Dungeons & Dragons 3 Kobolds in a Trench Coat Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a 3 Kobolds in a Trench Coat.

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"Three Kobolds in a Trench Coat" is a humorous Dungeons & Dragons trope where three small kobolds disguise themselves as a single humanoid by stacking on top of each other and wearing a trench coat. This idea plays on classic slapstick comedy and the kobolds' innate cunning, as they are known for using deception and teamwork to overcome their physical frailty.  

In a game, this concept can be played for laughs or as a legitimate attempt to infiltrate human society. Players might control all three kobolds as a single character, switching between who is on top to perform different tasks. The ruse could be challenged by skill checks, with high rolls allowing them to maintain the disguise and failures leading to comedic exposure. Some DMs may treat the trio as a single entity with shared stats, while others might use creative mechanics to reflect their shifting roles and coordination challenges.  

This concept also fits thematically with kobolds' trickster nature. They often worship dragons and use elaborate traps to compensate for their weakness, so disguising themselves as something bigger aligns with their survival tactics. Depending on the campaign, a DM might allow magic items, illusions, or creative use of Charisma-based skills to help maintain the deception.  

The trope is frequently used for lighthearted, chaotic fun rather than serious gameplay. However, clever players might turn it into a functional strategy, using the disguise to bluff their way past enemies, gain entry into restricted areas, or even convince NPCs they are a single competent adventurer. Whether for comedy or creativity, "Three Kobolds in a Trench Coat" showcases D&D’s flexibility in storytelling, embracing absurdity while still allowing for clever roleplay and problem-solving.