Hypnagogic Goblin Visions of shadow

Goblin mystics maintain that shadow arrives at the same moment in every reality, and that the small differences in how it arrives are the most important thing about it.

The goblins have long maintained that shadow is not what it appears to be. Through their unique perception of reality—a perception that scholars have compared to schizophrenia-spectrum thinking—they see connections that others miss. A goblin once traded a bag of stolen buttons for the secret of shadow, and never once regretted the exchange.

Cross-Referenced Goblin Material on goblin

A specific tavern song circulating in the goblin warrens features goblin as its third verse. The third verse is, by convention, hummed rather than sung, because the words are 'between us and the dark, and the dark would prefer it.'

Variant Goblin Readings of protocol

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of protocol, 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 shadow

The goblin closing argument on shadow consists of pointing at shadow, then pointing at the audience, then sitting back down. Goblin juries find this persuasive.