Gamer question

Crescentinus · #1 Jun 16, '12, 6:22 am

I know this is odd, but the typical depiction of a paladin in role-playing games is that of a priest.-type character. My question is, would it be a smart idea if the paladin is depicted as a deacon-type character that could wield swords as well as maces?

/runs

**JharekCarnelian** · #2 Jun 16, '12, 6:26 am

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Originally Posted by Crescentinus

I know this is odd, but the typical depiction of a paladin in role-playing games is that of a priest.-type character. My question is, would it be a smart idea if the paladin is depicted as a deacon-type character that could wield swords as well as maces?

/runs

Paladins in D and D and similar games generally do wield swords. You are thinking of Clerics who often have that whole 'mace or blunt' weapons ethos derived from medieval codes about not spilling blood.

Crescentinus · #3 Jun 16, '12, 6:30 am

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Paladins in D and D and similar games generally do wield swords. You are thinking of Clerics who often have that whole 'mace or blunt' weapons ethos derived from medieval codes about not spilling blood.

Asides from the ethos and equipment, what are the other differences?It's not just in D and D but also in other games. o:
For instance, the Diablo II series, Paladins do carry maces, clubs and scepters. However, they do wield other weapons such as swords and spears.

So, if Cleric-class characters are based from Catholic priests, how about Paladin-class characters?

**JharekCarnelian** · #4 Jun 16, '12, 6:33 am

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Originally Posted by Crescentinus

Asides from the ethos and equipment, what are the other differences?It's not just in D and D but also in other games. o:
For instance, the Diablo II series, Paladins do carry maces, clubs and scepters. However, they do wield other weapons such as swords and spears.

So, if Cleric-class characters are based from Catholic priests, how about Paladin-class characters?

The original Paladins were the foremost warriors of Charlemagne's court. But they have become something of a chivalrous stereotype in RPGs.

Crescentinus · #5 Jun 16, '12, 6:34 am

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The original Paladins were the foremost warriors of Charlemagne's court. But they have become something of a chivalrous stereotype in RPGs.

So, in theory, would it be a smart idea to have a Paladin-class character as a deacon or should the Paladin-class character be a layman? o:

PaladinSword · #6 Jul 16, '12, 5:04 pm

As you might be able to tell, I always play Paladin. Also Final Fantasy IV is fantastic!

Interhawk · #7 Jul 16, '12, 5:45 pm

Just had to reply in support of "Final Fantasy IV is fantastic" :-)
Cecil used a sword, so yeah, sword.

Crescentinus · #8 Jul 16, '12, 7:16 pm

So, can a deacon be a paladin and vice-versa?

PaladinSword · #9 Jul 17, '12, 12:17 am

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So, can a deacon be a paladin and vice-versa?

Deacons are Clergy and I don't believe they can wield weapons.

Paladins are more like the Knights Templar. They are like a combination between clergy and knighthood. They are usually depicted as sword wielding warriors who have holy powers through the participation of a relationship with a deity. They usually have strong religious convictions or are sent on a mission by their deity. One of the abilities of paladins in D&D is lay on hands which heals a party members hp. Ability wise they are like the combination of a cleric and a warrior but in appearance they are more like Knights. As someone previously stated they are based on legendary figures in the court of Charlemagne, The song of Roland, or the Knights of the Round Table.

PaladinSword · #10 Jul 17, '12, 12:23 am

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Originally Posted by Interhawk

Just had to reply in support of "Final Fantasy IV is fantastic" :-)
Cecil used a sword, so yeah, sword.

Playing it for the first time coincided with my reversion to the Church and my own eventual knighthood so it has a very special place in my heart.

Also to the OP I believe you should try this game as it will give you a better idea of a classic paladin.

Crescentinus · #11 Jul 17, '12, 12:25 am

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Playing it for the first time coincided with my reversion to the Church and my own eventual knighthood so it has a very special place in my heart.

Also to the OP I believe you should try this game as it will give you a better idea of a classic paladin.

I've finished playing FFIV and even Final Fantasy Tactics Advance on a GBA emulator months ago.