Paladin D&D 2024 Full Class Review (Goodbye Nova Damage!?)

Is the 2024 Paladin still the righteous, oathbound knight that you remember? We're here to break down all the changes from the 2014 Paladin and see how this iconic class holds up in the newest edition of Dungeons & Dragons.

In this video, I'm Dr. DM, and alongside me is Kyle the Mind Flayer Slayer. We'll guide you through every level of the Paladin, covering the new Lay on Hands feature, the exciting additions to spellcasting, the revamped Divine Smite, and the enhanced Channel Divinity. We'll also discuss the new subclasses, including Oath of Glory, Oath of Ancients, and the fan-favorite Oath of Vengeance.

We'll explore what these changes mean for your action economy, how Paladins now compare to other classes, and whether these updates make the Paladin stronger or if they’ve taken a hit. Stick around for our final thoughts and tier ranking to see if the Paladin is still worthy of its legendary status!

Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction & Overview
0:45 - Level 1: Lay on Hands (Bonus Action & New Mechanics)
1:24 - Level 1: Spellcasting & Weapon Mastery
3:08 - Level 1: Fighting Styles & Divine Smite Changes
5:53 - Level 3: Subclass Overview & Channel Divinity
7:19 - New Subclasses: Devotion, Oath of Glory, Oath of Ancients, Oath of Vengeance
8:14 - Level 5: Faithful Steed & Mount Mechanics
8:45 - Level 9: Abjure Foes & Frighten Mechanics
9:14 - Level 10: Aura of Courage & Aura Expansion
9:48 - Level 11: Radiant Strikes & Unarmed Smites
10:15 - Level 14: Restoring Touch & Lay on Hands Enhancement
10:30 - Level 19: Epic Boons & Endgame Power
10:50 - Final Thoughts & Tier Ranking: Is the Paladin Still an S-Class?

Why You Should Watch:
If you're a fan of the Paladin class or just curious about the 2024 updates to D&D, this video is a must-watch! We break down everything from changes in core mechanics to how the Paladin stacks up in terms of power and versatility. Whether you're a veteran player or new to D&D, our detailed analysis will help you decide if the Paladin is still the right class for your next campaign.

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Music by Michael Ghelfi.