Deva

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Deva (黛娃)
Alias(es)	Paladin Maiden; Sheriff; acting captain of Ale Town's guards 85 86
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Haluar Guard Barracks; Ale Town guard force 79 85
Occupation/Role	Traditional Paladin; law-enforcement officer and local commander 81 85
Status	Active 230
First Appearance	Chapter 76
Residence	Veronica's Mage Tower 224
Family	Veronica — mother 225 232

Background / History

Deva served an internship with the White Stone City Guard Barracks. While investigating gang killings and the Black Market, she refused to accept that a lack of visible major crimes excused corruption; she believed the Black Market's tax evasion and the murders committed by lawless Classed individuals required action. 76 79

Her superior, Old Martin, urged restraint, warning that exposing the operation could endanger ordinary people and guards alike. Instead of receiving support, Deva was nominally promoted and transferred to Ale Town as temporary captain—an effective exile intended to keep her from the investigation. 79 80

Though Veronica is an Archmage, Deva grew up accustomed to her mother's absences; church mentors and instructors spent more time raising and training her. Veronica later advises Deva that a Paladin's reputation must be earned through public support rather than harsh control. 91 115

Appearance

Deva is most often seen in silver Paladin armor, sometimes riding a white Celestial Warhorse. She wears her black hair in a ponytail and also uses specially made, nonreflective leather armor for training. 173 187 226

• Black ponytail, often worn over one shoulder 226
• Silver armor and a white horse give her a distinctly knightly presence 173 187
• Carries a slender rapier as a training weapon despite favoring heavier arms in battle 226

Personality

Deva is idealistic, earnest, and strongly committed to lawful justice. She insists that Paladins must act with both law and virtue, but also acknowledges that Detect Evil requires investigation and cannot replace evidence or judgment. 81

Her inexperience with local politics and guardhouse social circles initially leaves her isolated in Ale Town. Even so, she works to earn authority rather than abandon her post, disciplining negligent guards and choosing to handle local problems independently. 85 91 92

She is capable of caution when faced with manipulation: when Benjamin sends her a letter intended to provoke a confrontation with Du Pont, she suspects a trap instead of acting immediately. 172

Abilities & Skills

Traditional Paladin Powers

As a traditional Paladin, Deva's power comes from a calling rather than solely from an oath-based training system. She notes that traditional Paladins possess knowledge and techniques that Oath Paladins may lack. 81 147

• Uses Detect Evil, though she recognizes it requires prior investigation before passing judgment on non-monsters. 80 81
• Can use Divine Magic to expose deception, including revealing that an old woman's accusation against adventurers was false. 86
• Uses Holy Healing on herself to endure fatigue and heal allies after battle. 115 135
• Possesses Smite Evil, Holy Smite, and Smite Chaos. 147
• Destroyed a Soul Sacrifice Circle with Holy Smite, freeing the souls trapped within it. 125
• Cast Slow during the battle against a Vampire's forces. 135

Martial Combat

Deva is a trained melee combatant who can withstand large numbers of enemies and instruct others in weapon fundamentals. She favors a greatsword in major fights but trains with other weapons to avoid being helpless if disarmed. 120 122 226

• Held off Goblins, Hobgoblins, and a Goblin Shaman while outnumbered in a cave. 122 123
• Continued fighting after being struck by Alchemist's Fire, then healed herself and used a crossbow to snipe attackers. 122
• Uses a spear to probe for traps and unsafe ground while moving through hostile territory. 120
• Trains Du Pont in swordsmanship and stresses familiarity with uncommon weapons. 226

Investigation and Command

Deva approaches cases personally and demands accountability from the guards under her command.

• Examines crime scenes and physical evidence, including crossbow bolts and fabric fragments. 76
• Initially struggles to gain respect from Ale Town's guards and established local circles. 85
• Orders negligent guards to submit detailed self-examinations, repeatedly rejecting reports that evade the actual facts. 91 92
• Gains public authority after resolving a staged accusation and returning with four Troll heads from a Chartered Mission. 86 130

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Passion — two-handed greatsword with Flame Burst and Bane of Evil effects. 120
• Ring of Truth — used during her initial investigation of Du Pont. 80 81
• Circlet of Intellect — an item Deva relies upon when assessing her personal attributes. 142
• Crossbow — used against Goblins after she is injured in the cave assault. 122
• Spear — used for cautious exploration and trap-checking. 120
• Training rapier — carried to practice adaptability with less typical Paladin weapons. 226
• Celestial Warhorse — her white mount. 173

Relationships

• Du Pont — friend, frequent partner, and fellow defender of Ale Town. He advises her on local politics and missions; their relationship becomes more intimate after he rescues her during the Goblin ambush. 80 85 123 124
• Veronica — mother and Archmage. Veronica offers stern advice about Deva's duties, though Deva often insists on acting according to her own judgment. 91 223 225
• Old Martin — former White Stone City superior. His preference for safety and inaction clashes with Deva's determination to expose the Black Market. 79
• Lilith — apprentice priest with whom Deva debates love, physical intimacy, and the Oath of Pure Love. 174 175
• Yuehua — Moon Elf Princess and fellow resident of the Mage Tower. They cooperate in training Du Pont but disagree sharply over human and elven responsibility toward the wider world. 189 230
• Luna — priest concerned for Deva's safety during the Vampire attack, partly because of Deva's connection to Veronica. 133

Story Role / Major Arcs

White Stone City Investigation

Deva investigates violent crimes and the Black Market as an intern guard. Her refusal to compromise brings her into conflict with Old Martin and the Guard Barracks' leadership, culminating in her transfer to Ale Town. 76 79 80

Establishing Authority in Ale Town

As acting captain, Deva faces distrust from local guards and unfamiliar social dynamics. With Du Pont's advice, she begins building public respect through decisive intervention, discipline, and Chartered Missions rather than relying on her title alone. 85 86 91 92 116

Goblin Cave Conspiracy

Deva joins Du Pont on a mission to eliminate a Goblin tribe and Trolls in the northern mountains. She survives a Goblin ambush, discovers that the supposed Goblin Shaman is a disguised level 6 Mage, and destroys a Soul Sacrifice Circle after the conspiracy is exposed. 116 122 124 125

Returning to Ale Town with four Troll heads substantially increases her reputation and makes the Town Council wary of opposing her. 130

Vampire Attack

During coordinated undead attacks on Ale Town, Deva protects her soldiers at the north gate alongside Du Pont. She later helps treat his injuries after the Vampire's defeat; the wider plot reveals that Deva herself had been selected as a sacrifice before she called for help. 133 135 138

Mage Tower and Training

Deva reveals that Veronica's Mage Tower is also her home. She continues to train with Du Pont, including teaching him swordsmanship, but accepts that his temperament may not suit the path of a Paladin. 224 226 230

Notable Quotes

“If we Paladins don't care about anything, who should ordinary people turn to when they have difficulties?” 223

“If a person is strong, the most important thing is that the person is strong, not the class they chose?” 187

Trivia

• Deva is four years older than Du Pont, though his combat power and advice often make her forget the age difference. 128
• Despite growing up near the sea, she cannot swim; Du Pont rescues her after their boat capsizes. 226
• She regards the Oath of Pure Love as an exceptionally unstable and difficult path, capable of granting immense power but also collapsing suddenly. 175