Summary
Goblins are humanoid creatures that are notable for their green complexion and pointy ears. They are also quite short, but in most cases, they can be very dependent on their position on the goblin scale. There are different types of goblins within the goblin community, each differing in stature, strength, and abilities. These creatures are mostly infamous and are known for carrying out inhumane and violent activities.
In anime, goblins are usually portrayed as monsters, antagonists, or enemies. They are rarely ever seen and categorized as good people.Anime likeGoblin Slayerfocuses on the cruel acts that goblins carry out and how the adventurers, especially the Goblin Slayer, try to put an end to their activities. InThe Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, goblins were perceived as good characters, as fans saw how Rigurd became strong as a goblin, a competent leader, and most importantly, a good and present father. Regardless of the portrayal of these goblins, fans cannot ignore their exceptional strength, which poses a threat or challenge to the adventurers or protagonists in the anime they feature.
Goblin Slayer
Having a mode of transport can be quite convenient for humans, and some goblins are not missing out on the fun.TheGoblin Slayerintroduces fans to riders, a group of goblins who have successfully tamed and trained wolves to serve as their guards and, crucially, as their means of transportation to and from a village or battle.
These goblins are a shy away from the average goblin but what sets them apart is the wolves they have under their control and this advantage gives them strength and speed.The ability to tame wolvesindicates that these goblins might have a sense of resourcefulness, and if they continue to do so, they may evolve from being riders to hobgoblins or even goblin lords.
In the world ofThat Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, being named causes a character to level up, andthanks to Rimuru, Rigurd goes from being a weak and wrinkly goblin to being a hobgoblin with more strength, agility, and even height, and he eventually attains the title of Goblin King.
Being physically strong is not Rigurd’s only forte, as not only does he grow in strength, but he also grows mentally and has more wisdom and competence thatmake him a better leaderto the goblins in the goblin village.
InGoblin Slayer, there are different categories of goblins, each different in strength and size. However, bigger does not always mean stronger, especially when goblins of smaller sizes have the ability to cast magic. Goblin shamans are more than ugly creatures who go around terrifying humans, killing them, and violating women and children. They unfortunately have the brains and intelligence to lead their nest of goblins and, worse, cast magic spells that can blindside their opponents.
Not only can they cast spells, but they are also smart enough to come up with strategies and tactics to ensure that they are on the winning side and have an advantage over the adventurers who come to stop them from carrying out their evil deeds.
So I’m A Spider, So What?
Wrath was once a high school student from Japan who died and reincarnated as a goblin. He started out as a slave to humans, but things changed the moment the wrath skill awoke in him, causing his combat skills to multiply and, essentially, become stronger. This wrath skill is also what causes him to evolve and become an Oni, the highest level known to goblins in the world ofSo I’m a spider, so what?
What makes Wrath exceptionally strong, aside from the strength and endurance that come with being an Oni, is his ability to use magic and his military background and training. After breaking free from the captives of the humans, he goes ahead to become a demon army commander, allowing him to gain military experience and combat skills.
This anime introduces fans to a diverse range of goblins. The Goblin Lord has experience, and this is what makes him the king. Not only experience, but the goblin lord is also quite intelligent and can make informed decisions. Goblin Lord can also speak in the common language of the adventurers, making it easy for them to communicate with one another during battle.
Goblin Lord in theGoblin Slayerpossesses a double-sided axethat is deadly to any adventurer who is not skilled in combat. This creature is also quite selfish, as it only cares about itself, and when it launched an attack on Cow Girl’s farm, it quickly resorted to abandoning its fellow goblins, making plans on its run on how it will remultiply and strike again. This lack of camaraderie to its own kind is quite remarkable and can also be considered a strength because there is no point staying put and accepting defeat and inevitable death when running away, restrategizing, and claiming victory next time is also an option.
