Paladins

Paladins are a caste in the Brotherhood of Steel. 
==Overview==
Paladins are the protectors of the Brotherhood and their elite fighting force. Each is a highly trained combat veteran with high tech equipment at their disposal. They are responsible for maintaining security, from enemies both within and outside of the organization.The Vault Dweller: "Paladins"John Maxson: "Paladins are in charge of all security and outside activities. I remember tradin' with the Hub, goin' on scouting missions for the Elders. Ah man, those ware a good times."(John Maxson's dialogue) The ranks of the paladins are reinforced through promoting veteran knights of exceptional combat aptitude. It is generally impossible to become a paladin any other way.The Vault Dweller: "Knights"John Maxson: "The Knights make the weapons. And when he's good enough, a Knight can advance to become a Paladin and then an Elder and so forth. Right now Rhombus is the head of the Knights."(John Maxson's dialogue)David Hendee, Fallout Bible 8: "Yes, Knight before you can become a Paladin. Becoming a paladin is special."
===Head paladin===
The head paladin is the overall commander of the paladins, responsible for implementing the elder's combat plans, enforcing Brotherhood laws and discipline on top of overseeing the overall training regime. They are a veteran, a talented soldier and are required to periodically convene with other caste heads and the elders.
====Notable members====
* Head Paladin John Maxson, Lost Hills, pre-2161
* Head Paladin Rhombus, Lost Hills, 2161
* Head Paladin Lindquist, Mojave, unknown (succeeded Kenneth Jones to become elder)
* Head Paladin Edgar Hardin, Mojave, 2281
===Star paladin===
Star paladins are only answerable to their elder and are given a wide authority to do what they see fit to accomplish their objectives.The Lone Wanderer: "What about the Enclave?"Star Paladin Cross: "As a Star Paladin, I answer only to Elder Lyons. He has given me leave to pursue the restoration of Project Purity as I see fit. By aiding you in your travels, I shall fulfill that mission as best I am capable."(Star Paladin Cross' dialogue)
====Notable members====
* Star Paladin Cross, Capital Wasteland, 2277
===Senior paladin===
Veteran paladins may be promoted to the position of senior paladin. Short of elders and caste heads, this is one of the most prestigious ranks in the entire Brotherhood.
The Midwest did not change this rank's function, only the name, paladin commander.
====Notable members====
* Senior Paladin Ramos, Mojave, 2281
===Paladin===
The primary fighting force of the Brotherhood, paladins are expert soldiers armed with top-tier weapons and armor.
There are no differences in this rank between loyalist and rogue chapters.
====Notable members====
===Junior paladin===
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==Regional differences==
===Star paladin===
==References==
Category:Brotherhood of Steel
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