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Paladin

Holy Tank / Support Caster

The Paladin is Lourdin RPG's holy tank — the most durable spellcasting class. Starting with 11 HP, heavy armor, and 6 mana, Paladins pre-declare Divine Smite at three tiers (5 / 8 / 11 mana → 2d8 / 3d8 / 4d8 radiant) before swinging, gain Extra Attack at Level 5 (two strikes per Attack action), and self-heal with Lay on Hands. At Level 6, their Aura adds the CHA modifier to all party members' AC.

Primary Stats

STR & CHA

Starting HP

Armor Type

Heavy

Difficulty

Hard

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Overview

The Paladin is a holy warrior who combines martial prowess with divine magic. Clad in heavy armor and wielding righteous fury, Paladins are the most durable spellcasters in the game. Their signature Divine Smite ability delivers devastating burst damage, while their healing magic ensures self-sufficiency in combat.

Paladins are the ideal pick for players who want the survivability of a tank with the versatility of a spellcaster. They excel in both solo and group content, serving as frontline fighters who can also support allies with healing and protection, similar to a Cleric.

Base Statistics

Base HP	11
Starting Mana	6
Primary Stats	Strength, Charisma
Armor Type	Heavy
Starting AC	12
Resource System	Mana + Cooldowns
Availability	Free

WHY THE PALADIN

Core Strengths

Heavy Armor Mastery

Second-highest AC in the game for exceptional durability

Tiered Divine Smite

Pre-declare 2d8 / 3d8 / 4d8 radiant burst for 5 / 8 / 11 mana — consumed on first hit

Self-Healing

Lay on Hands provides efficient HP recovery without relying on allies

Versatile Combat

Effective in melee with spellcasting options

Aura of Protection

Level 6+ grants a passive saving-throw bonus to you and zone allies

Resource Management

Smaller mana pool requires tactical spell usage

FIRST LOADOUT

Starting Equipment & Spells

Equipment

1d8

Longsword

1d8 damage - Versatile melee weapon (upgrade at the merchant)

AC 16

Chain Mail

Heavy armor, AC 16 - Excellent starting defense

Active Abilities

Lay on Hands, Divine Smite (see abilities below)

50c

50 Copper

Starting currency

Starting Spells

Divine Smite (Tier I / II / III)

5 / 8 / 11 Mana Free Action — Prime then Strike

Tap a Smite button to pre-declare your next melee hit's bonus radiant damage. Tier I costs 5 mana and adds 2d8 radiant; Tier II costs 8 mana and adds 3d8; Tier III costs 11 mana and adds 4d8.

Mana is consumed at priming, not on the swing — if you miss, the mana is still spent (5e RAW). The primed flag persists across turns until consumed by your first successful melee hit. Critical hits double the smite dice. Extra Attack at L5 swings twice per action, but Smite only fires on the first hit (5e once-per-turn rule).

Lay on Hands

3 Mana Self-Heal

Heal yourself for Level x 5 HP. Extremely efficient healing - your key to self-sufficiency in solo content.

Shield Wall

Zone Passive

+1 AC

When another Warrior or Paladin is in the same combat zone as you, both gain +1 AC. Stack with your Aura of Protection for formidable defense. In multiplayer, coordinate with Warrior allies to dominate the Vanguard zone.

SACRED RESERVES

Mana System

Mana Formula

Paladin

6 + Level + CHA Modifier

Paladins have the smallest mana pool among spellcasters, requiring careful resource management. Your Charisma directly affects mana capacity. Focus on high-impact spells like Divine Smite and Lay on Hands rather than spamming low-cost abilities.

Mana Management Tips

Reserve mana for Divine Smite in critical moments
Use Lay on Hands efficiently - it's your most mana-efficient spell
Rely on melee attacks when mana is low
Carry mana potions for boss encounters
Don't spam Divine Smite on weak enemies

THE OATH'S ARSENAL

Class Features

Extra Attack (Level 5+)

Passive Folded into basic Attack

Basic Attack makes two weapon swings

From Lvl 5, the basic Attack action makes two weapon swings instead of one. No cooldown, no button — just click Attack. Each swing rolls its own d20 and damage, and per-hit bonuses (Battle Cry damage, Fighting Style, Shield Wall) apply to both. Divine Smite, however, is a once-per-turn rider — primed Smite fires on the first successful swing only.

