Tadpole: Young Swampling Dreaming of High Adventure

Meet Tadpole, a young Swampling whose dreams of adventure and heroism are about to become reality—whether he's ready or not.

Tadpole's Story
Although the green-skinned 'goblins' of the Great Swamp west of the Riverland Delta are not a breed known for their intrepid nature, Tadpole was always one to buck a trend. All his life (which might not amount to much yet) he's been dreaming of action and high adventure far beyond the belly of the bog. His elder brother, Dankin, keeps a strong paternal eye over his young ideals, but with his recent discovery of an old discarded sword, and a new commission to lead a strangeling across the Fens, he may very well find it!

The Land of Odd: A World of Wonder
The Land of Odd is a richly imagined world where diverse Oddling communities—from Desert-dwellers to Underwolders, Aeyriekin to Swamplings, Oceanics to Forestkind—each bring their own cultures, beliefs, and traditions to life. Inspired by Brian Froud's beloved Podlings from "The Dark Crystal," our Oddlings have evolved into a vibrant, diverse civilization with their own mythology, conflicts, and epic quests. Where Podlings embraced earthy umbers and ochres, our Oddlings celebrate a kaleidoscope of colors, textures, and personalities, each one a unique character in an ever-expanding narrative.

Premium Australian Craftsmanship
Each Oddling is meticulously handmade in Australia by The Squeaking Tribe, featuring a beautifully sculpted clay head with hand-painted details that capture Tadpole's youthful enthusiasm and adventurous spirit, unique Swampling costume crafted from specialty fabrics and collected materials that reflect his life in the Great Swamp, and professionally strung controls for expressive movement. No two Oddlings are exactly alike—each carries their own story through carefully chosen textiles, jewelry, and distinctive details.

Perfect For:

• Collectors of fantasy world-building and original characters
• Fans of The Dark Crystal and Brian Froud's artistry
• Puppet theatre and storytelling with rich narrative depth
• Unique art pieces celebrating youthful heroism and adventure
• Gifts for lovers of handcrafted fantasy and imaginative worlds

Specifications:
Weight: 0.6kg
Clay head with hand-painted details
Unique Swampling costume with specialty materials
Professional 6-string marionette controls
Height: 25cm (60cm when strung)

Bring Tadpole's adventure to life—where dreams meet destiny in The Land of Odd, and every Oddling tells a story worth discovering.