100 Bizarre Tools Uncovered at a Goblin Workshop

Nestled in the forgotten corners of the world, where curiosity trumps caution, goblin workshops are vibrant hubs of chaotic creativity. These peculiar places, often hidden away in shadowy alcoves or nestled beneath tangled roots, are a tangled mess of cogs, springs, and unidentifiable yet utterly fascinating contraptions. The goblins themselves are driven by a constant stream of whimsical inspiration, resulting in tools that range from surprisingly ingenious to utterly nonsensical, each crafted with a sprightly disregard for safety or predictability.

In these workshops, the air practically hums with mischief. You’ll find a veritable wonderland of devices, each more fantastically peculiar than the last. Goblins view the world through a lens of playfulness, and their creations reflect this unique perspective. The tools they forge can alter a simple adventure into a tapestry of surprises, where the expected is cast aside in favor of the delightfully strange. These gizmos present opportunities for players to indulge in playful unpredictability, adding a dose of mayhem that can turn even routine tasks on their heads.

Imagine stumbling into a goblin hideout, inadvertently unleashing a torrent of gadgets that defy logic yet spark infectious laughter. For adventurers seeking a quest with a twist, acquiring goblin-made tools promises a journey filled with unexpected turns and unlikely solutions. These creations are the heartbeat of a world where ingenuity knows no bounds, and every contraption is a testament to goblins’ boundless zest for invention.

For Game Masters and players alike, the allure of these bizarre tools lies in their power to transform storytelling. They serve as catalysts for creativity, with each item offering a new wrinkle in the fabric of an adventure. Whether providing comic relief, an unexpected solution to a dire problem, or simply the joy of the unanticipated, goblin tools are the perfect ingredients for a game replete with spontaneous excitement.

How to Integrate Bizarre Tools into Your Game

Incorporating these bizarre tools into your game can transform a conventional campaign into a kaleidoscope of creativity. Game Masters can utilize themed d20 tables to introduce tools based on specific settings—urban, wilderness, or dungeon—or roll on the full d100 for an unpredictably goblin experience, letting chance dictate the eccentricities players encounter.

These goblin-made inventions can infuse a session with humor, providing comic relief with their often ludicrous functions. Beyond laughs, they also serve as a source of unexpected support during sticky situations, or as a wellspring for inventive problem-solving that encourages players to think outside the box, fostering memorable gameplay experiences.

Imagine a tense moment softened by a goblin contraption’s unexpected effect or a seemingly insurmountable obstacle overcome with the aid of a quirky invention. The versatility of these tools adds layers to storytelling, inviting players to engage in the narrative as active participants in their unfolding tale, much like the goblins themselves—ever ready to embrace the chaos.

d20 Ingenious Urban Tools (1 – 20)

In the heart of the city, where the hustle and bustle demand resourcefulness, goblins thrive in creating tools that integrate their mischievous art into urban life. These contraptions, while unorthodox, provide solutions that make daily life in the city a delightful dance of surprise and serendipity.

d20	Tool Description	d100
1	Pocket-sized Street Sweeper: A miniature broom that cleans a path in a bustling market with a mind of its own, though it may chase after small debris.	1
2	Whispering Rooftop Shingle: Offers silent footfalls on any roof, but might occasionally hum a tune.	2
3	Gremlin Gutter Guide: Redirects rainwater away from wherever one stands, sometimes splashing unsuspecting passersby.	3
4	Chaotic Cobblestone: A stone that transforms into a temporary bridge over small gaps or ditches, but occasionally chooses odd angles.	4
5	Market Muddle Magnet: Pulls small metal objects from within a 10-foot radius—useful in crowds, perplexing in shops.	5
6	Unpredictable Pigeon Perch: Temporarily attracts pigeons to any ledge, causing a brief but amusing traffic in birds.	6
7	Lamp-Lighter’s Lens: Instantly ignites lanterns, but occasionally dims nearby ones briefly.	7
8	Scribble Scrubber: Erases unwanted graffiti on walls but leaves a patch of vivid color behind.	8
9	Echoing Alley Apparatus: Amplifies sounds in narrow alleys, creating impromptu concerts with the right footsteps.	9
10	Handlebar Hideaway: A small latch that creates a temporary handhold in crowded areas, perfect for quick escapes.	10
11	Mirthful Manhole Manipulator: Opens sewer grates with ease, but always with a loud, echoing slurp.	11
12	Street Performer’s Sitar: Plays an enchanting tune at the twist of a knob, drawing a crowd with its ethereal notes.	12
13	Vendor’s Vending Vine: Grows a small, edible fruit at the press of a button, sweet yet slightly tangy.	13
14	Tinker’s Trolley: A hand-sized cart that can carry up to 100 pounds, though it sometimes veers unexpectedly.	14
15	Restless Scroll Roll: Unrolls itself and presents its message when no one is watching.	15
16	Mimed Mob Maker: Generates illusory crowds, perfect for blending in or creating distractions.	16
17	Lively Lamp Lifter: Hoists any light source five feet into the air, providing better visibility, albeit briefly.	17
18	Butcher’s Balancing Beam: A beam that remains level on uneven surfaces, ideal for makeshift walkways.	18
19	Silencer’s Satchel: Dampens the sound of clattering objects within, but only when closed with a specific knot.	19
20	Doodle Dispenser: Produces random, whimsical drawings that vanish after 24 hours, leaving a trace of magic on parchment.	20

