| Austin Alderman |
Morning all-
I had a question regarding a new campaign I've been playing in. I play a paladin following Iomedae. Last session, we were in combat with goblins. The last goblin left quickly dropped all his weapons and pleaded for his life. I took him prisoner and protected him through other fights.(I felt once he dropped his weapons he was no longer a equal opponent). Since leaving the ruins, I've clothed and fed him. I've discussed Iomedae to him. So far my diplomacy has been successful and he's been helpful to the group. He continues to remain tied to me as I don't want to risk the village or group's safety by releasing a goblin back into it. I received a message from my DM today that said that having a slave was not paladin like. I can impose atonement or a punishment but slavery cant be that. My plan is to not keep the goblin as a slave, but instead convert him from evil to good. If I'm successful in this, I plan to invite him on my journey to go to the Star Cathedral. I don't plan to keep him chained but instead when he is no longer a threat, allow him free-will to stay with me or leave. If he chooses to stay I plan to equip him in gear worthy for such an adventure and gladly lay down my life for him.
Does anyone see anything wrong with this situation or have ideas on how to handle this further?
Thanks.