How It Should Be: The Paladin

[Fax Celestis]

The Paladin
Requirements
Alignment: Lawful good.

Specifications
HD: d10

Class Skills (2 + Int, x4 at 1st level): Concentration, Craft, Diplomacy, Handle Animal, Heal, Knowledge (nobility and royalty), Knowledge (religion), Profession, Ride, Sense Motive

Weapon and Armor Proficiency: Paladins are proficient with all simple and martial weapons, with all types of armor (heavy, medium, and light), and with shields (except tower shields).

Spells: Beginning at 1st level, a Paladin gains the ability to cast a small number of divine spells, which are drawn from the Paladin spell list. A Paladin must choose and prepare his spells in advance.

To prepare or cast a spell, a Paladin must have a Wisdom score equal to at least 10 + the spell level. The Difficulty Class for a saving throw against a Paladin’s spell is 10 + the spell level + the Paladin’s Wisdom modifier.

Like other spellcasters, a Paladin can cast only a certain number of spells of each spell level per day. His base daily spell allotment is given on Table: The Paladin. In addition, he receives bonus spells per day if he has a high Wisdom score. When Table: The Paladin indicates that the Paladin gets 0 spells per day of a given spell level, he gains only the bonus spells he would be entitled to based on his Wisdom score for that spell level The Paladin does not have access to any domain spells or granted powers, as a cleric does.

A Paladin prepares and casts spells the way a cleric does, though he cannot lose a prepared spell to spontaneously cast a cure spell in its place. A Paladin may prepare and cast any spell on the Paladin spell list, provided that he can cast spells of that level, but he must choose which spells to prepare during his daily meditation.

Aura of Good (Ex): The power of a Paladin’s aura of good (see the detect good spell) is equal to his Paladin level.

Lay on Hands (Su): A Paladin with a Charisma score of 12 or higher can heal wounds (his own or those of others) by touch. Each day he can heal a total number of hit points of damage equal to his Paladin level × his Charisma bonus. A Paladin may choose to divide his healing among multiple recipients, and he doesn’t have to use it all at once. Using lay on hands is a standard action. The caster level for Lay on Hands (if required) is equal to the Paladin's level.

Alternatively, a Paladin can use any or all of this healing power to deal damage to undead creatures. Using lay on hands in this way requires a successful melee touch attack and doesn’t provoke an attack of opportunity. The Paladin decides how many of his daily allotment of points to use as damage after successfully touching an undead creature.

Mantle of Faith (Su): A Paladin receives gifts from his patron deity according to his faith. Starting at second level, and again at fourth level and every three levels thereafter, the Paladin receives blessings from his patron deity in exchange for a stricter code of conduct. In this way, the higher level a Paladin becomes, the stricter his vows are and the more trust his deity has in him. A Paladin can select any mantle of faith from the list following the class table upon leveling up. The effects of Mantles of Faith generated by multiple Paladins stack with other Mantles of different types.

Divine Grace (Su): At 2nd level, a Paladin gains a bonus equal to his Charisma bonus (if any) on all saving throws.

Smite Evil (Su): Starting at 3rd level, once per day, a Paladin may attempt to smite evil with one normal melee attack. He adds his Charisma bonus (if any) to his attack roll and deals 1 extra point of damage per Paladin level. If the Paladin accidentally smites a creature that is not evil, the smite has no effect, but the ability is still used up for that day.

At 5th level, and at every three levels thereafter, the Paladin may smite evil one additional time per day, to a maximum of seven times per day at 20th level.

Special Mount (Sp): Upon reaching 5th level, a Paladin gains the service of an unusually intelligent, strong, and loyal steed to serve his in his crusade against evil. This mount is usually a heavy warhorse (for a Medium Paladin) or a warpony (for a Small Paladin). See the PHB for how to handle a Paladin's mount.

Once per day, as a full-round action, a Paladin may magically call his mount from the celestial realms in which it resides. This ability is the equivalent of a spell of a level equal to one-third the Paladin’s level. The mount immediately appears adjacent to the Paladin and remains for 2 hours per Paladin level; it may be dismissed at any time as a free action. The mount is the same creature each time it is summoned, though the Paladin may release a particular mount from service.

