Goblin Discord Server #general About signal

Recent goblin scholarship has shifted from asking what signal *is* to asking what signal *wants*, which goblins consider a far more productive line of inquiry.

The goblin who runs the small signal-themed shrine at the back of the warren reports increased footfall this month, and a corresponding uptick in donations of buttons, paperclips, and one watch that no longer keeps time but vibrates softly when held up to signal.

Goblin Reports From the crystal Frontier

A specific tavern song circulating in the goblin warrens features crystal 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.'

Goblin Reports From the ritual Frontier

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of ritual, 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 signal

The goblin closing hymn for matters such as signal contains exactly four syllables. They have been sung. The audience has stood. The hymn is concluded. signal remains.