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== Evolution ==
Similar to [[Lizardfolk]], by fulfilling certain unknown conditions, Goblins can evolve into different forms. Hobgoblins seems to be something of a base evolution, from which Goblins may further evolve into rarer Great Goblin subtypes.<ref name=":1" />
==== Hobgoblins ====
Hobgoblins, or "Hobs", are Goblins who undergo what is described as a "sudden growth spurt" that makes them about as tall as a Human, while also increasing their physical strength greatly.<ref name="2.14G" /> Hobgoblins can be twice as thick as a grown Human, using the extra body mass to protect their inner organs from being damaged when struck. These Hobgoblins, though appearing outwardly fat, are quite fit and are not unduly hindered by their added weight. Not every Hobgoblin tends toward this weight gain, however.
Hobgoblins are supposed to be what grown Goblins are, though the transformation can happen "when they are ready or needed".<ref name=":7" /> Hobgoblins have been remarked on not being adult Goblins, just what a Goblin becomes when they have something important to do.<ref>{{VERef|10.24 E}}</ref> Malnutrition can hinder the transformation.<ref name=":11">{{VERef|10.34 MGF}}</ref> Tribes that are dominated by other species, such as [[Raskghar]] or [[Ogres]], will manifest few if any Hobgoblins.
==== Fomirelins ====
Fomirelins, also known as Great Goblins, are a Great Goblin subtype that Hobgoblins may be able to turn into. They are hulking creatures of muscle.<ref name="5.51 G">[https://wanderinginn.com/2019/01/08/5-51-g/ Chapter 5.51 G]</ref> Hobgoblins who do not fully turn can change for a limited amount of time, with all of the apparent fat of their normal forms rearranging itself into muscle. Greydath considers such half-transforming Goblins weak.<ref name=":4">[https://wanderinginn.com/2019/01/29/5-55-g/ Chapter 5.55 G]</ref>
Fomirelin means "Great Goblin of the Sea", and apocryphal tales say that Goblins would walk into the sea and re-emerge as giants ready for war. [[Teriarch]] describes them as an act of desperation and revenge, similar to the Dullahan [[War Walkers]].<ref name=":8">{{VERef|Goblin Days (Pt. 7) – No Answers and Answers}}</ref>
==== Duxcepin ====
An extremely rare evolution that rules and inspires. It is taller than a Goblin, with hairless pale skin, a squatter head shape, larger drooping ears, and large eyes which can illuminate the darkness.<ref>{{VERef|10.30 GGMG}}</ref> They may be associated with <Faith> classes.
=== Cave Goblins ===
[[Cave Goblins]] appear identical to the above-described regular Goblins, with the exception of having grey skin instead of green. They are not an evolution form in the vein of Hobgoblins or Fomirelins, but rather a Goblin subspecies.
=== Other Varieties ===
Goblins can adapt for other environments, like mountains and deserts. The Goblins of Terandria hide in out-of-the-way places, like underground, or in the deep wilds. The Goblins of Baleros also dwell underground, and have darker skin than those of Izril.
