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Oathbound Paladin

Drayan

Bearer of the Oath of Devotion • Guardian of the Innocent • Vanquisher of Evil

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The Binding Vow

The Sacred Oath

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I am the shield that guards the realms of men. I am the light that pierces the encroaching dark. My word is my bond, my honor my compass, and my blade the instrument of justice. I shall show no fear, give no quarter to evil, and protect those who cannot protect themselves. This I swear upon the ancient tenets of the Radiant Order.

1

Honesty

Let your word be your sacred bond.

2

Courage

Fear is the enemy of virtue.

3

Compassion

Aid those in need, regardless of cost.

4

Honor

Do as you say and accept your due.

5

Duty

Be responsible for your actions and their consequences.

Divine Powers

Divine Abilities

Divine Smite

Channel holy energy through weapon strikes to sear the wicked.

Lay on Hands

A pool of healing light drawn from celestial favor.

Aura of Protection

An invisible mantle of divine grace shields nearby allies.

Channel Divinity

Direct conduits to higher powers, manifesting sacred power.

"In the darkest depths, when all hope seems lost, that is when the light must burn brightest."
— Drayan's Vow
Wielded in Service

Arsenal & Relics

Longsword

Dawnbringer

Forged in celestial fire, its blade burns with inner light.

Shield

Aegis of the Vigilant

Bears the sigil of the Radiant Order, turns aside fell magic.

Armor

Plate of the Oathbound

Each plate etched with binding runes of protection.

Relic

Holy Symbol

An ancient medallion passed down through generations.

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The Journey

The Realm

From the crumbling spires of forgotten citadels to the haunted forests where shadows walk, Drayan roams the lands seeking to fulfill the sacred charge. The world is vast and perilous, but where evil gathers, there too shall the paladin come.

The adventure continues
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