Finally Finished my 5e Paladin Oath. At the bottom of our paladin oaths list is. by Irennan » Tue May 16, 2017 1:03 pm, Post At least according to the Player's Handbook. @ChrisPerkinsDnD @mikemearls Would Eilistraee call a male drow to be a paladin? Eilistraee (eil-iss-tray-yee) is a melancholy, moody deity. Update 7: Made very minor adjustments to the main file, adding some info from the Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes (The entry about Eilistraee doesn't have anything that isn't already included here). Orange: OK options, or useful options that only apply in rare circumstances 3. A Halfling Oath of the Ancients paladin that defends a Brothel because of beauty and happiness it brings to world, doesn't seem like it would … All the deities also can cast healing spells. Charitable Hands (Su): Using Lay on Hands on yourself is a Swift action, so you can afford to do it more frequently to compensate for the lost healing. However, this treacherous path may lead a paladin to greater temptations than those would wield divine powers, and whether this road leads to salvation or damnation has yet to be seen. by Nightbreeze » Sun May 07, 2017 6:26 pm, Post Oath Spells: The Nature Paladin’s Oath Spells aren’t the best, but Paladins don’t suffer from poor spell selection given their ability to channel spell slots into divine smite. Paladins who take the Oath of Glory believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. Oath spells don't count against the number of spells you can prepare each day. Ancient fits her, it shares a lot with her ideals. My main question revolves around societal choices he might make. Or how a paladin of Eilistraee would even act or his ideals would be. Source: Mythic Odysseys of Theros, Tasha's Cauldron of Everything. What makes a Paladin has changed over editions and below you’ll find several flavours your Oath-bound warrior can take. On helping others Eilistraeens were bidden to aid and protect all folks in need, of any race, whether weak or strong, kind or rude, and to promote harmony and acceptance among all races. Oath of Fellowship. It's right here but I just noticed that Eilistraee didn't give him the potion, Lloth did, but Eilistraee made the poison. If someone has been wronged, be it by small Goblins or an intimidating Dragon, Vengeance Paladins look to set things right through physical confrontation. her reputation, spreading the word that the Dark Dancer is GOOD and not a trickster)… 7. Spellcasting Focus You can use a holy Symbol as a Spellcasting Focus for your Paladin Spells. Paladins swearing the Oath of Conscription are bound to infernal powers rather than their own gods, trying to either redeem evildoers or at least utilize them for the greater good. My answer from an hour or two ago works just as well here. Paladins who take the Oath of Glory believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. Eilistraee appears as an unclad, glossy-skinned drow woman of great height with ankle-length, sweeping hair of glowing silver. Their oath is their bond and it's a powerful guide for how the Paladin acts in whatever situation they find themselves in. by Nightbreeze » Tue May 09, 2017 12:59 am, Post Up to this time you have been in a preparatory stage, committed to the path but not yet sworn to it. Jun 19, 2020 - OC Shara Drow Paladin of Eilistraee Oath of the Ancients DnD As someone pretty familiar with the Realms, I know that Drow are universally hated (rightfully so!). Eilistraee doesn't really reflect that, but there's an oath that seems to be crafted just for her, and that's the Oath of the Ancients. Rather than protecting the meek, these Paladins seek to end evil right at the source. by Irennan » Tue May 16, 2017 3:05 pm, Post These paladins embrace the shadows to carry out the work that can not be done in the light. They are skilled in combat and magic and can be knights, heroes, or even villains depending on oath and alignment. by Nightbreeze » Sun May 07, 2017 10:56 pm, Post I will use the color coding scheme which has become common among Pathfinder build handbooks, which is simple to understand and easy to read at a glance. In that vein, I have created a great backstory I’m in love with for a Drow Paladin of Eilistraee. M. Manabarbs First Post. That is in-game religions; please leave real-world religion out of it. There is almost no limit to roleplaying a paladin in DnD with the oath of ancients. The Oath of Shadows is a secretive order, with few knowing of it’s very existence. What I don’t know is how exactly a follower of Eilistraee would handle this. From what I get, yours is a permanent aura. My answer from an hour or two ago works just as well here. The Oath of the Radiant Soul calls to paladins who seek to triumph over evil’s darkness with holy light. Reply. The Paladin is normally the paragon of hope, the light for those who cannot fight back. [quote="Nightbreeze":198vr4cy]Ok I got an idea here's what i'm gonna do i'm keeping the Curse thing but i'm making it so at first the curse only affects the person who takes the oath but at 5th level the oath taker can project the curse onto an enemy how it will work is this. While Oath of the Ancients gives some Nature themed examples, the Tenants are certainly more general than that. But not this one. In the game world, she is a goddess in the drow pantheon, and her portfolios are song, dance, swordwork, hunting, moonlight and beauty. Jun 14, 2019 - [OC] Shara, Drow Paladin of Eilistraee, Oath of the Ancients : DnD Sacred Oath When you reach 3rd Level, you swear the oath that binds you as a Paladin forever. How can she be a paladin if she worships Eilistraee? 