Paladin

Name :: Paladin
Skillset :: Standard Arms, Blocking, Abjuration, Divinus

Description :: Clad in plate armor that gleams in the sunlight despite the dust and grime of long travel, a human lays down her sword and shield and places her hands on a mortally wounded man. Divine radiance shines from her hands, the man’s wounds knit closed, and his eyes open wide with amazement. A dwarf crouches behind an outcrop, his black cloak making him nearly invisible in the night, and watches an orc war band celebrating its recent victory. Silently, he stalks into their midst and whispers an oath, and two orcs are dead before they even realize he is there. Silver hair shining in a shaft of light that seems to illuminate only him, a high elf laughs with exultation. His spear flashes like his eyes as he jabs again and again at a twisted giant, until at last his light overcomes its hideous darkness. Whatever their origin and their mission, paladins are united by their oaths to stand against the forces of evil.

Whether sworn before a god’s altar and the witness of a priest, in a sacred glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion. Paladins are typically travelers who have always acted as the leader, guide and healer of the party. Other paladins opt to travel alone or focus on their spiritual growth at temples of their respective deity. A small number can even be found as town guards, acting to protect the innocent and defeat whatever evil forces may choose to besiege the land.

Class Ability :: Divine Blessing Although this ability may only be used once, it is still incredibly powerful. It allows the paladin to return anyone from the death, even themselves, so long as they have direct access to the body of whom they wish to revive. Should they die, the ability will activate automatically if it has not been used before. Any being restored by this ability will come back with the same appearance, knowledge and abilities as before they died. Additionally, all of their energy and health will be restored to the fullest.