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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Consonant Dude" data-source="post: 5804006" data-attributes="member: 6688791">I know not everybody will agree with this but I really think it's important to make the Paladin and Cleric as distinct as possible from each other. In certain editions, they are too much alike in fluff and mechanics.The problem is that the Cleric class was historically kind of bland. It never found its niche. I remember thinking back when 3e was released: "Wow, they really gave a shot in the arm to the neglected thief" but I wish they had done the same with clerics. Here are a few steps to make him more invaluable: Make him a referenceThe cleric should be the person to turn to when you want to look in the heart and soul of beings. The capability of detecting alignments for instance, should be entirely the province of clerics. It's much better for the Paladin to be some sort of paragon and heroic (or villain) figure that can be a little misguided and clueless. He knows stuffI see the cleric as a wise individual. More than any other class, his knowledge comes either from a very hermetic tradition (passed from the clergy) or direct inspiration from a higher power. Whatever the case maybe, that guy knows a lot. He's probably considered an erudite in his culture. Clerics should know stuff nobody else does or have access to archives few can imagined. The ultimate networkerWhether it's monotheist or polytheist, in his culture he is revered and that should count. The cleric probably opens doors that would otherwise be closed, gets extra help when needed from locals. The rules of hospitality probably applies in many places, even where is religion is not the primary ones. Make him invaluable not just with undead but all kinds of foul, unholy creatures. That guy should be a monster hunter an exorcist. I would also make it the only class with "instant healing" powers. Sure, a druid will cure you with herbs and stuff but that'll take time. I just think he deserves more than wielding a weapon and heal people.</blockquote>

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