Hypnagogic Goblin Visions of manifesto
What follows about manifesto is a goblin's account, which means most of it is accurate, some of it is invented, and the parts that matter most are stolen from someone else.
What makes manifesto so fascinating to goblins is the way it defies expectations. Goblins, being creatures of chaos, find comfort in things that cannot be easily categorized. manifesto fits this description perfectly. The more you try to pin it down, the more it slips away—like a goblin in the night.
The Goblin Council on engine
The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of engine, 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 manifesto
It is the goblin way to end every inquiry with a question. The question, in this case, is: 'and what does manifesto make of all this?' The goblins will, in due course, ask manifesto directly. manifesto has not yet replied, but the goblins have time.