Gobta hails from a goblin village saved by Rimuru Tempest. He was among the first goblins Rimuru encountered, and receiving a name from Rimuru triggered his evolution into a Hobgoblin. Unlike other named goblins, Gobta retained his original physical appearance—a small, childlike form with a round face and nose—leading many to underestimate him, though monsters like Gabiru recognize him as a Hobgoblin. Before meeting Rimuru, Gobta undertook a solo journey to the Dwarf Kingdom, surviving on luck and wit after Kobold merchants rescued him. He attempted to propose to a female Hobgoblin during this time but left before learning her answer. Personality-wise, Gobta is carefree, lazy, and prone to impulsive actions, frequently landing him in trouble through careless words or deeds. He speaks casually, using slang, referring to himself as "Oira," and ending sentences with "ssu." Despite his airheaded, comedic exterior, he displays unexpected competence in critical moments. His loyalty to Rimuru and allies is intense, prioritizing their safety and demonstrating a strong sense of duty. Though somewhat perverted, he holds standards regarding women, shown by his discomfort with masochistic behavior. His lightheartedness makes him a popular mood-setter. Gobta's combat prowess defies his appearance. He is a natural battle genius, replicating advanced techniques like "Shadow Movement" through observation alone. Rigorously trained by Hakurou in swordsmanship and combat, he later mastered "Magic Wolf Summon," merging with his Tempest Wolf partner, Ranga, into a potent magic wolf form. Initially struggling with this power, he refined it through harsh training imposed by Milim Nava. His battlefield ingenuity and tactical thinking let him overcome stronger foes, achieving an A- rank when fully equipped. He leads the Goblin Riders, a wolf-riding unit he co-founded with Ranga. Key relationships shape his role. He shares a close, informal bond with Rimuru, who grants him the unique privilege of casual speech—envied by others. His partnership with Ranga is central to the Goblin Riders. Hakurou mentors him, recognizing his latent talent, while Milim Nava's extreme training pushes his growth. He is later acknowledged as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings," though he and others jokingly label him the "weakest" among them. Gobta evolves from a comedic subordinate into a respected leader and fighter. Despite his species lacking further evolutionary stages, he continually improves through training and combat, eventually ranking among the strongest former goblins. His journey underscores themes of hidden potential and loyalty within Rimuru's society.