Smite Tier Choice

Smite scales by player choice, not by level. Higher tiers cost more mana but deal more radiant on the hit that lands. Tier I (5 mana, 2d8) is the workhorse against trash. Tier III (11 mana, 4d8) is the boss-buster — save it for the swing that needs to finish a high-HP target. With a high-CHA build, your mana pool can sustain two or three Tier III smites per fight.

Aura of Protection (Level 6+)

Zone Passive

+CHA modifier (minimum +1) to all saving throws

You and allies in your combat zone gain +CHA modifier (minimum +1) to all saving throws. With high Charisma, you and your party shrug off enemy spells, breath weapons, and special abilities that other classes would succumb to.

Shield Wall (Zone Passive)

Another Warrior or Paladin in same zone

+1 AC (both gain the bonus)

Partner with Warriors or other Paladins in your zone to form an impenetrable defensive line. Shield Wall's +1 AC combined with Aura of Protection's CHA-scaling save bonus makes you and your allies extraordinarily hard to bring down. Essential for group content frontline formations.

BATTLE DOCTRINE

How Should You Play the Paladin in Combat?

Paladins are unique - they combine the durability of Warriors with the utility of spellcasters. Stand on the frontlines, absorb damage with your heavy armor, and punish enemies with Divine Smite. Use Lay on Hands to stay in the fight longer than any other class.

Tankiest Spellcaster

Divine Smite Timing

Prime First, Swing Second: Tap the Smite button as a free action, then click Attack — the first hit consumes the primed dice
Boss Fights: Tier III (11 mana, 4d8) on the swings that need to finish a target
Dangerous Enemies: Tier II (8 mana, 3d8) for elites you want gone in one round
Trash Mobs: Tier I (5 mana, 2d8) or no smite at all — save mana for what matters
Critical Hits: Smite dice double on a crit — feels great when it lands
Miss Risk: Mana spends at priming, not at the swing. If you whiff, the mana is gone — only prime when you expect to hit

Stat Priority

Strength: Primary melee stat - increases attack and damage

Charisma: Increases mana pool, spell power, and Aura of Protection

Constitution: Boosts HP for even greater survivability

THE ROAD TO LEVEL 20

Character Progression

Level Milestones

Level 1-4: Your creation-time Fighting Style (Defense for +1 AC, Dueling for +1 damage with a shield, or Great Weapon for +2 damage two-handed) sets your defensive-vs-offensive lean. Learn Smite tier timing — when to prime Tier I vs save for a Tier III. Lay on Hands keeps you in fights longer than other classes.
Level 5: Extra Attack unlocks — basic Attack now swings twice per action. Smite still fires on the first hit only (once-per-turn rule).
Level 6-10: Aura of Protection — passive CHA-modifier saving-throw bonus for you and zone allies. At level 10, Aura of Courage makes you and allies in your zone immune to fear. Coordinate with Warriors for Shield Wall stacking. Larger mana pool means more Tier III smites per fight.
Level 11-15: Peak power spike — high AC, efficient healing, two-swing Attack actions with primed Smite riding the first hit.
Level 16-20: Legendary holy warrior — nearly unstoppable in both offense and defense.

FIELD WISDOM

Playstyle Tips

Balance STR and CHA: Both stats are crucial - don't neglect either
Always Upgrade Armor: Your survivability is your greatest asset
Save Mana for Healing: Always keep enough mana for one Lay on Hands
Frontline Position: Use your AC to protect squishier allies
Two-Handed Weapons: Consider greatswords for higher base damage with Divine Smite
Boss Preparation: Carry mana potions for extended Divine Smite usage

KNOW THYSELF

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Highest durability among spellcasters
Self-sufficient with Lay on Hands
Devastating burst damage with tiered Divine Smite (2d8/3d8/4d8)
Extra Attack at L5 doubles basic Attack output
Heavy armor for maximum AC
Versatile - effective in all content types
Scales excellently into late game

Weaknesses

Smallest mana pool requires careful management
Dependent on two stats (STR and CHA)
Smite mana is consumed on declaration — whiffing wastes resources
Smite is once-per-turn — Extra Attack's second swing rides without bonus radiant
No AoE damage options
Complex resource management - high skill floor
Limited spell versatility compared to pure casters

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