A wave of "intellectualism" has gripped the upper crust of goblin society. Books over brewskis. Think tanks replacing actual tanks.
At the swankiest gatherings, elites who once boasted of conquests and shiny loot are now debating philosophy, discussing literature and, in at least three confirmed cases, reading books.
"It's a disgrace," said Elder Gnarltooth, who was overheard last week discussing the merits of existentialism with a renowned goblin philosopher. "Our ancestors didn't conquer this land by pondering the meaning of life. They did it with brute force, cunning and fermented mushroom juice. I read that in a book."
GNN's sources say the trend is spreading. Book clubs are opening in the most exclusive caves, poetry slams are replacing gladiatorial combat and hardened warriors are rumored to be practicing calligraphy in secret.
"Knowledge is power!" said Grunglebrain, founder of the Brainy Goblins Society. "By expanding our minds we can become a force to be reckoned with in the wider world."
Traditionalists fear for the goblin spirit and its core values of strength, cunning and a healthy disregard for personal hygiene. "Keep this up and we'll be wearing monocles and sipping tea with our pinkies out," warned Gnarlface, a renowned brawler.
Gnarlface was later seen at a poetry slam. He said he went to fight it.
