Dungeons & Dragons Demonic Paladin Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Demonic Paladin.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

A Demonic Paladin in Dungeons & Dragons is an oath-bound warrior infused with the power of fiends, serving dark entities or embracing infernal corruption. Unlike traditional paladins who swear oaths to uphold justice or virtue, these warriors pledge themselves to demons, devils, or other malevolent forces, drawing their strength from wicked patrons. They might be fallen paladins who turned to darkness or those who willingly sought infernal power for personal gain, revenge, or the sheer thrill of destruction.

Mechanically, a Demonic Paladin could be represented through the Oathbreaker subclass from the Dungeon Master’s Guide, which grants abilities tied to fear and necrotic energy. Alternatively, a homebrew or reflavored Oath of Conquest or Oath of Vengeance paladin could fit, especially with fiendish-themed spells and abilities. Warlocks with a Fiend patron multiclassing into paladin can also create a hybrid demonic champion.

Their abilities often manifest in dark ways, such as hellfire-infused smites, the ability to summon or command fiendish minions, or auras that inspire dread rather than courage. Their code, if they have one, might demand domination, slaughter, or the spread of chaos, reflecting the whims of their unholy patron. Some serve archdevils like Asmodeus for power and order, while others revel in the madness of demon lords like Orcus or Demogorgon.

In roleplay, a Demonic Paladin can be a tragic figure struggling with their dark nature or a gleeful villain reveling in destruction. They may act as a warlord, cult leader, or cursed warrior bound to a dark destiny. Whether seeking redemption, ultimate power, or pure anarchy, these corrupted champions make compelling antagonists or complex antiheroes in any D&D campaign.