Oath of Pride (2024)

Oath of Pride History:

Ella's rise to prominence began with her defiance against the established pantheon. Refusing to bow to any god and their new order, she challenged and defeated hundreds of divine beings, earning her the title "Killer of Gods." Her victories were not just battles of strength but also of will and pride. She believed that true divinity came not from worship but from the relentless pursuit of one's own ideals and the refusal to submit to any force, divine or otherwise.

Founding of the Order:

The Oath of Pride was established by the first paladins who were drawn to Ella's unbreakable spirit. These paladins, known as the Pridebound, swore an oath that mirrored Ella's ethos: to never back down, to always stand tall, and to seek greatness in all things. They believed that by embodying Ella's pride, they could achieve feats beyond the reach of ordinary mortals.

The first Pridebound paladins were warriors who had grown disillusioned with the existing orders and their gods. They saw in Ella a kindred spirit, a divine being who did not demand subservience but inspired greatness. These early followers formed a tight-knit order, bound by their oath and their shared reverence for Ella's ideals. They became known for their unyielding courage, their refusal to retreat, and their belief in their own inherent greatness.

The Code of Pride:

The Oath of Pride is more than just a set of principles; it is a way of life. The Pridebound adhere to a strict code that emphasizes self-reliance, unwavering confidence, and the pursuit of personal glory. Their tenets include:

Never Yield: A Pridebound paladin must never back down from a challenge, no matter the odds. To retreat is to betray the essence of pride.

Stand Tall: Confidence and self-assurance are paramount. A Pridebound paladin must always carry themselves with dignity and pride.

Seek Greatness: Complacency is the enemy. The Pridebound are always striving for greater achievements and higher goals, they strive to always be on top.

Defend Honor: Personal honor and the honor of the order must be defended at all costs. Any slight or insult must be met with swift retribution.

Inspire Others: Through their actions and demeanor, Pridebound paladins inspire others to embrace their own pride and potential.

Legacy and Influence:

Throughout the ages, the Oath of Pride has produced some of the most legendary heroes and infamous villains. Their stories are often marked by acts of incredible bravery and, sometimes, reckless ambition. They are respected and feared in equal measure, for a Pridebound paladin is a force to be reckoned with, driven by an inner fire that refuses to be extinguished.

The influence of the Oath of Pride extends beyond the order itself. Many warriors and leaders, even those not formally bound by the oath, find inspiration in Ella's legend and the ideals of the Pridebound. In times of great peril, when hope seems lost, the example of a Pridebound paladin standing firm against all odds can reignite the spirit of an entire army or nation.

Oath Spells

You gain access to the following spells at the specified paladin levels:

Paladin Level	Spells
3rd	Command, Heroism
5th	Enthrall, Mirror Image
9th	Beacon of Hope, Counterspell
13th	Greater Invisibility, Confusion
17th	Dominate Person, Wall of Force

Oath of Pride Channel Divinity

When you take this oath at 3rd level, you gain the following Channel Divinity options:

• Prideful Presence: As an action, you can radiate an aura of superiority. Creatures of your choice within 30 feet must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw (DC = 8 + your proficiency + Charisma modifier) or be frightened of you for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the save at the end of its turn.

• Exalted Strike: When you hit a creature with a melee weapon attack, you can use your Channel Divinity to deal extra radiant damage equal to twice your paladin level. Additionally, the creature must make a Constitution saving throw or be blinded until the end of your next turn.

Aura of Excellence

Starting at 7th Level

Your presence fuels others with determination. Whenever you or a friendly creature within 10 feet scores a critical hit, that creature gains temporary hit points equal to your Charisma modifier + your proficiency bonus (minimum 1). Additionally, at the start of each creature's turn within the aura, they gain temporary hit points equal to your Charisma modifier if they have none remaining.

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

Unyielding Pride

Starting at 15th Level
Your pride keeps you standing when others would fall. When you are reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can choose to drop to 1 hit point instead. When you do, you immediately gain temporary hit points equal to your Charisma modifier + your proficiency bonus (minimum 1). Additionally, while conscious, you have advantage on saving throws against being paralyzed or stunned.

Once you use this feature, you must finish a long rest before you can use it again.

Avatar of Perfection

Starting at Level 20
You can assume the form of an idealized, exalted version of yourself for 1 minute. As an action, you gain the following benefits:

• You emit bright light in a 30-foot radius. Creatures of your choice in the light must make a Wisdom saving throw or have disadvantage on all attack rolls and ability checks while in the light.
• Once per turn, when you hit with a melee weapon attack, you can force the target to make a Charisma saving throw or be incapacitated until the start of your next turn.
• You and friendly creatures within 30 feet are immune to being restrained or charmed.

Once you use this feature, you cannot do so again until you finish a long rest.