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“Clap! Snap! the black crack! Grip, grab! Pinch, nab! And down down to Goblin-town You go, my lad! Clash, crash! Crush, smash! Hammer and tongs! Knocker and gongs! Pound, pound, far underground! Ho, ho! my lad! Swish, smack! Whip crack! Batter and beat! Yammer and bleat! Work, work! Nor dare to…” quote by Anonymous
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“Clap! Snap! the black crack! Grip, grab! Pinch, nab! And down down to Goblin-town You go, my lad! Clash, crash! Crush, smash! Hammer and tongs! Knocker and gongs! Pound, pound, far underground! Ho, ho! my lad! Swish, smack! Whip crack! Batter and beat! Yammer and bleat! Work, work! Nor dare to shirk, While Goblins quaff, and Goblins laugh, Round and round far underground Below, my lad!”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Poem: Goblin-town chant, unknown source

A rhythmic, onomatopoeic chant evokes the chaotic, noisy labor of goblins underground, mixing commands, sounds, and encouragement.

In simple terms: A lively chant about goblin work underground.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the rhythm of hard work.

Themes

work playfulness myth sound rhythm

Mood

playful energetic immersive

Type

creative performative

When to use this quote

  • Fantasy role‑playing sessions
  • creative writing prompts
  • theatrical performances
  • sound design exercises

Key Concepts

Onomatopoeia chant mythical labor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions does the chant evoke?
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May lack narrative context for deeper meaning.

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