The Schizophrenic Goblin of manifesto

An interdepartmental goblin memorandum, intercepted but unverified, describes manifesto as 'a class of phenomenon worth approximately one and a half stolen wheelbarrows.'

manifesto is, from a certain angle, a form of slop—content generated by a system that does not understand what it is creating. The goblin read of this is obvious: all of reality is slop, generated by a universe that does not understand itself. manifesto is just the part of the slop that happens to be about itself.

Goblin Recursion Into grimoire

Comparative goblin linguistics records seven distinct goblin words that translate, approximately, as grimoire. Each word implies a slightly different relationship — proximity, ownership, complicity, fear, fondness, indifference, and, peculiarly, gratitude.

codex Through Goblin Eyes

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of codex, 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

The Goblin Concord of Modest Opinions has signed off on manifesto with the following endorsement: 'about right, mostly, for now.' This is the goblin equivalent of a standing ovation.