7.2: Added the Darksong Knight paladin Oath.The mechanics of the class are Dario Boemio's work. Or how a paladin of Eilistraee would even act or his ideals would be. few spells and some channel divinity. This 5E Paladin optimisation guide covers the latest fighting styles, Oaths and subclasses from the Players Handbook to Xanathar’s Guide to Everything.. A Paladin swears to uphold their Oath, their force of will on doing what is ‘right’ pushes them to strive forward. All are free to talk about it here. her reputation, spreading the word that the Dark Dancer is GOOD and not a trickster)… Top 10 most viewed paladin Sacred Oaths. Share your thoughts, experiences and the tales behind the art. Paladin Level Feature 3rd Oath Spells, Channel Divinity 7th Aura of Mystery (20 ft.) 15th Fool’s Luck 18th Aura of Mystery (40 ft.) 20th Fortune’s Favor Oath Spells You gain oath spells at the paladin levels listed in the Oath of the Trickster Spells table. You are to become a knight. Paladins only have to be Lawful Good, they can allign themselves to any deity or to no deity at all. Your oath allows you to channel divine energy to fuel magical effects. So I've been wanting to make a drow or half-drow paladin of Eilistraee for a while now, and I'm thinking of doing one for Dungeon of the Mad Mage. I think the three we … Oath of The Chalice . Ancient fits her, it shares a lot with her ideals. Oath of Charity is a great flavor for a Paladin, and can help the Paladin to step up as the party's primary healer. The Oath of Sanity is the oath of someone that has survived exposure to the horrors that lay beyond the veil. by Irennan » Tue May 16, 2017 8:12 pm, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. (Can't be the paladin, unless he's met her avatar personally and been enthralled.) The vow to not use bows is also a nice homage to her. Gathering place for good drow and followers of Eilistraee, Moderators: Shir'le E. Illios, Bhaern Quel, Post At the bottom of our paladin oaths list is. These paladins—sometimes called antipaladins, dark paladins, or death knights—represent the antithesis of the ideal paladin.Paladins who take this oath see themselves as divine instruments of reckoning and foretellers of armageddon. Hmm; who isn't familiar with the goddess? However, if you can update it or think of a way to further improve it, then please feel free to contribute. Oath of Devotion. I'm currently playing a Moon Elf Ranger who's an Eilistraee follower and I want to create an Oath that's an offshoot of the Darksong Knights. What makes a Paladin has changed over editions and below you’ll find several flavours your Oath-bound warrior can take. Oath of the Ancients. Eilistraee, also referred to as "The Dark Maiden", is a fictional deity in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game. They are skilled in combat and magic and can be knights, heroes, or even villains depending on oath and alignment. Jun 14, 2020 - 2020 Best Character Concept [OC] Shara, Drow Paladin of Eilistraee, Oath of the Ancients : DnD - [OC] Shara, Drow Paladin of Eilistraee, Oath of the Ancients : DnD Their oath is their bond and it's a powerful guide for how the Paladin acts in whatever situation they find themselves in. Taking the Oath of Vengeance puts the Paladin on a path to punish all who would commit grievous sin. Paladin Oath Oath of Sanity. Reply. by Irennan » Sun May 07, 2017 4:51 am, Post Your powerful lord stands before you, reciting an oath that you repeat, committing yourself to the tenets. 1. If so, what Oath would it be? A paladin of Eilistraee would defend the honor of his goddess (i.e. Share your thoughts, experiences and the tales behind the art. Sometimes called cavaliers, white knights, or holy warriors, these paladins meet the ideal of the knight in shining armor, acting with honor in pursuit of justice and the greater good. I don't like that to be honest, because then that limits a lot. by Nightbreeze » Tue May 16, 2017 4:26 pm, Post Oath of the Radiant Soul. Those who contemplated her could feel as if they had found the answer to all that their soul ever longed for, but upon her leaving, they would experience a feeling of deep loss, or even desolation, though only for a brief time (as Sharlario Moonflower and his son, Cornaith, felt when the Dark Dancer manifested to them, warning them of the dangers of Ilythiir). If someone has been wronged, be it by small Goblins or an intimidating Dragon, Vengeance Paladins look to set things right through physical confrontation. But not this one. The same applies to the oath of conquest. Eilistraee, also