In this enchanting illustration, an elderly goblin is engrossed in ancient tomes at a rustic, makeshift desk nestled within a dense, autumnal forest. Twisted tree trunks and creeping vines form a natural arch above him, adorned with skulls and other macabre trinkets that hint at the darker side of nature. The goblin, with his pointy ears and spectacles perched on his nose, seems deeply absorbed in his arcane studies, his gnarled fingers tracing mysterious symbols in a weathered book.
Surrounding him are the quintessential elements of the Goblincore aesthetic: vibrant red mushrooms with white spots sprout from the forest floor, and various “shinies” – keys, magnifying glasses, and other small curiosities – are scattered across his desk. A small fire crackles beneath the desk, adding a warm, eerie glow to the scene, and casting shadows that dance with the flickering flames.
Two smaller goblins lurk nearby, one perched on a stump, the other crouched on the ground, both seemingly fascinated by the elder’s work. The entire scene is a harmonious blend of the grotesque and the whimsical, inviting viewers to revel in the eerie beauty of the goblin’s world.