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Disclosure: Gift a Goblin provided promotional codes for David, Charlie, and me to explore its digital gifting experience, along with a separate code for a reader giveaway. Each code provides $5 toward a goblin. We have not redeemed our codes or completed our hands-on experience yet. This is our first-look feature, and we’ll return with our honest family review after trying it ourselves.
Some mornings I sit down at my desk intending to get through my emails, work on our Christmas Gift Guides, and maybe accomplish a few things before David gets home. Then something catches my attention, and before I know it, I’ve wandered down another rabbit hole.
Well, today’s rabbit hole is filled with goblins. Yes, goblins! No, its not #Haslloween and that’s okay because these #Goblins are here to stay. These aren’t any goblins. I’m talking about little creatures with enormous ears, strange noses, funny hats, questionable hygiene, and names that make me wonder what on earth their creator was thinking.
It all started when Rob from Gift a Goblin reached out about sharing his digital gifting experience with our GreatfulMoments.com readers. One of the first things I noticed on the website was the invitation: Someone you know needs a goblin. Which for me was David and Charlie and even me. LOL
You’re supposed to pick the little weirdo who reminds you of somebody. Well, I immediately thought of David and yes, there was some Goblins who reminded me of him. Because sometimes my husband is the biggest weirdo I know. And I love him for it! Ans no, I wouldn’t change him for a million dollars. LOL!
When I first visited the website, I thought I would be choosing a funny digital character, much like picking out a greeting card. But there’s actually an entire imaginary world behind these creatures. The goblins live in a place called Underbottom, and one of the areas you can explore is Mossy Hollow.
The characters have names, personalities, and stories. There’s even a Keeper of the Hollows who looks after the official records. According to the story, every goblin hopes to find someone Up-Top. That’s us! The goblins already have names their neighbors use, but their true names can only come from the people who choose them.
Once you gift a goblin to someone, that person becomes its Keeper. I think that’s such a sweet little detail. It’s not simply about purchasing a character ie a goblin. It’s about choosing one that reminds you of somebody and making that connection part of the gift.
Now, I have to tell you about Mother Mudcrumple. She’s the Keeper of the Hollows, responsible for maintaining the Great Ledger, signing Residency Deeds, and stamping the wax seals. Apparently, she’s 400 years old. I can relate because sometimes I feel that old to. lOL
But she’s been 400 for about 60 years. That would be before the Dinosaurs roamed the face of the earth as Charlie likes to say back when I was a kid he would say. LOL She also claims she wasn’t responsible for the Great Stew Spill. According to the story, she absolutely was.
And apparently, she stamps her seals so hard that she’s left a mushroom-shaped dent in her desk. I don’t know about you, but I think Mother Mudcrumple deserves her own story and I wonder if she did cause the great Stew Spell. What do you think and why? And I would love to know how Rob dreamed her up!
One of the things I enjoyed most about visiting Gift a Goblin was discovering that there was more to explore than a simple collection of characters. There’s the village itself, different places to visit, and information about who’s who. I noticed areas such as the mushroom patch, pond, bonfire, and other gathering places. And I found myself wanting to know more about what the goblins do all day.
Do they have jobs? Do they have adventures? Do they get into trouble?And does Mother Mudcrumple have to straighten them out when they misbehave? We’re asking Rob more about the different Hollows, goblin jobs, and what happens after someone receives a character.
I also noticed references to future areas of the goblin world, which makes me curious about whether new characters and locations will continue appearing throughout the year. Something important to understand before purchasing a goblin is that they aren’t all the same price. The goblins are divided into four rarity categories.
| Goblin category | Regular price |
|---|---|
| Common | $3 |
| Uncommon | $5 |
| Rare | $10 |
| Legendary | $25 |
Some goblins are wearing crowns, and others have unusual appearances or accessories. I’m especially curious about what the crowns represent and how Rob decides which goblins are common, uncommon, rare, or legendary. We’re hoping to learn more about that before publishing our complete hands-on review.
Here’s where the trouble started. I was supposed to look at the website and choose one goblin. Just one. But then I found Snork. She’s a little blue goblin with brown shorts and a green hat, and I thought she was adorable. Then I found Moss, with a flower in her hair.
And I liked her, too! But then I spotted Scab. Yes, Scab. I know, I know. What a name! But something about her caught my attention. So now I’m trying to decide whether I want Scab, Snork, or Moss. And since I’m apparently incapable of making this decision on my own, I’m going to ask you to help me.
David is going to laugh when he sees some of these characters. I found a little fox with a mushroom, and another character that reminded me of a green alien. Oh my goodness, those ears! I could just picture David looking at them and laughing. Then I discovered names like Grizz Mudfut and Grub Ratbag. And I thought, well, those sound like David’s kind of goblins!
I haven’t decided which one would suit him best, but I think we need to find one that’s just a little bit mischievous. After all, the website says to choose the little weirdo who reminds you of somebody. And David is my favorite weirdo. Which means this site was made for him. LOL
Then there’s Charlie. Charlie Is a King, but Not the Unwashed King! like the goblin I seen. Then I spotted a goblin wearing a crown and immediately thought of him. Because Charlie is our king. But one of the characters was called Glob the Unwashed. Absolutely not! Charlie takes about a hundred baths a day. LOL
I also saw a vampire-looking goblin that I thought might be perfect for him, but I lost my place while exploring the village. So we’re still searching for Charlie’s character. Maybe he’ll want the vampire. Maybe he’ll want one wearing a crown. Or maybe he’ll find a completely different little creature that makes him laugh.