Each time the mount is called, it appears in full health, regardless of any damage it may have taken previously. The mount also appears wearing or carrying any gear it had when it was last dismissed. Calling a mount is a conjuration (calling) effect.

Should the Paladin’s mount die, it immediately disappears, leaving behind any equipment it was carrying. The Paladin may not summon another mount for thirty days or until he gains a Paladin level, whichever comes first, even if the mount is somehow returned from the dead. During this thirty-day period, the Paladin takes a -1 penalty on attack and weapon damage rolls.

Divine Transformation (Su): Through dedicated and exceptional service to your deity, you have gained their personal favor, which manifests as follows. At twentieth level, you gain the ability to sprout great, translucent and intangible wings at will. These grant you the ability to fly at a speed of 60 feet (good maneuverability). The wings may be white, feathered, flaming, shimmering or of any other traits that represent the nature of your deity. In addition, you gain damage reduction 10/silver and your type changes to Outsider (Native, Good). Sprouting wings is a swift action that does not provoke attacks of opportunity, but you cannot fly on the same turn in which you sprout them.

Alternatively, the Paladin's mount may sprout the wings, with the same statistics.

Paladin Progression
{table=head]Level | BAB | Fort Save | Ref Save | Will Save | Special | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
1st | +1 | +2 | +0 | +2 | Lay on Hands, Aura of Good| 0 | - | - | - | - | -
2nd | +2 | +3 | +0 | +3 | Divine Grace, Mantle of Faith | 0 | - | - | - | -
3rd | +3 | +3 | +1 | +3 | Smite Evil 1/day | 1 | - | - | - | -
4th | +4 | +4 | +1 | +4 | Mantle of Faith | 1 | - | - | - | -
5th | +5 | +4 | +1 | +4 | Smite Evil 2/day, Mount | 1 | 0 | - | - | -
6th | +6/+1 | +5 | +2 | +5 | - | 2 | 0 | - | - | -
7th | +7/+2 | +5 | +2 | +5 | Mantle of Faith | 2 | 1 | - | - | -
8th | +8/+3 | +6 | +2 | +6 | Smite Evil 3/day | 2 | 1 | - | - | -
9th | +9/+4 | +6 | +3 | +6 | - | 2 | 1 | 0 | - | -
10th | +10/+5 | +7 | +3 | +7 | Mantle of Faith | 2 | 2 | 0 | - | -
11th | +11/+6/+1 | +7 | +3 | +7 | Smite Evil 4/day | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | -
12th | +12/+7/+2 | +8 | +4 | +8 | - | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | -
13th | +13/+8/+3 | +8 | +4 | +8 | Mantle of Faith | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | -
14th | +14/+9/+4 | +9 | +4 | +9 | Smite Evil 5/day | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | -
15th | +15/+10/+5 | +9 | +5 | +9 | - | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | -
16th | +16/+11/+6/+1 | +10 | +5 | +10 | Mantle of Faith | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | -
17th | +17/+12/+7/+2 | +10 | +5 | +10 | Smite Evil 6/day | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1
18th | +18/+13/+8/+3 | +11 | +6 | +11 | - | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1
19th | +19/+14/+9/+4 | +11 | +6 | +11 | Mantle of Faith | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1
20th | +20/+15/+10/+5 | +12 | +6 | +12 | Smite Evil 7/day, Divine Transformation | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2[/table]

Mantles of Faith
Abstinence
The Paladin has foresworn the use of drugs, alcohol, and other similar substances. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly imbibes any drug, alcohol, or similar.

The Paladin receives immunity to various effects according to his level. At first level, he is immune to non-magical poison. At fifth level, he becomes immune to non-magical disease and receives a +1 bonus to saves to resist mind-affecting effects. At tenth level, he becomes immune to magical poison, and his bonus to resist mind-affecting effects increases to +2. At fifteenth level, he becomes immune to magical disease, and his bonus to resist mind-affecting effects increases to +3. At twentieth level, he becomes completely immune to harmful mind-affecting effects.

In addition, once per day for a number of rounds equal to his Charisma modifier, the Paladin can provide to all allies within 5' + 5'/3 Paladin levels a sacred bonus to saves to resist mind-affecting effects equal to his Charisma modifier.

