Goblin (creature)

Goblins are common enemies in the Final Fantasy series. In many North American localizations, they are referred to as Imps.

Beastmen
Goblins appear as one of the races of Beastmen in Final Fantasy XI. Goblins, thus, were participants in the Crystal War which was fought between the Englightened races and the Beastmen. Goblins appear on every continent of Final Fantasy XI, except for the island of Kuzontz, which is over-run with Anticans. This is as much a sign of their numbers as a testiment to Goblin culture. They are described as nomadic creatures. This also explains why Goblins can take on more diverse jobs than any other race of beastmen, eight in total; Beastmaster, Black Mage, Dark Knight, Ranger, Red Mage, Thief, Warrior, and White Mage.

Another interesting note about Goblins on Vana'diel, of all of the beastmen on the island of Quon, they are the only ones that seem to interact in a positive way with the Englightened Races. There are shops, vendors, and other NPCs in the game who are friendly to players.

Moblins
There is also another type of "Goblin" in Final Fantasy XI, known as a Moblin. The difference between a Goblin and a Moblin is all but completely in culture. Moblins are a stationary race. They have a capital near Bastok called Newton Movalpolos which is actually built below their older city, suitably named Oldton Movalpolos. The only other notable differences are Moblins are slightly tougher opponents on average, but they lack the devistating Bomb Toss weapon skill that their nomadic brethren have.

Appearances

 * Final Fantasy
 * Final Fantasy II
 * Final Fantasy III
 * Final Fantasy IV
 * Final Fantasy V
 * Final Fantasy IX
 * Final Fantasy XI