Urban tools provide a whimsical layer to city-life quests, introducing levity and unexpected twists to interactions. Players might utilize these tools for comedy or clever stratagems, creating opportunities for unanticipated alliances or amusing misunderstandings in the bustling cityscape.

d20 Wilderness Contraptions (21 – 40)

Amidst nature’s unpredictability, goblins turn their inventive energies to the wilderness, crafting tools that merge survival needs with their signature quirkiness. These contraptions reveal goblins’ ability to thrive in the untamed wilds, offering a unique blend of practicality and whimsy.

d20	Tool Description	d100
1	Burrowing Beetle Compass: An actual beetle that points north when held, though it occasionally gets distracted by nearby snacks.	21
2	Leafy Leggings: Pants that camouflage the wearer into their surroundings temporarily, with patterns that occasionally mismatch.	22
3	Singing Stream Strainer: Filters water while humming softly, but sometimes sings off-key.	23
4	Fluttering Firestarter: A butterfly-shaped device that ignites dry foliage with a flutter of its wings.	24
5	Mushroom Mirage Module: Projects an image of the surrounding area as a mushroom garden, albeit slightly distorted.	25
6	Harrowing Hedgehopper: Allows one to leap great distances between bushes, perfect for quick escapes.	26
7	Squirrel’s Secret Satchel: A pouch that temporarily stores any small woodland creature, befriending them in the process.	27
8	Branch Bending Bands: Straps that make branches pliable for easy passage, though they occasionally snap back when least expected.	28
9	Briar Bracer: Protects against thorny plants, with a prickly exterior that deters unwanted contact.	29
10	Cloud-Catcher Canopy: A tarp that gathers rainwater from mist, coalescing into drinkable droplets.	30
11	Mossy Mat: Provides a soft, albeit slightly damp, resting place in the woods, always with a fresh earthy scent.	31
12	Shapeshifter’s Shovel: Digs through earth quietly, morphing into a rake or pickaxe as needed.	32
13	Echo-Eric Panpipe: Mimics animal calls, though sometimes tangles in its own notes.	33
14	Pebble Pouch: Holds infinite pebbles until emptied all at once, each one perfect for skipping on water.	34
15	Thorny Thimble: Offers prick-protection when foraging, ensuring a smooth gathering experience.	35
16	Everlasting Ember Egg: Incapable of being extinguished, providing perpetual warmth that occasionally flares unexpectedly.	36
17	Rustle-Reducing Robe: Silences movement through dry leaves, perfect for those wishing to pass unseen.	37
18	Reflective River Rock: Absorbs sunlight and emits a soft glow when submerged, an excellent night-time guide.	38
19	Chirp Caller: Attracts friendly bird flocks, sometimes providing unexpected warnings or companionship.	39
20	Whirlwind Window: A circular device that creates a visual portal to the nearest horizon.	40

Wildness contraptions invite players to embrace the unpredictability of nature in their quests, providing inventive solutions to outdoor challenges. These tools encourage creative problem-solving, turning survival scenarios into opportunities for clever innovation.

d20 Magical Mishap Devices (41 – 60)

Magical experimentation is a goblin specialty, resulting in tools that contain both arcane wonder and whimsical chaos. Each device is imbued with a hint of unpredictability, reflecting the goblins’ penchant for reckless enchantment.