According to the information Rob shared and the website’s explanation, the process begins by visiting Gift a Goblin and exploring the available characters. Once you find one you like, you can choose to gift it to someone or keep it for yourself. I bet you Charlie and David keep there’s and if the truth is told I might as well. LOL
You can add a personal message to make the gift more meaningful. After a goblin is claimed, its Keeper receives a private link to unwrap it and access its little home. That link is described in the story as a lantern path leading to the goblin’s burrow, and it’s meant to be kept private.
The Keeper can give the goblin its true name, which becomes permanent. There’s also a digital Residency Deed and a card that can be saved or shared. And here’s something important: Every goblin is one of a kind. Once a particular goblin has been claimed, somebody else can’t claim that same one. So if you fall in love with a certain character, it might not be available forever.
That’s something I want to explore with my family before giving our final recommendation. For $3 or $5, I can see this being an affordable little digital surprise, especially for someone who loves fantasy characters, unusual collectibles, or funny personalized gifts.
The $10 and $25 goblins are a different decision. I’d want to understand what makes those characters special before spending more. And it’s important to remember that you’re not purchasing a physical toy or stuffed animal. You’re purchasing a digital character and its associated gifting experience. For some people, that’s going to be a lot of fun. For others, a physical gift might be a better fit. That’s why we’ll be coming back with our honest thoughts after trying the experience ourselves.
Now, here’s where my imagination really started working. Thanksgiving is coming, and families will be gathering around the table, cooking dinner, visiting, and waiting for the turkey to finish. Why not turn browsing the goblin village into a family activity? You could have everyone choose a goblin that reminds them of someone sitting around the table.
Then each person has to explain why. Can you imagine the laughter? Someone might choose a grumpy goblin for Grandpa, a flower-loving goblin for Grandma, or a mischievous little creature for a brother or sister. You don’t have to purchase a goblin just to enjoy looking at the characters and inventing stories.
And for families who homeschool, this could turn into a creative writing lesson. Children could imagine their own goblin, give it a name, decide what job it has in the village, and write about its adventures. I think that would be a fun way to keep children occupied while dinner is being prepared.
Now let’s talk about Christmas. Because I think this could be a fun stocking stuffer for someone who enjoys quirky digital gifts. Imagine slipping an envelope into a Christmas stocking with a note announcing that a little goblin is waiting to meet its Keeper.
You could include a personal message explaining why you chose that particular goblin. Maybe it’s because the character looks like the recipient. Maybe it has a funny name. Or maybe it simply reminds you of a special memory. I also love the idea of giving a goblin to somebody who lives far away. It’s a digital gift, so there’s no package to wrap or physical item to ship. Just make sure the recipient understands that it’s a digital experience.
And here we go down another rabbit hole! As I explored the village, I started wondering whether Rob might introduce seasonal characters. Can you imagine a goblin dressed like Santa Claus? Or a mischievous little Christmas elf? What about a Cupid goblin for Valentine’s Day? Or an Easter Bunny-inspired goblin with enormous ears? And of course, Halloween seems like the perfect time for vampire goblins and other spooky creatures.
We don’t know whether seasonal collections are planned, but it’s one of the questions we’re asking Rob. I’d also love to know whether Gift a Goblin is intended to be a year-round experience and whether Keepers will have more adventures to enjoy with their characters. If new goblins and Hollows continue appearing, that could make the village something families enjoy revisiting.
Before we redeem our codes, I want your opinion.
Should I choose Scab, Snork, or Moss?
Would David be better matched with Grizz Mudfut or Grub Ratbag?
And should Charlie choose a vampire goblin, one wearing a crown, or something completely unexpected?
Visit Gift a Goblin and take a look around. Then come back and tell me which characters you think belong in our family.
Thanks to Rob at Gift a Goblin, we’re also planning a giveaway for one lucky GreatfulMoments.com reader. Rob provided a separate one-time promotional code worth $5 toward a goblin. That means the winner could select an available common or uncommon goblin without paying anything, or use the $5 credit toward a rare or legendary character and pay the difference. The code doesn’t expire, which gives our winner flexibility.
We’ll announce the official giveaway details, entry instructions, and eligibility requirements separately. And don’t worry, we’re keeping the giveaway code safely tucked away until it’s time to award the prize!
Right now, we’re still deciding which goblins to choose. Once David, Charlie, and I have claimed our characters, we’ll return with our full family experience. We’ll share how the process worked, what we thought about our goblins, and whether we believe this is a gift worth giving.
In the meantime, I want to thank Rob at Gift a Goblin for introducing us to Mossy Hollow and giving our family the opportunity to explore this unusual little world. And Gift A Goblin if you’re reading this, I have one more question. What really happened during the Great Stew Spill? Because something tells me Mother Mudcrumple isn’t telling us the whole story! LOL
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