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== Oaths and Oathbreaking ==
== Oaths and Oathbreaking ==
A Paladin's Oath is not to be taken lightly: its power quite literally fuels your abilities.
=== Keeping Your Oath ===
=== Keeping Your Oath ===
 
Your choice of subclass during [[Character Creation]] determines the Oath you have taken. See [[Oath of the Ancients]] or [[Oath of Devotion]] for the full text of each Oath. The basic tenets can also be found embroidered on your starting [[Armour]].
Your choice of subclass during [[Character Creation]] determines the Oath you have taken:
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| style="width: 300px;" | [[File:Paladin Oath of the Ancients Icon.png|frameless|75px|center|link=Oath of the Ancients]] [[Oath of the Ancients]]
| style="width: 300px;" | [[File:Paladin Oath of Devotion Icon.png|frameless|center|75px|link=Oath of Devotion]] [[Oath of Devotion]]
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| '''Kindle the Light.''' Through your acts of mercy, kindness, and forgiveness, kindle the light of hope in the world, beating back despair.
 
'''Shelter the Light.''' Where there is good, beauty, love, and laughter in the world, stand against the wickedness that would swallow it. Where life flourishes, stand against the forces that would render it barren.
 
'''Preserve Your Own Light.''' Delight in song and laughter, in beauty and art. If you allow the light to die in your own heart, you can’t preserve it in the world.
 
'''Be the Light.''' Be a glorious beacon for all who live in despair. Let the light of your joy and courage shine forth in all your deeds.
| '''Honesty.''' Don’t lie or cheat. Let your word be your promise.
 
'''Courage.''' Never fear to act, though caution is wise.
 
'''Compassion.''' Aid others, protect the weak, and punish those who threaten them. Show mercy to your foes, but temper it with wisdom.
 
'''Honor.''' Treat others with fairness, and let your honorable deeds be an example to them. Do as much good as possible while causing the least amount of harm.
 
'''Duty.''' Be responsible for your actions and their consequences, protect those entrusted to your care, and obey those who have just authority over you.
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The basic tenets of your Oath can also be found embroidered on your starting [[Armour]].


As a Paladin, you must constantly adhere to the tenets of your Oath or you will lose the power it grants you. Taking any action that breaks your Oath will summon the [[Oathbreaker Knight]] and temporarily prevent you from using your {{SmallIcon|Channel Oath Icon.png}} Channel Oath abilities.
As a Paladin, you must constantly adhere to the tenets of your Oath or you will lose the power it grants you. Taking any action that breaks your Oath will summon the [[Oathbreaker Knight]] and temporarily prevent you from using your {{SmallIcon|Channel Oath Icon.png}} Channel Oath abilities.


Here are some examples of Oathbreaking actions. Note that the specific types of actions that break a given Oath may change as Larian continues to develop the game.
Here are some examples of Oathbreaking actions. Note that the specific types of actions that break an Oath may change as Larian continues to develop the game.
* Oath of the Ancients: Killing a non-aggressive animal or choosing an "Attack" dialogue option when more peaceful options are available.
* Oath of the Ancients: Killing a non-aggressive animal or choosing an "Attack" dialogue option when more peaceful options are available.
* Oath of Devotion: Attacking a non-hostile creature, refusing to defend someone who is obviously in need of aid, or deceiving your enemies (e.g. negotiating a peaceful resolution and then attacking anyway).
* Oath of Devotion: Attacking a non-hostile creature, refusing to defend someone who is obviously in need of aid, or deceiving your enemies (e.g. negotiating a peaceful resolution and then attacking anyway).
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=== Becoming an Oathbreaker ===
=== Becoming an Oathbreaker ===


{{Quote|*A spasm grips your chest. Your strength falters. An emptiness grows within you, Paladin. Something has been lost.*}}
{{Quote|size=120%|*A spasm grips your chest. Your strength falters. An emptiness grows within you, Paladin. Something has been lost.*}}


