\nGoblin Kingdom - Volume 1 Chapter 54: Riders of Paradua
Goblin Name Cheat Sheet:
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[Goblin] Gi Ga
The goblin in that estranged group that was with the protagonist when he defeated an orc. He is currently a noble class, the highest amongst the protagonist’s subordinates. He prefers to use the spear.
[Goblin] Gi Gu
The former leader of the village. He was pressured by the protagonist in his goblin noble form, and was added to his subordinates. He uses the long sword, and is relatively smart for a goblin rare. Became a goblin noble in chapter 39.
[Goblin] Gi Gi
Known as a beast warrior, a goblin with the ability to tame beasts.
He evolved while hunting spear deer with the protagonist.
He prefers to use the axe. His goblin class is rare.
[Goblin] Gi Go
A goblin with many wounds on his body. The food of his horde was stolen by the gray wolves, so he made a decision to follow the protagonist. He is the most experienced amongst the goblin rares. His weapon is a curved katana. He acts like a samurai.
Recently became a noble, and received the divine protection of the Sword God, Ra Baruza.
[Goblin] Gi Za
The druid goblin rare that recently joined them.
[Goblin] Gi Ji
A goblin rare. He evolved in chapter 37 after hunting with Gi Ga. He has the <<Meld>> skill which makes him great for scouting.
[Goblin] Gi Do
Druid. Uses wind magic.
[Goblin] Gi Jii
Goblin Rare. From Gi Gu’s Faction. He is known for his <<Wide-Open Eyes>> which allows him to see his opponent’s weakness.
[Goblin] Gi Da
Goblin Rare. From Gi Ga’s faction. Notable skills are <<Knowledge of the Spear>> and <<Unreasonably Stubborn>>.
[Goblin] Gi Zu.
Goblin Rare. The goblin favored by the Mad God (Zu Oru). Has the <<Mad Dog>> skill.
[Goblin] Gi Zo
Druid. Water magician.
[Goblin] Gi De
Beast tamer.
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“GURUuUAAaGUAAa!”
The Gaidga goblin’s fist swung at him, expecting a slaughter. But to his surprise, Gi Zu stopped it. Then with a push, he sent the Gaidga goblin flying back.
“I-Impossible!” said the Gaidga goblin out loud, unbelieving.
But while he was caught in a stupor, Gi Zu approached him, and struck him with his spear.
The spear penetrated his shoulder and into his bones, leaving the Gaidga goblin unfit for battle.
“R-Run…” said a Gaidga goblin.
A group that is managed only through fear of the commander will easily topple over once that commander is gone. And as soon as one of them starts running, the rest will come following. Like that this squad of Gaidga goblins fell apart, and they ran for their lives.\n“There’s no need to pursue!” ordered Gi Za as he stopped the goblins from pursuing. “We’ve done enough. Go check on the injured instead.”
After they drove off the Gaidga goblins, Gi Za gathered the Gaidga goblins that couldn’t run away and was still breathing in one place.
“Five are lightly injured… That’s not too bad.”
As he nodded, satisfied, he spoke to the Gaidga goblins.
“Listen well. From now on, you will all be answering to my questions. If not…”
He signaled to Gi Jii with his eyes, and Gi Jii struck one of the Gaidga goblins in the foot with the long sword in his hands.
The Gaidga goblin screamed, and the others couldn’t help but have their faces cramp at the sight of a friend’s agony.
“Are there any other hordes who will be attacking the village?”
Overcome by fear, the Gaidga goblins shook as they shook their heads.
“Are you colluding with the Paradua goblins?” asked Ra Gilmi.
The Gaidga goblins were lost for a moment, but soon after, they shook their head.
However, Gi Za was not all too pleased by Gilmi’s behavior.
“I’d prefer it if you didn’t ask unnecessary questions,” said Gi Za coldly.
“No, it was necessary,” retorted Ra Gilmi.
Gi Za clicked his tongue. But he didn’t pursue the matter any further.
As for why that’s because Gilmi tried to ask another question.
“The one to decide whether the question is necessary or not is us,” said Gi Za, annoyed as Gilmi replied with a “But…” in an attempt to argue.
As the two glared at each other, suddenly, Gi Gi’s two-headed ostrichDouble Head appeared right in between them.
“Fighting’s not allowed… right?” he said.
“Right. Fighting’s no good. The king gets along even with humans,” added the stealthy Gi Ji.
The beast warrior, Gi Gi, and the stealthy Gi Ji had come to intervene.
It was well known that these two got along well.
“We’re not fighting; we’re just having a difference in opinion… And now that I think about it, it was indeed wrong of me to interrogate alone.”
Having been indirectly told to follow the king’s example, Gi Za was at a loss for words. At the same time, he also understood that there was no reason for him to cause strife with his friends here. And since he was told that by his senior – in terms of how long they’ve been serving the king – he couldn’t say anything back.
“No, I also said too much. The one in charge is Lord Gi Za.”
Gilmi bowed his head.
Even if it was Gilmi, he was still a newcomer. So him butting in was certainly disrespectful to Gi Za.
Moreover, he was well aware that he wasn’t being himself. It was because he saw Alihaluha of Paradua. The moment he saw him, his heart raced, causing him to lose his composure.
“For the meantime, let’s take them to the king,” suggested Gi Za. To which Gilmi and Gi Gi nodded in agreement. “That’ll be best,” “Right,” they respectively said.
With everyone in agreement, Gi Za took the prisoners with them.
Gi Za appointed Gilmi to lead the way back. As they went their way, Gi Za took a good long look at the traces of war behind them.
“…It wasn’t an easy victory though,” he muttered.
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The battle by the Forest of the Twisted GiantUnknown Forest between us and the Gaidga is already ours.
The Paradua riders arriving is certainly painful, but their arrival doesn’t mean that we’ve lost.
And more than anything else…
“You sure took your time,” I said as I eyed the return of the group of goblins that had gone out.
The Ganra goblins who were with them had expressions of excitement on their faces as they took the prisoners with them.
This victory should lessen their fear of the Gaidga.
“How strict. Did the negotiations fail?” asked Gi Za mischievously as the corners of his mouth twisted.
“Apparently, they just came here to declare war,” I said.
If there was such a thing as an evil smile, then that smile that was currently plastered on our faces would be just that.
Meanwhile, while I was conversing with Gi Za, Gilmi and the others who had brought the prisoners were treated like heroes by the Ganra as the crowd showered them with cheers.
As I conversed with Gi Za, we were both relieved to know that each other was doing well.