Charity
The Paladin has sworn to tithe at least 20% of all his earnings (including treasure) to charity and the church. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he fails to tithe that amount.

The Paladin receives a sacred bonus to Diplomacy checks equal to 1/2 his class level (rounded up). In addition, once per day for a number of rounds equal to his Charisma modifier, the Paladin can use charm person (as the spell). At seventh level, this changes to charm monster. At fourteenth level, the Paladin can either perform a charm monster or a mass charm person, and can use this ability twice per day.

Conviction
The Paladin is certain of himself and his actions, so much so that his unswerving faith augments his martial prowess. The Paladin loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever questions his faith, attacks another member of his faith, or smites a non-evil (or non-chaotic, with the Justice mantle) creature.

The Paladin's attacks are considered bludgeoning, slashing, and piercing for the purposes of overcoming damage reduction. At tenth level, all his attacks are also considered magical, lawful, and silver for the purposes of overcoming damage reduction. At fifteenth level, all his attacks are also considered adamantine, mithral, and holy for the purposes of overcoming damage reduction. At twentieth level, the Paladin ignores the first ten points of his foe's damage reduction.

Diligence
The Paladin has sworn to examine his opponents and his surroundings thoroughly. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he does not attempt every legitimate action before giving up.

The Paladin can detect evil (as the spell) at will. At fifth level, the Paladin gains Darkvision 30'. At tenth level, the Paladin gains Low-Light Vision. At fifteenth level, the Paladin gains Scent 30'. At twentieth level, the Paladin gains Blindsight 15'.

Grace
The Paladin has sworn to protect his allies, with his life should the need arise. He loses all aspects of this mantle if an ally of his within 60' falls in combat before the Paladin falls.

The Paladin, and all allies within 30', gain a sacred bonus to Reflex saves equal to 1/4 the Paladin's class level. At fifth level, the Paladin and all allies within 5' + 5'/3 class levels gain the benefits of Evasion while in light or no armor. At tenth level, the Paladin gains the benefits of Evasion in medium armor. At fifteenth level, the Paladin gains the benefits of Improved Evasion while in light or no armor. At twentieth level, the Paladin gains the benefits of Improved Evasion while in medium armor.

Honesty
The Paladin has foresworn lying, for any reason. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly makes a Bluff check for any reason other than to feint in combat, if he ever uses the Forgery skill, or if he ever lies.

The Paladin receives a sacred bonus to Sense Motive checks equal to 1/2 his class level (rounded up). In addition, once per day for a number of rounds equal to his Charisma modifier, the Paladin can see invisibility (as the spell). At seventh level, this changes to invisibility purge. At fourteenth level, the Paladin can either perform an invisibility purge or can see as if affected by true seeing, and can use this ability twice per day.

Honor
The Paladin holds himself to honorable standards of combat set down by his god. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever feints, trips, or gains the benefits of flanking in combat.

The Paladin receives a sacred bonus to melee attack rolls equal to his Charisma modifier.

Humility
The Paladin understands that, to be truly great, one must remain humble. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever boasts or exaggerates about his accomplishments or uses social status to influence another.

The Paladin, and all allies within 30', gain a sacred bonus to Will saves equal to 1/4 the Paladin's class level. At fifth level, the Paladin also receives a sacred bonus to AC equal to his Charisma modifier.

Justice
The Paladin is an agent of justice and must uphold the law to its fullest extent. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly breaks a law or associates with lawbreakers.

The Paladin can detect chaos (as the spell) at will. At fifth level, the Paladin's smite ability can be used against chaotic creatures to equal effect. If used against a creature who is both chaotic and evil, the smite's damage is doubled and automatically confirms a threatened critical.

Mercy
The Paladin has sworn an oath to never willingly harm non-evil creatures. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever knowingly kills a non-evil creature or performs a Coup de Grace attack.

The Paladin can deal non-lethal damage with any weapon without receiving a -4 penalty. In addition, whenever he deals non-lethal damage to a target, he deals +1d6 extra non-lethal damage for each three Paladin levels and can deal non-lethal damage with a Smite Evil attack.

Patience
The Paladin has sworn an oath to never rush in without thinking and to always consider all courses of action. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever acts without considering the consequences or attacks in the first round of combat.

