The most central of the seven hills of Rome is the Palatine, in legend, where Romulus and Remus were found in a cave.
Many wealthy Romans of the late Republic era had their large homes (Nom. "palātium") here, including Augustus Caesar.
Many wealthy Romans of the late Republic era had their large homes (Nom. "palātium") here, including Augustus Caesar.
Augustus built his 'Domus Augustana Palātium' near a rise in the hill, a very large personal residence for the Emperor in a sacred place.
Hence, "Palace" became the term for giant residential buildings, especially for rulers or those with official power.
Hence, "Palace" became the term for giant residential buildings, especially for rulers or those with official power.
Later, Charlemagne established the Palace of Aachen in the Palatine region of Germany, starting in 792 AD.
The 12 "officers of the palace", his personal guard and trusted comrades were called "Comes Palatines", or paladins.
The 12 "officers of the palace", his personal guard and trusted comrades were called "Comes Palatines", or paladins.
So, from Romulus and Remus to Augustus Caesar to Charlemagne, now you know why paladins have that name.
But I still need you to roll a nat 17 on Charisma if you want to make the saving throw vs. wands, Kevin.
But I still need you to roll a nat 17 on Charisma if you want to make the saving throw vs. wands, Kevin.
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