Kobolds (コボルト, Koboruto) are a race in the Suikoden series. Several prominent characters in the series have been kobolds.
Overview
On the northern continent, kobolds could be said to hold influence second only to that of humans with settlements existing in several countries, such as in the Great Forest or Two River Principality. They are also generally the second largest population on the content, after humans.
They are possessing of a humanoid body with a head reminiscent of a dog and their way of living strongly resembles that of humans. Their intelligence is generally considered equal to that of humans also. They are usually shorter than humans and their average lifespan is 0.8 (four fifths) that of humans.
Although they normally subsist on agriculture and are possessing of a bright and cheerful nature, kobolds are noted for often making excellent soldiers or tacticians in times of emergency. Their relationship with other races is generally considered positive. However, in some nations, such as the Holy Kingdom of Harmonia, kobolds can be regarded as inferior beings and are often treated as slaves.
References
- Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), page 108
- Marugoto! Genso Suikoden Book (ISBN 978-4-7577-3673-3), page 110
- Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 54, 155, 252