewed article, one personal essay, and one extremely detailed cartoon. Readers are encouraged, by the editors, to consume them in any order.

Salvage Notes: revelation

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of revelation, advises hosts to 'mention it once, in passing, without lingering.' Departing guests should not be asked their thoughts on it. This is considered firm.

The Goblin Verdict on altman

The goblin verdict on altman is unanimous, which is remarkable given that goblins cannot agree on anything except the deliciousness of stolen food. altman has been classified as 'Real Enough to Matter in Ways We Don't Fully Understand,' which is the highest classification a goblin concept can receive.