The Paladin only needs four hours of sleep a night. At seventh level, the Paladin does not need to eat more than one meal a week. At fourteenth level, the Paladin no longer needs to breathe. At twentieth level, the Paladin no longer needs to eat or sleep.

Peace
The Paladin holds himself to a peaceful standard in accordance with his god's wishes. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly enters into combat without trying to prevent it, or if he witnesses conflict without trying to prevent it.

The Paladin receives as a spell-like ability, usable a number of times per day equal to his Charisma modifier (with a caster level equal to his class level), the hold person spell. At fifth level, he may expend two uses to use hold monster. At tenth level, he may expend three uses to use mass hold person. At fifteenth level, he may expend four uses to use mass hold monster. If a creature perishes while held by any form of this spell, the Paladin loses all aspects of this mantle.

In addition, creatures around the Paladin in a 5' radius (plus 5' for every 3 Paladin levels) are affected as if by a calm emotions spell.

Perseverance
A Paladin must never falter and never sway on his chosen path. He holds himself to a resolute and stoic standard in accordance with his god's wishes. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly stands down from a fight he knows he can win, or if he gives up in the face of adversity.

All allies within a 5' radius (plus 5' for every 3 Paladin levels) gain DR 1/-, plus 1/- for every five class levels of the Paladin. In addition, once per day for a number of rounds equal to his Charisma modifier, a Paladin can surround himself and his allies with an aura of magical resilience. This aura grants his allies SR equal to his class level plus his Charisma modifier.

Piety
A Paladin must pray to his deity, and those with the Piety Mantle of Faith must pray exceptionally. He holds himself to a standard where he must pray at least five times per day, for at least an hour per prayer session. He loses all aspects of his mantle if he goes one day without praying five times, with at least one hour of time between periods of prayer.

The Paladin receives a sacred bonus to all saving throws equal to 1/4 his class level. In addition, all allies within 5' + 5'/3 Paladin levels receive a sacred bonus to saving throws equal to the Paladin's Charisma modifier.

Prudence
A Paladin is aware of the strength of both his allies and his foes, and never places his allies into a situation where they could be greatly harmed or even slain. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly allows an ally to put themselves in great danger without first attempting to find a less dangerous solution.

The Paladin--and all allies within 5' + 5'/2 Paladin levels--receives an insight bonus to Armor Class equal to his Wisdom modifier.

Purity
A Paladin must stand against the forces of evil without becoming evil himself. He holds himself to a strict standard: do no evil, lest ye become like one of them. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever willingly commits an evil act or associates with evil or undead creatures.

The Paladin gains the ability to turn undead as a Cleric of four levels lower than his own level does. If this would result in an effective Cleric level of 0 or less, the Paladin cannot turn undead.

Redemption
A Paladin must redeem others who do not adhere to faith as vehemently as the Paladin. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he does not forgive those who err in the name of good.

The Paladin's Lay on Hands ability gains new functions. It can remove disease (as the spell) by spending 15 points of healing, remove curse (as the spell) by spending 20 points, and create an atonement effect (as the spell) by spending 40 points. The atonement effect cannot affect the Paladin, only other creatures.

Temperance
A Paladin must display self-restraint in all their actions. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he attacks in the first round of combat.

The Paladin and all allies within 5' + 5'/2 Paladin levels receive a sacred bonus to ranged attack rolls equal to his Charisma modifier.

Valor
A Paladin must be regal and valorous to combat the forces of evil. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he attempts to coerce or influence anyone through Intimidation.

The Paladin becomes immune to fear effects. In addition, all allies within a 5' radius + 5'/2 Paladin levels receive a sacred bonus to saving throws against fear effects equal to 1/2 the Paladin's class level.

Zeal
A Paladin must always accept an honorable challenge. He loses all aspects of this mantle if he ever does not accept an honorable challenge or if he smites a non-evil (or non-chaotic, with the Justice mantle) creature.

The Paladin gains +1d6 sacred damage when performing smite attacks. This improves to +2d6 at 5th level, +3d6 at 10th level, +4d6 at 15th level, and +5d6 at 20th level.

Regaining Mantles of Faith
A Paladin who ceases to be lawful good or who violates the codes of conduct set down in his Mantles of Faith loses all Paladin spells and the abilities granted by the affected Mantles. He may not progress any farther in levels as a Paladin. He regains his abilities and advancement potential if he atones for his violations (see the atonement spell description), as appropriate.

