As I mentioned in the past (like
here, but that's only one among others —this is a very recurrent topic), I hope that we can select a deity
regardless of our Class or Background.
For instance, I might want to be :
- a Druid, with the Sage Background, who is an adept of Eldath.
- a Drow Ranger, with the Noble Background, who follows Mielikki.
- an Uthgard Barbarian, with the Outlander Background naturally, who is very big about following the ways of Tempus (much like Lae'zel is big about Vlaakith).
- a Monk, with the Urchin Background, who is a follower of Shar and a member of the Order Of The Dark Moon.
What is needed is the option to select a Deity for everyone, in the same way that Clerics choose their deity. (Ideally, this would go in the "Origin" tab.)
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EDIT.
I've just realised this Deity discussion is somewhat off-topic.
Going back to the initial post, I share the same sentiment.
Wizards Of The Coast decided to make Paladin Class less binding, less restrictive, roleplay-wise. Much in the way that they've been working on making the whole game more and more inclusive, and about playing who you want to play, rather than playing who the designers have in mind with each class.
For instance, a Druid's arc is no longer required to involve challenging the Archdruid at level 14.
Likewise, Paladins players are no longer encouraged to play Lawful Stupid and argue with their DM about whether or not their choices for their character are in agreement with what the book/the DM says.
So it's disappointing to see Larian do a full 180° on WOTC's direction, and reinstate the bad old GM who says "your Paladin didn't act how I think they should act, I'm taking away your (Sub-)Class powers. You're now Oathbreaker".
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Also, +1 for Pointy Hat. I like his videos. Cleric Corner is also good, for the folks who are not allergic to reflavoring.