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=== Level 2 ===
=== Level 2 ===


* [[File:Divine Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Divine Smite]] '''[[Divine Smite]]:''' Your weapon emanates divine might as you strike. When you hit with a Melee Weapon Attack, you may choose to expend a Spell Slot to inflict additional {{DamageType|Radiant}} damage. Divine Smite reaction settings can be configured in the Reactions menu (default hotkey: L).
* [[File:Divine Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Divine Smite]] '''[[Divine Smite]]:''' Your weapon emanates divine might as you strike. When you hit with a Melee Weapon Attack, you may choose to expend a Spell Slot to inflict additional {{DamageType|Radiant}} damage. Divine Smite reaction settings can be configured in the [[Reaction]]s menu (default hotkey: L).


* '''[[Fighting Style]]''' (Choose 1):
* '''[[Fighting Style]]''' (Choose 1):
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** [[File:Fighting Style Great Weapon Icon.png|middle|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Great Weapon Fighting:''' When you roll a 1 or 2 on a damage die for an attack with a [[Weapons|Two-Handed melee weapon]], that die is rerolled once.
** [[File:Fighting Style Great Weapon Icon.png|middle|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Great Weapon Fighting:''' When you roll a 1 or 2 on a damage die for an attack with a [[Weapons|Two-Handed melee weapon]], that die is rerolled once.
** [[File:Fighting Style Protection Icon.png|middle|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Protection:''' When you have a shield, impose [[Disadvantage]] on an enemy who attacks one of your allies when you are within 5ft. You must be able to see the enemy. ''(This is a [[Reaction]]. Toggle a reaction during your turn. It will automatically execute when needed.)''
** [[File:Fighting Style Protection Icon.png|middle|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Protection:''' When you have a shield, impose [[Disadvantage]] on an enemy who attacks one of your allies when you are within 5ft. You must be able to see the enemy. ''(This is a [[Reaction]]. Toggle a reaction during your turn. It will automatically execute when needed.)''
* [[File:2 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 2''' ''(You gain two Level 1 Spell Slots.)''
* [[File:2 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 2''' ''(You gain two Level 1 Spell Slots.)''
* '''Choose a number of Prepared Spells''' = {{C|1 (1/2 Paladin level) + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
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** New '''1st Level Spells:'''
* '''Choose a number of Prepared Spells''' = {{C|1 + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
*** [[File:Bless Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Bless]] [[Bless]]
* New '''1st Level Spells:'''
*** {{Icon|Command Halt Icon.png|30px}} [[Command]]
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*** [[File:Compelled Duel Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Compelled Duel]] [[Compelled Duel]]
* [[File:Bless Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Bless]] [[Bless]]
*** [[File:Cure Wounds Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Cure Wounds]] [[Cure Wounds]]
* {{Icon|Command Halt Icon.png|30px}} [[Command]]
*** [[File:Divine Favour Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Divine Favour]] [[Divine Favour]]
* [[File:Compelled Duel Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Compelled Duel]] [[Compelled Duel]]
*** [[File:Heroism Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Heroism]] [[Heroism]]
* [[File:Cure Wounds Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Cure Wounds]] [[Cure Wounds]]
*** [[File:Protection From Evil And Good.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Protection from Evil and Good]] [[Protection from Evil and Good]]
* [[File:Divine Favour Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Divine Favour]] [[Divine Favour]]
*** [[File:Shield Of Faith Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Shield of Faith]] [[Shield of Faith]]
* [[File:Heroism Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Heroism]] [[Heroism]]
*** [[File:Searing Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Searing Smite]] [[Searing Smite]]
* [[File:Protection From Evil And Good.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Protection from Evil and Good]] [[Protection from Evil and Good]]
*** [[File:Thunderous Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Thunderous Smite]] [[Thunderous Smite]]
* [[File:Shield Of Faith Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Shield of Faith]] [[Shield of Faith]]
*** [[File:Wrathful Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Wrathful Smite]] [[Wrathful Smite]]
* [[File:Searing Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Searing Smite]] [[Searing Smite]]
* [[File:Thunderous Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Thunderous Smite]] [[Thunderous Smite]]
* [[File:Wrathful Smite Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Wrathful Smite]] [[Wrathful Smite]]
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=== Level 3 ===
=== Level 3 ===
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* '''Divine Health:''' The divine magic flowing within you prevents disease from affecting you.
* '''Divine Health:''' The divine magic flowing within you prevents disease from affecting you.
* [[File:3 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 3''' ''(You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.)''
* [[File:3 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 3''' ''(You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.)''
* '''Choose a number of Prepared Spells''' = {{C|1 (1/2 Paladin level) + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
* '''Choose a number of Prepared Spells''' = {{C|1 + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
** Spells: No new spells at this level, aside from those granted by your subclass
** Spells: No new spells at this level, aside from those granted by your subclass


