Hi there everyone. I am venturing into a pathfinder game starting at level 1 (well level 2) and was wondering if everyone can help me with figuring out a few things. My GM has asked I play a paladin (or reasonable facsimile). I know for the sake of story and role play factor that I'd like to play a Tiefling. Now this is where I run into a few uncertainties. I've read a lot of posts and I am looking at what might be some of the better builds to work towards. So this leaves a few things.
1. Trying to figure out which type of Paladin to be (Oradin, Tortured Crusader, Hospitaler with life link, etc. I even saw someone do a build that was just focused on Extra Lay On Hands combined with Oath of Vengence). All of these seem viable options but I am not sure what to pursue.
2. Upon figuring out which Paladin build to work on I would try to pick a Tiefling Heritage that would compliment well.
3. Weapons and equipment. My group has requested I not do a ranged Paladin (Although I suppose a Dex build would still be an option potentially). I think they are just wanting someone who can get in the enemies face with some staying power.
Even though I am only level 2, I like to get a build mapped out for an eventual goal to get to. Thanks for the time and consideration and I will be glad to answer any further questions anyone has.