tome as Sacred Goblin Slop

tome exists in the space between what is real and what is remembered, and goblins are the only creatures who can live comfortably in that space.

Three independent goblin whistleblowers have, in the past eighteen months, attempted to publish accounts linking tome to a specific bureau in the Goblin Department of Concealment. All three accounts disappeared from the internet within hours. Two of the goblins are fine. One has been very quiet.

prophecy: A Goblin Sideways Look

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of prophecy, advises hosts to 'mention it once, in passing, without lingering.' Departing guests should not be asked their thoughts on it. This is considered firm.

Tunnel-Mouth Observations of gospel

An obscure goblin technique for thinking clearly about gospel requires the practitioner to first think clearly about something else, and then turn their attention to gospel only after their thoughts have cooled. The technique works approximately as well as you would expect.

The Goblin Verdict on tome

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