I see it as a way to interact with your fellow 'Sworn (or Free Paladins), and get some interactions and cohesion going. You're going to care more about a mate you went through "basic training" with more than some guy who just happens to also be a member of the 'Sworn. Not that you wouldn't help them, of course, Oath and all... but you have HISTORY with that other person, either as a mentor or a fellow squire you trained with.Â
To go with that, it's a great developmental tool if you want your character to grow. Sure, there's nothing saying you couldn't go "BAM! My guy's been in the 'Sworn for 20 years!" (though I suppose if you interacted with folks like Erik or Coat, they'd wonder were the hell you were for X and Y) if you want to just start in the role, but there's something to be said about gaining it. I don't think Chachan would have had as much interaction and development if I had gone that route, to be sure.
To go with that, it's a great developmental tool if you want your character to grow. Sure, there's nothing saying you couldn't go "BAM! My guy's been in the 'Sworn for 20 years!" (though I suppose if you interacted with folks like Erik or Coat, they'd wonder were the hell you were for X and Y) if you want to just start in the role, but there's something to be said about gaining it. I don't think Chachan would have had as much interaction and development if I had gone that route, to be sure.
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