Goblin Beast

Goblin beasts are confined for the most part to Tepest.

Alone among the intelligent races, goblins have achieved a degree of control over goblin beasts.

Lore

Goblin Beast Lore

Ravenloft Gazetteer V

[Mangrum, http://www.fraternityofshadows.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3754&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60]

Characters with ranks in Knowledge (arcana) can learn more about goblin beasts. Characters may need to make separate Knowledge checks to learn about the base creature. When a character makes a successful skill check, the following lore is revealed, including the information from lower DCs.

DC Result 14 This creature was been permanently warped by unnatural forces, transforming it into a goblin beast. This result reveals all magical beast traits.

19 Goblin beasts are to the beasts of the wild as calibans are to human kind. Their birth heralds the presence of supernatural evil, such as a witch. Goblyn beasts are stronger, smarter, and decidedly more malevolent than their natural kin. Fortunately, they are visibly warped as well.

24 Goblins have an unnatural affinity for goblin beasts, often using them as mounts or guardians. These fell creatures are often found together.