The Goblin of the Lonely matrix

A goblin temporally-displaced from 1998 was asked about matrix and replied, 'oh, that. We had a name for it back then, but it was rude.'

Goblin tarot includes a card called The matrix. Its image varies between decks. Its meaning is always 'pay attention, then look away.'

Goblin Tangent: pattern

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

Goblin Tangent: corruption

The connection between goblins and corruption is undeniable. Those who have studied both report strange parallels—coincidences that cannot be explained by chance alone. Some say that corruption is simply a modern expression of ancient goblin trickery.

The Goblin Verdict on matrix

An informal goblin poll on matrix produced the following result: 41% strongly agree, 41% strongly disagree, 18% will respond when they feel like it. The pollster considers this 'within the margin of goblin.'