Gafflings

Gafflings are half breeds, between Goblins and Halflings.

The first record of their appearance was in Gloomfang Hollow, the notorious Halfling thief, Rynvek "Shadowspell" Solnar having sired the first.

Size: Small, standing between 3 and 4 feet tall, leaning toward halfling height but possibly with a more wiry or scrappy build, like goblins.
Skin Tone: A range of colors from earthy greens and browns (inherited from goblins) to lighter halfling skin tones. Some individuals might have mottled or patchy skin.
Facial Features: A blend of goblin sharpness and halfling roundness. Ears may be slightly pointed but less exaggerated than goblins', and noses could be large and bulbous or small and upturned.
Hair: Thin or scraggly hair resembling goblins, but in halfling colors like sandy blond, brown, or auburn. Some might even have sparse hair or tufts in unexpected places.
Eyes: Large and expressive like goblins, with vibrant hues such as amber, green, or yellow. Halfling gentleness might soften their gaze.

Some baby Gafflings

Mischievous but Charming: They might inherit a goblin's cunning and mischief but tempered by a halfling's natural charisma and sense of community.
Survivors at Heart: A hybrid would likely be resourceful, combining the goblin knack for survival in harsh environments with a halfling's resilience and adaptability.
Sociable Loners: They could enjoy company like halflings but maintain a streak of independence from their goblin heritage.

Dexterity and Agility: High dexterity from both parents makes them nimble climbers, runners, and dodgers.
Stealthy: Like goblins, they would excel in sneaky situations, but with halfling luck and charm, they might wiggle their way out of tight spots.
Keen Senses: Possibly inheriting a goblin's acute senses and a halfling's awareness, making them excellent scouts or rogues.
Innate Luck: A toned-down version of the halfling's "Lucky" trait, representing a knack for narrowly avoiding danger.
Cunning and Crafty: A blend of goblin ingenuity and halfling cleverness, making them skilled tinkerers, scavengers, or inventors.

Some adult Gafflings

Outcast by Both Parents: They might not fit in with either goblin tribes or halfling communities, leading to a nomadic or mercenary lifestyle.
Unique Communities: Over time, goblin-halfling hybrids could form their own tight-knit bands, blending goblin adaptability with halfling love of comfort and kinship.
Alignment: Likely chaotic-neutral, but individuals could sway good or evil depending on upbringing and experiences.

A hybrid race would likely have names reflecting both cultural influences:

Ability Score Increase: +2 Dexterity, +1 Charisma or Constitution
Size: Small
Speed: 30 feet
Darkvision: 60 feet
Lucky: Reroll a 1 on an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw once per long rest.
Cunning Escape: Advantage on saving throws against being grappled or restrained.
Stealthy Nature: Proficiency in Stealth.

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