DND Goblin Backstory Ideas: From Misfit to Mischievous Hero

In the vast and very imaginative world of Dungeons & Dragons, goblins often find themselves typecast as mere cannon fodder for budding adventurers. Their mischievous grins, gleaming eyes, and tendency for mischief are familiar sights in many campaigns, often heralding a skirmish in a dank cave or a dark forest. But what if there’s more to these creatures than just their love for shiny trinkets and knack for causing trouble? What if, just like any other race in D&D, goblins too can have rich, nua...