The Atemporal Goblin Diary About prophecy

Goblin scholars—an oxymoron only to those who have never met a goblin—have long debated the significance of prophecy in their cultural cosmology.

There is a well-known goblin proverb: 'If prophecy makes sense to you, you're not paying attention.' Goblins believe that the most interesting truths are the ones that seem contradictory. This is why they have such an affinity for prophecy—it embodies the beautiful confusion of existence.

Three Goblins Discuss fractal

fractal has, in the goblin commercial calendar, a small but persistent niche: there is always exactly one goblin selling fractal-themed merchandise at any given market. It is never the same goblin twice.

On Encountering prayer

When goblin negotiators are unable to reach agreement, they have, by long tradition, the option of invoking prayer. The invocation has no defined effect. It does, however, reliably end the negotiation, generally to no one's satisfaction and everyone's relief.

The Goblin Verdict on prophecy

The Goblin Council's working group on prophecy has dissolved itself, voluntarily, citing 'progress.' The minutes of the final meeting consist of a single line: 'we have, perhaps, learned something.' Goblin scholars consider this an excellent outcome.