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Paladin

Holy knight of valor, blending martial skill with divine magic.

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Overview

Drawn from The Power of the Gods in-game book.EQ1Primary · official · best available source

and its effect upon The Land of Norrath

It has been many years since the land has felt the presence of the humanoid races. It has seen the rise and fall of empires. In time all of these mighty empires may fall, but one thing is certain; The gods will forever remain and so shall ye if ye serve them. A holy knight is rare, for it involves the cleanliness of both body and mind. To walk the path of virtue is in fact a difficult task. Temptation will be felt at every corner, every whisper in your ear. The time will come when a choice must be made, and the holy knight makes the choice best suited for valor and honor. Walk the path of virtue and you shall remain forever true to the One.

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Official Lore

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The Fall From Grace

In-game bookVerant/SOE

I be tellin' ye that I know the way me mate fell from the grace of his god there. He be fightin' and bashin' out in front of Butcher. The gobbies were movin' in makin' their presence known, and the King 'imself was there fightin. We got 'em back, pushin' and pushin' till they ain't fightin' any more but he went on a fightin'.

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SoulFire Text

NPC dialogueVerant/SOE

You say, ‘Hail, Kalatrina Plossen’ Kalatrina Plossen says ‘Hail! Welcome to the Hall of Truth. We, the Knights of Truth, are all the hope this city has of loosening the grip of Lucan D’lere and his militia. I seek a young knight to [serve the will of the Truthbringer].’ You say, ‘I serve the will of the Truthbringer.’

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The Redeemer

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You say, ‘Hail, Irak Altil’ Irak Altil says ‘Ah ______, it is so good to see you again. I hope my sword has been treating you well. What [brings you here], friend?’ You say, ‘What brings me here?’ Irak Altil says ‘Yes, what is your purpose here? Perhaps you are curious as to how I’ve gotten here? Would you [like me to tell you]?’

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Paladin Epic Quest

NPC dialogueVerant/SOE

You say, "what are you mumbling about?" You say, "I will get you your dinner." Jark says 'Har, I know you were a good sort. Nella has it. Shes out there somewhere in the lower areas. She likes to visit the temple so maybe shes there. Just tell er Jark sent ya and she'll prolly have everythin ready fer me.

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EverQuest Manual — Paladin

ManualVerant/SOE · 2001

Paladin A Paladin is a holy knight, fighting for the cause of good in all aspects of life. She shares some Clerical powers and fights nearly as well as a Warrior, and possesses the innate ability to Lay Hands.

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From Pond to Paladin, Vol. II

In-game bookVerant/SOE

Morell-Thule, the forsaken son of Cazic, and brother of Terris, took notice of Terris manipulations of the slumbering God, for while Terris is the Queen of Nightmares, Morell is the King of Dreams.

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Delanus The Doubtful

Official articleVerant

…Paladin Pride and foolishness cost me my sword. Once a great warrior, I traveled the lands slaying the weak. I strove to make Rallos Zek proud. Yet, I doubted. I yearned for a visit from my God, yet he never found me worthy enough. Thus, I began to loose faith. Not only in Rallos Zek, I lost faith in all the gods.

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Halfling Paladin Note

In-game bookVerant/SOE

Your talents and interests in nurturing and defending of our lands and citizens, and your selfless devotion to The Rainlord, Karana, has been acknowledged by the Storm Reapers of Rivervale. Deliver this note of acknowledgment to Kaya Cloudfoot and she will instruct you further on your path to becoming a Paladin of the Storm Reapers.

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Gnome Paladin Note

In-game bookVerant/SOE

The Abbey of Deep Musing has recognized your faith in our creator, Brell Serilis, The Duke of Below. You are invited to join The Deep Muses as a Paladin, an elite defender of Ak'Anon and Brells faithful denizens of the Underfoot. Deliver this note of acknowledgment to Lewis Reldnok at the Abbey of Deep Musings to begin your training.

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Shin Master Grubbus, Rathe Mountains

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"Welcome back, young Shin. I hope your training is going well. I have made note of your progress as best I can, and you are truly following in the footsteps of Marr with every day that passes. As a paladin of Marr we must uphold His name and destroy those that wish to bring evil upon our people.

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Guild Summons - Paladins of the Underfoot

NPC dialogueVerant/SOE

…Datur Nightseer says, 'Welcome to our temple. We are the paladins of the Church of Underfoot. I am lord of our holy order. I call upon you to assist us in the defense of Kaldim. Speak with the master paladins or priests and find ways to prove your allediance to Brell.' The Folded Parchment reads: We would be honored if you would join us in serving the will of…

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Guild Summons - Cathedral of Fortitude

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…Join our crusade to rid evil and disease from our beautiful lands. Visit Master Tynkale, Priest of Tunare. Give him this note, and he will accept you in and help begin your training. Good luck young paladin. Tynkale says, 'Greetings, young paladin! I am Master Tynkale of the Clerics of Tunare.

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Guild Summons - Deepwater Paladin

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You say, 'Hail, Weligon Steelherder' Weligon Steelherder says, 'Hail, Teddee! This is the Deepwater Temple. Here you shall find the wisdom and courage of Prexus, the Ocean Lord. I am glad to see you have an interest. Forgive me if I cut our conversation short, but I have many [Deepwater tasks] to complete.' A tattered note reads:

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Guild Summons - Hall of Truth Paladin

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a tattered note reads: Go to North Freeport and cross the river to the Hall of Truth. Give this note to Valeron Dushire and join the Knights of Truth in spreading the word of Mithaniel Marr. You say, 'Hail, Valeron Dushire' Valeron Dushire says, 'I am Sir Valeron Dushire, leader of the order of the Knights of Truth.

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Community articles

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Fan-written encyclopedia entries — useful overviews, lower authority than the primary sources above.

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Patron deities
deity:brell-serilis
deity:prexus
deity:tunare
deity:karana
deity:mithaniel-marr
deity:erollisi-marr
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