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The original was posted on /r/osr by /u/skalchemisto on 2025-06-07 22:01:08+00:00.

Let's say a large group of hobgoblins has had repeated run-ins with the PCs, and has been hit by Sleep a few times, so they know it could happen. How might they react?

One thing seems obvious: Target anyone that even looks like a magic-user or elf.

What other tricks might they come up with to mitigate the danger? Say, when facing what the hobgoblins think is a death or glory final battle against the PCs in their own lair?

If it matters, I'm talking Old School Essentials.

If you are one of my players...you knew I would be thinking about this stuff, this should come as no surprise.