Oath of Freedom

The Oath of Freedom emboldens a paladin to champion the liberation of others, rejecting the chains of oppression and fighting for the inherent right to personal liberty. Often hailed as liberators, free thinkers, or champions of autonomy, these paladins commit themselves to breaking the constraints that shackle individuals, empowering the oppressed and standing against forces stifling cries for justice. While many who swear this oath hold allegiance to gods or ideals celebrating freedom and equality, they do not regard laws as inherently oppressive. Many advocate for just and fair governance, recognizing the necessity of order. On the other hand, there are those who view any restriction on free will as unnatural; contradicting the inherent order of things. Embracing diverse perspectives, these paladins stand firm against the grip of authoritarian rule. Their holy symbols often are decorated with symbols of open wings, reflecting their unwavering dedication to unshackled freedom.

TENETS OF FREEDOM

A paladin of the Oath of Freedom need not speak his oath, instead they live it according to these following tenets:

Shatter the Chains of Oppression. Strive tirelessly to break the shackles that bind the oppressed, dismantling systems of tyranny so that every being can pursue their path unburdened by unjust restrictions.

Empower the Voiceless. Champion the silenced and unheard, ensuring every voice, regardless of origin, resonates freely. Stand against those stifling cries for justice and equality.

Defy the Chains that Bind You. As an Oath of Freedom paladin, refuse constraints imposed upon you. Strive for personal freedom, defying any force inhibiting your right to choose your destiny.

Oath Spells

3rd-level Oath of Freedom feature

You gain oath spells at the paladin levels listed in the Oath of Freedom Spells table. See the Sacred Oath class feature for how oath spells work.

Oath of Freedom Spells

Channel Divinity

3rd-level Oath of Freedom feature

You gain the following Channel Divinity options. See the Sacred Oath class feature for how Channel Divinity works.

Liberating surge. You can use your Channel Divinity to inspire bravery and initiative into allies around you. As a bonus action, choose an amount of creatures you to your charisma modifier within 30 ft. those creatures can use their reactions to move their movement speed without provoking opportunity attacks. When a creature moves in this way they can move closer to a creature they are frightened of and they ignore any effects that would reduce their movement speed except for the grappled condition.

This channel divinity also effects the additional damage from improved divine strike when you get it.

Breaker of Chains. You can use your Channel Divinity to prepare a devastating smite. You can use a bonus action to prepare to unleash zealous strike onto your foe. you infuse your weapon with your fervent dedication to freedom so that the next divine smite you can add 10 to the damage dealt, this additional damage is radiant damage. Using divine smite in this way also allows you to smite objects instead of creatures if you choose.

Aura of Freedom

7th-level Oath of Freedom feature

You constantly emanate an inspiring aura while you aren't incapacitated. You and any creatures of your choice within 10 feet of you are under the constant effect of the freedom of movement spell.

At 18th level, the range of this aura increases to 30 feet.

Resilient Will

15th-level Oath of Freedom feature

Your will becomes unyielding will protects their mind from being manipulated. You gain advantage on Wisdom saving throws . Additionally, your unwavering determination grants you resistance to psychic damage.

Celestial Emancipator

20th-level Oath of Freedom feature

You gain the ability to harness the spirit of freedom. As an action, you can magically become an avatar of liberation, gaining the following benefits for 1 minute:

• Radiant wings sprout from your back giving you a 50ft. fly speed, they also shed bright light for 30ft. and dim light for an additional 30ft.
• When you take the Attack action on your turn, you can make one additional attack as part of that action.
• You have advantage on Dexterity saving throws.

Once you use this bonus action, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest, unless you expend a 5th-level spell slot to use it again.