Goblin

Goblins are a highly intelligent race of small humanoids with long fingers and feet that coexist with the witching world. Their diet consists of meat, roots, and fungi. Goblin converse in a language that is incredibly difficult for humans to learn, but is not impossible. They are adept metalsmiths notable for their silverwork. Due to their skills with money and finances, they control the witch economy to a large extent. Goblins are considered inferior by many witches who foolishly believe that the goblins are comfortable with being treated as lesser beings.

Appearance
Goblins are short and fair-skinned, as they spend very little time outside. They have very long fingers and feet, dome-shaped heads, and are slightly larger than house elves. Much like humans, the general appearance of goblins varies from individual to individual.

Intelligence
Goblins are extremely clever and, over the years, have dealt with witches effectively. They are still subservient in the minds of most witches, but they have established themselves as a vital part of the witch community as they control the witch economy to a large extent.

Apart from their cleverness with money and finances, goblins are also very capable metalsmiths. Their silverwork is well-known and prized. As such, they are able to tell the difference between genuine and counterfeit, especially when it comes to metal objects.

History
Throughout the history of the witching world, there have been rebellions where the goblins have fought against discrimination and prejudice. They are still considered subservient in the minds of most witches, and they are forbidden by the Ministry of Witchcraft from carrying wands, which has lead to deep-seated resentment. These rebellions were most prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Known Goblins

 * Filius Flitwick
 * Urg the Unclean

Powers
Goblin Magic: Goblins have their own type of magic and can perform magic without the use of a wand. The exact strength of this magic is unknown, although it is believed to be inferior to the magic practiced by witches with wands due to the fact that goblins feel their own magic is restricted with them not being able to carry wands.