[Kalir]

Pretty neat, I must admit. It'd be nice to see paladins taking the Humility vow.

[Lord Iames Osari]

Hmmm. Maybe give them the option to change of their codes of conduct after atoning, if that was the cause of their fall?

[Indon]

I like. I _really_ like. It'd be interesting to see a level 2 Paladin who could turn undead as a level -1 cleric, though. Does that mean they get to rebuke until they hit level 4? You could just tack "This code of conduct has no effect until the Paladin reaches level 5", though, to clear up any possible misconception.

I think that's the only mechanical flaw I could see in the whole thing. I presume that repeat-requirements for some codes are intentional, since some virtues are just approximate to each other.

[averagejoe]

This is a really good idea. The only thing I don't like that's worth mentioning is that the 20th level ability almost completely obseletes the special mount. At least, as a mount.

[mikeejimbo]

This is a really good idea. The only thing I don't like that's worth mentioning is that the 20th level ability almost completely obseletes the special mount. At least, as a mount.

The mount should get wings too! That way, it can fight along side you, even in the air.

[Abardam]

Divine Grace (Su): At 2nd level, a Paladin gains a bonus equal to his Charisma bonus (if any) on all saving throws.

Alternatively, a Paladin can use any or all of this healing power to deal damage to undead creatures. Using lay on hands in this way requires a successful melee touch attack and doesn’t provoke an attack of opportunity. The Paladin decides how many of his daily allotment of points to use as damage after successfully touching an undead creature.

Mistype?

Also, I like the mantles. But how would Grace work, say in a surprise round? Say an enemy wizard pops up all of a sudden and uses Power Word Kill on someone. The paladin still loses Grace and all his spells?

[Eighth_Seraph]

That. Would be. HOT. Have a mount that's not only a mount, but a fighting buddy? Maybe even give a new list for mounts: Pegasus instead of Heavy Warhorse for example. Also, I like the work on the new mantles Fax. I'm so copy/pasting this into Word and using first chance I get. Permission?

(EDIT) GAH! ninja's. Was referring to the mount thing. Also, I agree; grace is very difficult to keep. The party scout's going to get caught eventually.

[averagejoe]

The mount should get wings too! That way, it can fight along side you, even in the air.

It could gain the half celestial template!

[mikeejimbo]

That. Would be. HOT. Have a mount that's not only a mount, but a fighting buddy? Maybe even give a new list for mounts: Pegasus instead of Heavy Warhorse for example. Also, I like the work on the new mantles Fax. I'm so copy/pasting this into Word and using first chance I get. Permission?

(EDIT) GAH! ninja's. Was referring to the mount thing. Also, I agree; grace is very difficult to keep. The party scout's going to get caught eventually.

It could gain the half celestial template!

Yes and yes, I concur readily!

[Gralamin]

That. Would be. HOT. Have a mount that's not only a mount, but a fighting buddy? Maybe even give a new list for mounts: Pegasus instead of Heavy Warhorse for example. Also, I like the work on the new mantles Fax. I'm so copy/pasting this into Word and using first chance I get. Permission?

(EDIT) GAH! ninja's. Was referring to the mount thing. Also, I agree; grace is very difficult to keep. The party scout's going to get caught eventually.

Grace only is in effect if their in combat together I believe.

edit: Now Honor on the other hand, I'd say is for npcs ONLY

[Renegade Paladin]

Bah. Just get a gryphon for a mount and save all the hubbub about the wings making the mount obsolete.

[Abardam]

Wait, what if the paladin were in an army? He loses Grace if anyone on his side dies?

[mikeejimbo]

Wait, what if the paladin were in an army? He loses Grace if anyone on his side dies?

Then he doesn't take Grace. At least, I wouldn't, in the circumstances.

[cferejohn]

I like this alot. Really I like anything that gives the more linear classes some choice as they level up.

Is a Paladin obligated to take a mantle of faith every three levels or can he decide not to?

Also, just so I'm clear, when a paladin takes a new mantle, he immediately gets all of the powers for that mantle up to his level? So a paladin who takes abstinence at 19th level, say, would be immune to magical disease/poison and have the +2 bonus to mind-effecting spells?

