Lawful good

In the realm of morality, the lawful good characters emerge as the staunch upholders of societal order and the governing laws. They firmly believe in the intrinsic goodness and collective prosperity that these laws are meant to bring forth. Honesty and benevolence are etched into their very souls, as they manoeuvre within the intricate web of power systems, ceaselessly striving to reshape them for the betterment of all. Their relentless pursuit of harmony and virtue manifests as a collective endeavour to transform the world.

Bound by an unyielding commitment to thwart evil, they meld this noble purpose with an unwavering adherence to a strict personal code of honour. Guided by divine edicts bestowed upon them by their deities, these paragons of righteousness willingly embrace a destiny that demands selflessness, even at the perilous cost of their own lives.

It must be noted, however, that those of the lawful good alignment are not tethered to blind obedience of local laws. No, their convictions run deeper, more profound than the mere shackles of statutes and decrees. For instance, consider the valiant paladin who unsheathes their sword against the usurper, championing the rightful sovereign, even if it means flouting the very laws enacted by the usurper's tainted hand.

Lawful good characters are not mere automata who mindlessly conform to every local statute. Their preference lies in a structured existence, where the embrace of a codified legal framework guides their path. They become the unwavering enforcers, the resolute rulers, or the intrepid soldiers who, with unwavering dedication, navigate the treacherous landscape of morality and power, embodying the ideals of justice and honour.

In the intricate tapestry of the Auraverse, these lawful good characters shine as the beacons of moral fortitude, etching their indomitable presence upon the pages of history.

Opposing alignment

Lawful good characters embody a steadfast adherence to both the law and their personal code of ethics. Conversely, chaotic evil characters veer down a treacherous path, unbound by the restraints of law or conscience. These opposing alignments stand as formidable adversaries, locked in a perpetual struggle for dominance.

## Paladins

Countless paladins, bound by solemn oaths to their deities, forge an unbreakable pact to champion the cause of righteousness. These noble warriors pledge themselves to uphold a sacred code of conduct, intricately intertwined with the very essence of their faith. The tenets they embrace mirror the morality and lawfulness that their divine patrons epitomize.

Through the divine connection they share with their gods, the paladins harness otherworldly powers. Yet, these mystical abilities are not freely bestowed. Rather, they are a manifestation of the paladins' unwavering commitment to maintaining a lawful good alignment, diligently treading the path of righteousness. Any transgressions, any acts tainted by the darkness of evil, threaten to sever this sacred bond, leaving the warriors bereft of their celestial gifts and estranged from the favour of their deities.

Within the intricate tapestry of faith, the paladins walk a treacherous path, beset by countless temptations and trials. To honour their solemn oaths, they are required to resist the allure of malevolence, to shield themselves from the whisperings of corruption that echoes through the auras. Their devotion, their unwavering adherence to the principles of their faith, ensures their place in the ranks of the blessed, as pillars of unwavering virtue and bastions of light.

Thus, the paladins, with hearts ablaze with divine purpose, forge forward, their unwavering commitment shining as a beacon of hope amidst the encroaching darkness. They are the living embodiments of their gods' ideals, stalwart defenders of righteousness, and unwavering champions of justice.

## Appendix

### See also

* Creatures of lawful good alignment
* Inhabitants of lawful good alignment
* Deities of lawful good alignment

## References

Alignment
**DnD 1e, 2e, 3x, and 5e; PF1e and 2e systems**

**Lawful good** • Neutral good • Chaotic good

Lawful neutral • (True) neutral • Chaotic neutral

Lawful evil • Neutral evil • Chaotic evil

**DnD 4e**
**Lawful good** • Good • Unaligned • Evil • Chaotic evil