Complex sentence: In 4th edition, paladins belong to the defender role, focusing on protecting allies both directly and through deterrance, in addition to their defender capabilities, paladins also possess some buffing and healing abilities.
Split into simpler sentences: In 4th Edition, paladins belong to the defender role, focusing on protecting allies both directly and through deterrence. In addition to their defender capabilities, paladins also possess some buffing and healing abilities.