referred to as "The Dark Maiden", is a fictional deity in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game. Eilistraee is a Featured Article! > In D&D how many official paladin oaths are there and what are they? Charitable Hands (Su): Using Lay on Hands on yourself is a Swift action, so you can afford to do it more frequently to compensate for the lost healing. Paladins who have sworn an oath of conquest usually are not like the stereotypical paladin. by Irennan » Tue May 09, 2017 10:32 am, Post It is one of the best articles created by the Forgotten Realms Wiki community. A paladin of Eilistraee would defend the honor of his goddess (i.e. From now on, you are not a fighter with a slew of weapons and armour; you are not a scholar of magical spells; you are the righteous paladin of this oath who will carve a legend into the history books with tales of your devotion. Some paladins serve other forces, the deep, and darker desires of mankind need to be championed as well, after all. While most who have glimpsed into the Far Realm suffer instant and irrevocable madness, these Paladins have glimpsed beyond and … If it is an oath, then Moonbrand is not really a buff if compared to your version. Eilistraee doesn't really reflect that, but there's an oath that seems to be crafted just for her, and that's the Oath of the Ancients. Looking at Eilistraee's portfolio, Ancients and Redemption seem to be the most obvious oaths for her, but I thought it might be interesting to go with Vengeance instead. Since the Chosen of Eilistraee is a religious oriented player group, naturally there is a place to have theological discussions. I do not see in history that Eilistraee gave her Father a healing poison, only that he arrow was misdirected by Lolth injuring her Father. Deep within the folds of the Player’s Handbook comes an Oath against those who seek to harm. Paladins swearing the Oath of Conscription are bound to infernal powers rather than their own gods, trying to either redeem evildoers or at least utilize them for the greater good. I have the basic stats worked up but I'm having trouble with coming up with a name, as of right now I'm calling it Oath Of The Hunters Moon. She is greatly angered by the evil of most drow but glad that some have worked their way free of the Spider Queen’s web. Maybe the character should be able to launch 5 magic missiles against non enemies of faith, and 9 against enemies of faith. The patron of good-aligned drow and those of that race who wish to live in the Realms Above in peace, Eilistraee (eil-iss-tray-yee) is a melancholy, moody deity. > In D&D how many official paladin oaths are there and what are they? As someone pretty familiar with the Realms, I know that Drow are universally hated (rightfully so!). How can she be a paladin if she worships Eilistraee? Death Knight; Dragonknight There are also a few nice oath spells like Compelled Duel and Circle of Power. blackangelyume Jul 25, 2008. One major drawback of the subclass is that while you have many options for absorbing damage, the Oath of the Crown does little for actually boosting your tank. Sacred Oath When you reach 3rd Level, you swear the oath that binds you as a Paladin forever. Here's what I have so far in terms of stats I'm still working out the Tenets though. The kind of paladin that hunts down the enemis of his religion and so on. Blue: Fantastic options, often essential to the function of your character. I don't like that to be honest, because then that limits a lot. If you gain an oath spell that doesn't appear on the paladin spell list, the spell is nonetheless a paladin spell for you. The Paladin is normally the paragon of hope, the light for those who cannot fight back. For that matter having just shot someone it appears unlikely anyone would let the daughter that close to finish the job. A Paladin is a character who has sworn an Oath of some kind and devotes themselves to that cause. Rather than protecting the meek, these Paladins seek to end evil right at the source. Oath of Charity is a great flavor for a Paladin, and can help the Paladin to step up as the party's primary healer. Well you do have a problem with hunting enemies. Paladin Level Feature 3rd Oath Spells, Channel Divinity 7th Aura of Mystery (20 ft.) 15th Fool’s Luck 18th Aura of Mystery (40 ft.) 20th Fortune’s Favor Oath Spells You gain oath spells at the paladin levels listed in the Oath of the Trickster Spells table. In my version, you'd lose that aura, also lose the permanent aura of protection of the paladin, and then gain those when you activate Moonbrand, and only for a limited numbers of times per short rest and for a limited time. In terms of having the abilities be used against everyone, the only two abilities that can only be used against enemies of the faith are Turn Adversary and Dark Maiden's Harbinger the others can be used against everyone. The kind of paladin that hunts down the enemis of his religion and so on. A Paladin is a character who has sworn an Oath of some kind and devotes themselves to that cause. 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