The news the king was going to fight the insolent intruder spread through the tribe like wildfire — the goblin

The news the king was going to fight the insolent intruder spread through the tribe like wildfire — the goblins gathering around the fire began to yell and shout so loud, it was as if they wanted Lamashtu herself to hear! The king looked impressive, but Nok-Nok, our questionable-but-brave "leader", showed no sign of fear — on the contrary, he swelled up with pride, reveling in the moment!