Paladins

Hello,

Can someone please explain to me what a Paladin is? I've never met one before this passed Baronial Feast. What are they? What do they do? What does it mean to be one? I apologize for rambling but I'm confused. Some have told me they're part of the Light Church and I've heard that Arawyn herself chose these folks to be her champions. I even heard a rumor that they've something to do with the foulness of magics. All I know is that they can use the 'light' and are good with swords.

Sincerely,
A confused Barbarian

My own knowledge of them is limited, but I can say they are not formally part of the Church of Light.

As I understand it, they exist as paragons that stand above our worldly concerns and champion the very concept of Good, without bias or seeing that Good as part of their own agendas. The rest is apparently a secret only one who is judged worthy learns, or perhaps the secret is only the worthy can understand the secret.

Their history in Kormyre is actually somewhat sad. Originally they stood as protectors and respected advisers, until a corrupt King dishonored their pact. In so doing the King made war against the resistant Paladins and they became secretive and reluctant to show themselves while still championing Good. The King who succeeded the corrupt one begged the Paladins to return, however, in their exile the Paladins found that they could work more effectively concealed as they were than out in the open. So it remains today.

This may be just a rumor, but wasn't the previous Lord of Pendarvin, Ardentfyre a Paladin? ANd sure he used magics, but he was a good man. I'd follow him into battle any day.

Signed, With Truth,
Jack Dimms.

If you have any specific questions feel free to ask, though my oath forbids me grom going into detail on many of the finer points i will do my best to answer.

Magnus, Paladin of the order of the white fox

*** Not Birgitta***

I would love to interview a Paladin this coming moon if one is available on Feast days. Perhaps to put it into the Chronicle.

Lori Blackstone

Having been an Acolyte to the Order which Magnus speaks of, I'd be happy to answer any questions about the Paladins. The secrets aren't all that difficult to understand, and their history is different from what Aldric has written.

If I may, at this coming feast I would very much like to speak with each of you at different times and ask one specific question. Of course it may lead to other questions but so far just a single question for each of the paladins of both dark and light would be nice.

Lori, it might be best if you spoke to Sir Magnus, Sir Cinder if he is in the proper, or another following their path.

**** not Birgitta***

My intent is to interview a few if possible with the same series of questions. The information placed here will help to formulate those questions. Sir Magnus and Sir Cinder have not yet responded but if they do I would love to interview them both at their convenience. I thank my volunteers in advance for their offers.

Lori Blackstone

I must say, I am honored by the effort thee expend in attempting to discredit my comments, Atrus. I must be doing something right to merit such attention. Yes, Atrus, I know: "I comment because you know nothing." The compliment is in the intent not the words. I thank thee, sincerely.

I would be happy to, though understand there is much i cannot say.

Magnus

****not Birgitta****

This is intended to be the Paladins public voices. It is given that such an organization, by its nature has secrets. The form of the questions will be such to honor the secrecy necessary to keep that organizations secrets. The fact that we have former, current and other types is a wonderful balance already. I am very excited for this. Please let me know when each of you, who have volunteered for these interviews, will be available during feast. I note each are male thus gentlemen, please if you see a fellow in interview, respect the space and do not interrupt. For those watching this notice I ask patience to see the answers as the written word and do not eavesdrop. If there is anyone someone knows, who will need this read to them after it's gone to print I would be happy to read for them. Just let me know.



Lori Blackstone

Dear Lori,

I wonder if I might trouble to accompany you on some of these interviews? If it is a private affair, I understand and will suffer no insult.

It is good you are well and I hope you are continuing to paint! Will you have any new and unique works this feast?


Dear Atrus,

I would LOVE to talk about your paladin acolyte days! We must chat soon! I hope you are well...

**** not Birgitta ****

Miss Swyft,

If the gentlemen in question do not mind an observer I have no issue with a single persons presence as witness. You may be just the person to insure a fair and equal representation in the article from the various gentlemen but you should be present for each interview if you wish to do this.

Lori Blackstone

Miss Blackstone, it would be my honor! I look forward to it.

I would be interested in hearing from both Sir Magnus and Karkat on this note. I'm sure it would be quite enlightening. I shall have to seek the both of you out this upcoming feast.

A student of the world,
Seeker of the Lost Word,
Illyrin Soral

Sadly none of these persons came to speak in the matters of Paladin. I do realize the insanity of activities however I did keep myself available as much as possible. Sadly this means there will be no article forthcoming regarding this topic in the Chronicle next month. Perhaps another time.

Lorien Blackstone

Contact me by letter Lorien, I do not know your face and as you were the one seeking knowledge I did not try to seek you out. I can be found in Mordavia.

Contact made. Questions sent. Anyone else willing to correspond via letter please let me know. The same series of questions will be used for all.

Thank you for your assistance.

Lorien Blackstone