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Fantasy Oath Generator
Knightly Vows, Blood Oaths and Oaths of Vengeance for Characters
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How the Fantasy Oath Generator works
A fantasy oath generator for knightly vows, blood oaths and sworn promises. Oaths bind characters to people, causes and revenge, and breaking one is a story in itself. Pick a type and generate an oath for your paladin, knight, sworn sword or vengeful hero to live by, or to break.
How the fantasy oath generator works
Knightly vows promise a duty for a long time, I swear to shield the weak until my last breath, following the style of chivalric oaths. Blood oaths are personal promises sealed in blood, By my blood, I will never betray this company. Vengeance oaths refuse a comfort until revenge is done, I will not cut my hair until the traitor answers for it, a pattern found in real sagas. Oaths of service pledge loyalty to a person or cause, in war and in peace. For orders built on oaths, try the knightly order name generator.
Oaths create drama
An oath is a promise that will be tested. The best stories put two oaths in conflict and force a character to choose.
FAQ
What is a vengeance vow?
A vengeance vow is a promise to give up a comfort, like cutting hair or sleeping indoors, until revenge is taken. Real historical sagas are full of them, and they make great character goals in fantasy games.
How do I use an oath in my RPG character?
Give your character one oath and let it guide hard choices. It is especially powerful for paladins, knights and sworn warriors, and your game master can test it with situations where keeping the oath costs something.
What happens when a character breaks an oath?
Breaking an oath can bring shame, a curse, loss of power or a new quest to make amends. It is one of the most dramatic moments in any story and gives a character a strong arc.
Can I use these oaths in my game?
Yes. The oaths are original and free to use in tabletop campaigns, fantasy novels, video games and larp. Pair them with a battle cry from the battle cry generator for a knight's full creed.
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