d20	Tool Description	d100
1	Enigmatic Egg Whisk: Whisks up magical recipes—to sometimes unknown effect—while altering the user’s hair color temporarily.	41
2	Spellbinder’s Spectacles: Glasses that read arcane languages, though translating them into rhymes.	42
3	Pocket Portal Pet: An enchanted beast that teleports small items when fed snacks.	43
4	Fluttering Feather Quill: Writes by itself, offering unrequested commentary in the margins.	44
5	Jinxed Jigsaw: A puzzle that reveals an animated scene when completed, but the pieces sometimes wander.	45
6	Luminous Loot Lantern: Glows near treasure but occasionally flickers ominously.	46
7	Wisher’s Well Whistle: Attracts coins when blown, sometimes pulling them from unexpected pockets.	47
8	Bewitching Bell: Rings to ward off misfortune, though occasionally drawing unwanted attention.	48
9	Mischief Mirror: Reflects an image of the viewer’s mischievous self, offering cryptic advice.	49
10	Arcane Accordion: Plays music that modifies nearby moods, bending emotions whimsically.	50
11	Phantom’s Footstep: Simulates footsteps of a spectral companion, aiding in stealth—unpredictable echoes included.	51
12	Disappearing Dice: Rolls enchantingly, often resulting in impossible numbers or floating probabilities.	52
13	Whimsical Wand of Wobble: Tips objects over when waved, eliciting giggles from an unseen source.	53
14	Charm Charcoal: Sketches spontaneously animate temporarily, engaging in minor mischief.	54
15	Gelatinous Globe: Suspends liquids mid-air for minutes, but occasionally releases them suddenly.	55
16	Enchanted Enigma Envelope: Seals messages with riddles, only opening when answered correctly.	56
17	Bewildering Bagpipes: Plays hypnotically, though occasionally causing involuntary dancing nearby.	57
18	Puzzle Piece Pouch: Holds infinite jigsaw pieces, sometimes assembling into nonsense shapes.	58
19	Zany Zodiac Quilt: Swaps star signs briefly, altering fortunes in small, humorous ways.	59
20	Sorcerer’s Smoke Ring: Releases colorful puffs that confuse onlookers while masking scents.	60

Magical mishap devices offer an essential ingredient for unexpected comedy or to throw a magical wrench into player plans, introducing moments where even the best-laid strategies must adapt to newfound chaos and curiosity.

d20 Dungeon Delving Innovations (61 – 80)

For those daring the labyrinthine depths of dungeons, goblins provide tools that are as cunning as they are unpredictable. Engineered to delight, surprise, or thoroughly confound, these innovations are a goblin’s ticket to explore the underworld.

d20	Tool Description	d100
1	Trickster’s Trap Tongs: Remove traps flawlessly, though they sometimes snap with a metallic clang.	61
2	Dungeon Dewdrop Decanter: Engulfs damp corridors in a sweet scent, masking the odor of decay.	62
3	Haphazard Hallway Harp: Emits harmonic frequency when navigating narrow passages, alerting to hidden doors.	63
4	Clambering Cord Cast: Shoots a sticky rope that reliably clings to any surface, often with a satisfying thunk.	64
5	Warden’s Window: Projects a holographic guard in armor, useful for brief but believable distractions.	65
6	Echoing Egress Egg: Shatters noisily to reveal the nearest exit, though occasionally echoing misdirection first.	66
7	Torch Tickle: Elicits laughter when applied to unlit torches, causing them to flicker unexpectedly.	67
8	Puzzle Pathway Plotter: Maps dungeon routes, albeit in a circuitous fashion.	68
9	Mirthful Map Marker: Ink that sketches with apparent sentience, drawing constellations instead of corridors.	69
10	Charmed Chisel: Carves messages that might talk back, offering insights or insults in turn.	70
11	Giggling Gargoyle Mask: Wards off dungeon denizens with surprising, though temporary, bursts of laughter.	71
12	Lantern of Lost Light: Illumines hauntingly, casting dancing shadows that fade upon contact.	72
13	Quizzical Quill: Jots down observations, transforming into a compass that forgets north on occasion.	73
14	Cloaked Clue Candle: Reveals hidden messages where its light falls, though with a penchant for burning erratically.	74
15	Unseen Uplift Umbrella: Buoys users over shallow pits, albeit with a gusty puff.	75
16	Surreptitious Sprocket: Turns locks with a whirr, though occasionally refusing with a stubborn click.	76
17	Wallflower Wand: Causes vines to grow along walls, creating camouflage or climbing aids.	77
18	Corridor Clatter Cushion: Muffles sound when placed, yet randomly emits a comedic honk.	78
19	Baffling Beacon Belt: Casts light in all directions, scrambling shadows and sight alike.	79
20	Noggin Navigation Nog: A compass affixed to a hat, leading confidently toward unintended destinations.	80