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** Choose a [[Character Abilities#Feats|Feat]].
** Choose a [[Character Abilities#Feats|Feat]].
* {{SmallIcon|Lay on Hands Resource Icon.png}} '''[[Lay on Hands]] Charges: 4''' ''(You gain +1 Lay on Hands Charge.)''
* {{SmallIcon|Lay on Hands Resource Icon.png}} '''[[Lay on Hands]] Charges: 4''' ''(You gain +1 Lay on Hands Charge.)''
*Choose a number of Prepared Spells = {{C|2 (1/2 Paladin level) + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
*Choose a number of Prepared Spells = {{C|2 + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
** Spells: No new spells at this level
** Spells: No new spells at this level


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*[[File:Proficiency Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Proficiency Bonus]] '''[[Proficiency Bonus]]: +3''' ''(You gain +1 to your Proficiency Bonus.)''
*[[File:Proficiency Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Proficiency Bonus]] '''[[Proficiency Bonus]]: +3''' ''(You gain +1 to your Proficiency Bonus.)''
*[[File:Extra Attack Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Extra Attack]] '''[[Extra Attack]]:''' You can attack twice, instead of once, whenever you take the Attack action on your turn.
*[[File:Extra Attack Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Extra Attack]] '''[[Extra Attack]]:''' You can attack twice, instead of once, whenever you take the Attack action on your turn.
* [[File:4 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 4''' ''(You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.)''
* [[File:4 Level 1 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 1 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 4''' ''(You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.)''
* [[File:2 Level 2 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 2 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 2''' ''(You gain two Level 2 Spell Slots.)''
* [[File:2 Level 2 Spell Slots.png|frameless|upright=0.1]] '''Level 2 [[Spells#Spell_Slots|Spell Slots]] Unlocked: 2''' ''(You gain two Level 2 Spell Slots.)''
*Choose a number of Prepared Spells = {{C|2 (1/2 Paladin level) + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
** New '''2nd Level Spells:'''
*** [[File:Aid Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Aid]] [[Aid]]
*** [[File:Lesser Restoration Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Lesser Restoration]] [[Lesser Restoration]]
*** [[File:Magic Weapon Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Magic Weapon]] [[Magic Weapon]]
*** [[File:Protection from Poison Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Protection from Poison]] [[Protection from Poison]]
*** [[File:Branding Smite (Melee) Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Branding Smite]] [[Branding Smite]]


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* Choose a number of Prepared Spells = {{C|2 + [[Charisma]] Modifier}} ''(Minimum of 1 spell.)''
* New '''2nd Level Spells:'''
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* [[File:Aid Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Aid]] [[Aid]]
* [[File:Lesser Restoration Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Lesser Restoration]] [[Lesser Restoration]]
* [[File:Magic Weapon Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Magic Weapon]] [[Magic Weapon]]
* [[File:Protection from Poison Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Protection from Poison]] [[Protection from Poison]]
* [[File:Branding Smite (Melee) Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Branding Smite]] [[Branding Smite]]
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* '''Subclass Features:'''
* '''Subclass Features:'''
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