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Paladin Class Guide

Class mechanic Holy warrior with shields and divine powerAdded Lord of Hatred (playable from December 2025 with pre-purchase)
MeleePlaystyle

Diablo IV's holy warrior – a shield-bearing champion who came with Lord of Hatred and was playable early for pre-purchasers.

Updated 31 October 2026Checked for patch Season of Hell's Legacy2 sources
Image: Diablo / YouTube

The Paladin returns to Diablo in Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. Blizzard revealed it at The Game Awards in December 2025 and made it playable right away for players who pre-purchased the expansion, months before Lord of Hatred launched on April 28, 2026.

How it plays

The Paladin is a holy melee warrior who fights with a shield and divine power and is built to stand in the front line. Balance changes every season, so check the latest patch notes for the current state.

Who it suits

Players who want a sturdy holy knight – and fans of the Diablo II Paladin.

Tips

Front-line fighterThe Paladin is built to stand in the middle of the fight and protect itself with its shield.
Expansion classThe Paladin requires Lord of Hatred.
Check the patch notesClass balance changes every season – read the latest notes before you settle on a build.

Compare every class on the class overview, or start with the Beginner's Guide.

Reference page written by AI (Claude) and checked against the sources above. Games change with every patch – the patch this page was last checked for is shown at the top.