Being a goblin (or other traditionally evil demi-humans not worth paying much attention to) isn't easy. Slave to all, master of none. Goblin tribes (or other groups) can be enslaved by all sorts of villains. These can be Giants, Evil Dragons, Orcs, Hobgoblins, Ilithids, you name it. Even within a tribe there are challenges to simply exist, the strongest and most cunning survive, the weaker ones serve as slaves to the rest. And that's just those on your side... hunted by Humans, Elves, Dwarves, and all the other do-gooders. There really isn't any winning as a goblin (or other traditionally evil demi-humans not worth paying much attention to).  

Survival of the fittest and most cunning (as cunning and fit as one can be as a creature not worth paying much attention to) is required to survive in this harsh, tribal environment.

Skill Proficiencies: Survival and Deception are skills indispensable to a Tribal Minion.  When food is scare, being able to scavenge a couple of frogs can mean the difference between life and death.  Deceiving others and hiding knowledge of said frogs from the prying eyes of others more so.

Languages: Learning the languages of your masters' provides a helpful leg-up for the the up an coming goblin chieftain (or other not-noteworthy leader wannabe).  

Equipment: Tribal Minions possession are few if any, whatever one possesses is a mish-mash of varying quality (a piece of equipment may very well be of high quality).  Otherwise, shovel, a crowbar, an iron pot, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

A Tribal Minion comes from the lowest ranks of what are usually described as the bad guys.  As such their origins can be quite humble or very exciting.  They bring insight from communities ands/or peoples not normally represented.

 

d8	Personality Trait
1	I easily follow orders, the simpler the order the better.
2	I'm sick of following orders I've been doing it long enough, there is a good chance I'll do the opposite just out of spite.
3	I misuse long words in an attempt to sound smarter.
4	I judge people by their actions, not their words.
5	I would rather make a new friend than a new enemy.
6	I don’t part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible.
7	I have my own ideas about what is and is not food, and I find the eating habits of those around me fascinating, confusing, or revolting.
8	My sense of personal hygiene is very different from everyone else. What others may complain about makes no sense to me.

d6	Ideal
1	Respect. People deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. (Good)
2	Might. If I become strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil)
3	Adventure. I’m far from my tribe/home, and everything is strange and wonderful! (Chaotic)
4	Community/Tribe. We have to take care of each other, because no one else is going to do it. (Lawful)
5	People. I’m loyal to my friends, not to any ideals, and everyone else can take a trip down the Styx for all I care. (Neutral)
6	Aspiration. Someday I’ll be free of all masters and chart my own destiny.

d6	Bond
1	A proud boss once gave me a horrible beating, and I will take my revenge on any bully I encounter.
2	So long as I have this token from my homeland, I can face any adversity in this strange land.
3	I protect those who cannot protect themselves.
4	I owe a debt I can never repay to the person/creature who took pity on me.
5	No one else should have to endure the hardships I’ve been through.
6	My freedom is my most precious possession. I’ll never let anyone take it from me again.

d8	Flaw
1	The tyrant who rules my land will stop at nothing to see me killed.
2	I turn tail and run when things look bad.
3	I’ll say anything to avoid having to do extra work.
4	Secretly, I believe that things would be better if I were a tyrant lording over the land.
5	I pretend not to understand the local language in order to avoid interactions I would rather not have.
6	I am slow to trust members of other races, tribes, and societies.
7	People who can’t take care of themselves get what they deserve.
8	Violence is my answer to almost any challenge.