Dungeon delving innovations add unexpected layers to exploration or enigma-solving, giving adventurers new tools to confront the myriad challenges found within complex and treacherous underground lairs.

d20 Goblin Specialty Tools (81 – 100)

Within the unique culture of goblins, specialty tools are crafted for specific tasks that, while bewildering to outsiders, are second nature to goblin life. These items unveil the quirks of goblin lifestyle and offer glimpses into their curious priorities.

d20	Tool Description	d100
1	Giggle Grail: A cup that never spills, making it ideal for celebratory toasts in rowdy gatherings.	81
2	Goblin Grin Glider: A device strapped to the back, providing brief hover with a mirthful boost.	82
3	Tittering Tinker’s Toolkit: An all-purpose set that opens, closes, or pokes virtually anything, with jovial jingles.	83
4	Mischief-Making Muffler: Dampens the noise of goblin mischief, creating an unsettling silence.	84
5	Caterwauling Canteen: Provides endless ale, albeit with a symphony of catcalls.	85
6	Riddle Ring: Proposes riddles to those who gaze upon it, a perfect goblin pastime.	86
7	Fork-Tongue Feeder: Extends to reach the tastiest morsels, but occasionally snatches from allies.	87
8	Jester’s Juggling Jars: Jars that juggle themselves, creating captivating distractions.	88
9	Nuisance Noodle: A rubbery rope that ties knots or unties them at a whim.	89
10	Prankster’s Paint Pot: Changes colors on demand, perfect for decorating or decoys.	90
11	Goblin Guffaw: A mask that emits goblin laughter, indispensable during solemn or tense negotiations.	91
12	Snicker’s Sentry: A small effigy that cackles when intruders approach, though sometimes prematurely.	92
13	Revelry Rod: Sparks light displays, ideal for lively festivities in goblin hovels.	93
14	Slapstick Snare: Triggers comedic traps that trip or tickle, favoring farce over furniture.	94
15	Banterer’s Bugle: Translates words into goblin slang, adding humor to mundane conversations.	95
16	Grumble Glove: Coaxes small objects into place with a cantankerous demeanor.	96
17	Beguiling Bag: Holds secrets eagerly, whispering them to inquisitive holders.	97
18	Tricky Trinket: Changes appearance to mimic small valuables, often too convincingly.	98
19	Curious Cork: A stopper that alters the flavor of beverages unpredictably, often delightfully so.	99
20	Goblin Goggles: Enhances vision comically, distorting perspectives into amusing panoramas.	100

Goblin specialty tools are ideal for social interactions with goblins, illuminating aspects of goblin culture or sparking unusual alliances that serve as vibrant plot devices in any adventurous narrative.

Final Thoughts on Goblin Workshop Tools

Goblin workshop tools, with their whimsical designs and unpredictable effects, offer a treasure trove of creativity and storytelling potential for tabletop RPGs. These ludicrous yet ingenious devices add layers of complexity and humor to encounters, providing endless opportunities for character development and plot twists.

Every goblin-made item carries the spark of its creator’s inventive spirit, a reminder that in the world of RPGs, creativity reigns supreme. Players and Game Masters who embrace these tools find themselves drawn into a narrative where the line between the expected and the fantastical blurs, allowing every roll of the dice to wield the potential for magic.

Whether players find themselves owning a goblin-made knickknack or navigating the chaotic results of its use, these items enrich the game world with vibrant, unexpected charm. The inclusion of goblin tools encourages players to think on their feet, engage with the story, and embrace the unpredictable nature of adventures where anything can happen.

Much like the goblins themselves, players may leave a goblin workshop laden with trinkets, but the quirky influence of its bizarre tools will linger long in their adventures. In the end, the true magic of goblin workshop tools lies not just in their effects but in the laughter, creativity, and connection they inspire among players, transforming every campaign into a tale worth telling.