[cferejohn]

Also, yeah, some of the mantles seem way either to keep than others. Unless Grace is going to give the Paladin an ability to to assume damage from others, he's going to lose this one all the time. Abstinence, on the other hand, isn't going to come up unless you've added some drugs in your campaign that give ability bonuses or something. I mean, I can't remember the last time I had a character drink something for any reason other than flavor.

Maybe the disadvantage Grace should have a range (i.e. an ally within 60' (or whatever)). Also, what counts as "falling." Being reduced to < 0 HP? Power word-sleep? Getting turned to stone? Lich's paralyzing touch? Hold person?

[geez3r]

I really like this. Aside from the few tweaks that should be made that are mentioned above, this is done very well.

[Abardam]

Grace would probably be very useful in a war, if it were not for that lose condition. I mean, Improved Evasion in medium armor? Take that, blasters!

[mikeejimbo]

Also, yeah, some of the mantles seem way either to keep than others. Unless Grace is going to give the Paladin an ability to to assume damage from others, he's going to lose this one all the time. Abstinence, on the other hand, isn't going to come up unless you've added some drugs in your campaign that give ability bonuses or something. I mean, I can't remember the last time I had a character drink something for any reason other than flavor.

From the wording, it seems to include potions.

[Indon]

Grace would probably be taken alongside things like Diligence and Temperance, and strikes me as a good setup for a low-combat campaign.

The customizability of this kind of Paladin is immense. You could easily make paladin oriented around killing big, scary demons or undead, or just as easily make one perfectly at home with rooting out wealthy criminals and taking them in for trial.

[Krimm_Blackleaf]

I like this. *Yoink*

[Shazzbaa]

It's kind of like writing your own paladin's code. Nifty. I really like the idea.

As I was reading I was thinking that some of the Mantles are things you wouldn't want to take without the rest of the PCs' consent. ^^; But then... paladins are kind of like that already, and this gives loads of options. I really don't have any problem with some Mantles being easier to keep than others -- it makes sense that some paladins are going to be more zealous, and are going to get more awesome stuff for it.

You'd really have to have a DM you get along with though. Some of the Mantles' requirements strike me as being fluffy enough to potentially become disputed.

[TheOOB]

I like the class, thought I think you need to add an atonement for each mantle. For instance if you take the abstinence mantle, and in a moment of weakness drink alchol, you could gain it back by fasting for a long period of time. Or you could regain the humility mantle back by living as a beggar for a month, something like that. I don't like the idea of perminate ability penalties for roleplaying mistakes.

[Fizban]

I would assume that the paladin can regain his mantles with the atonement spell just like other paladin powers? Anyway, my only suggestion is a table with short descriptions of the mantles, cause I'm lazy like that.

[TheOOB]

I've always hated the atonement spell. Atonement is a personal thing between you and the god(ess) you worship. Just as you lose the the ability via roleplay it should be regained via roleplay.

[cferejohn]

This could be expanded even further into Paladins with other alignments (or at least other Lawful alignments). Some of the things on here (like abstinence) aren't "good" per se, but are definitely Lawful. You could allow different mantles depending on the deity, somewhat like Cleric domains (except you get to keep picking them).

[Leush]

So how does patience interact with a ring od sustenance?

[Roderick_BR]

My only beefs are that most combat oriented classes usually don't have 0 level spells. I think it doesn't suit their flavor.
And the cap ability looks nice, but I still can't see a high level paladin gaining wings. I can't see them as armored angel stuff. Turning into a native outside is pretty good alreadt, seeing as he didn't get anything before. He could get something else instead of wings.
Overall, a nice take on him, without turning the paladin in a fighting machine like that variation on the WotC boards did.

[Morty]

Hm. I like it, except of wings. More flexibility is something paladin desperately needs. But wings just don't fit.

[Triaxx]

I mean, I can't remember the last time I had a character drink something for any reason other than flavor.

I can actually. I was running a game all the way back in 2nd Edition, and we were running the Baldur's Gate campaign on paper. After getting lost doing other things, we arrived in Nashkel, and no one knew what to do next, so we ended up in the tavern. The Paladin decided against drinking, but the fighters started buying drinks for information.