The latest Clover Retribution update has finally arrived, and it introduces one of the most anticipated races the game has seen so far: the Paladin. Alongside the new race, players also received new progression systems, powerful blessings, race traits, Devil race improvements, crafting additions, and a few free codes to celebrate the update.
After spending some time looking through all the changes, it’s clear that Paladin isn’t just another race option. The entire system feels designed around progression, team support, survivability, and scaling into the late game. If you’ve been wondering whether Paladin is worth pursuing or how the new mechanics work, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know.
Clover Retribution Paladin Update Guide – Traits, Blessings, Codes
Paladin is a brand-new race focused on support, survivability, and stat scaling. Unlike some races that focus purely on damage, Paladin provides benefits that can strengthen both the player and nearby allies.
One of the most noticeable additions is that Paladins can now fly, giving them a unique visual identity and making them stand out immediately from other races.
The race also introduces a new progression system based on Aspects and Soul Fragments. As players increase their Paladin tier, they unlock stronger bonuses and gain access to powerful blessings that can dramatically improve their performance.
Paladin Aspect Bonuses Explained
The update reworked how Paladin Aspects scale with progression. Higher-quality Aspects now provide stronger bonuses depending on their rarity.
Lesser Aspect
- 5% Soft Cap Increase
- 5% Cooldown Reduction
This is the starting level and provides useful early-game utility. The cooldown reduction is particularly valuable for builds that rely heavily on skills.
Common Aspect
- 7.5% Soft Cap Increase
- 10% Cooldown Reduction
A noticeable improvement over Lesser Aspects. At this stage, players begin feeling the benefits during longer combat encounters.
Greater Aspect
- 10% Soft Cap Increase
- 20% Cooldown Reduction
This is where things become significantly stronger. A 20% cooldown reduction can greatly improve skill uptime and overall damage output.
Paladin Tier Progression
The new progression system revolves around True Paladin Greater Soul Fragments.
These fragments are used to advance your Paladin tier and unlock stronger bonuses.
Each Greater Soul Fragment provides:
- +4 Tier Progress
- Automatic tier advancement when thresholds are reached
This means progression is much faster than relying solely on random upgrades. Players who consistently farm fragments can steadily improve their Paladin without excessive grinding luck.
Paladin Buffs and Blessings
Paladins share many of the same support buffs found on Hybrid Paladins, but they gain additional benefits when Blessed.
When Blessed, Paladins receive:
- 5% additional Stat Multipliers
This bonus might seem small at first glance, but it becomes increasingly valuable as your stats grow during endgame progression.
Players can consume Essences matching their Aspect type to improve their progression:
- Lesser Essence
- Common Essence
- Greater Essence
These help strengthen your Paladin and push toward higher tiers.
All Paladin Traits
One of the most exciting parts of the update is the addition of Paladin-exclusive traits.
These traits provide powerful passive bonuses and can dramatically influence how your character performs.
Uncommon Traits
Zealous Strength
- +50 Strength
- +50 Constitution
A solid all-around option for players who want extra survivability and physical damage.
Devout Vigor
- +450 Maximum Health
Simple but effective. More health is always useful, especially during difficult encounters.
Blessed Reserve
- +200 Maximum Mana
- +5% Mana
A great choice for magic-focused builds that struggle with resource management.
Rare Traits
Righteous Fervor
- +8% Damage
This is one of the strongest offensive options available among the lower-tier traits and will likely be the preferred choice for many damage-focused players.
Swift Crusader
- +3 Speed
- +100 Dash
Ideal for players who value mobility and movement.
Aegis of Faith
- 8% Damage Reduction
A strong defensive option that helps improve overall survivability.
Epic Traits
Martyr’s Resolve
- +80 Constitution
- Up to 20% Damage Reduction as HP decreases
This trait becomes stronger as your health drops, making it excellent for difficult content where survival matters.
Consecrated Ground
Nearby party members gain:
- 10% Damage
- Within 70 Studs
This is where Paladin begins to show its support identity. Teams running multiple players can benefit significantly from this buff.
Spirit of Vitality
Nearby allies heal:
- 3% Maximum HP
- Every 3 Seconds
- Within 70 Studs
A surprisingly strong sustain tool during long battles and group content.
Legendary Trait
Paragon’s Might
This is the trait everyone will be chasing.
Benefits include:
- +120 All Stats
- +10% Damage
- +10% Health
- Additional Soft Cap Increase
The sheer amount of value packed into this trait makes it one of the strongest race traits currently available.
Greater Aspect Blessings
Beyond traits, Paladins gain access to powerful blessings.
These function almost like specialized aura systems that provide major bonuses.
Dawnbreaker’s Blessing
Provides:
- Healing Aura
- 10% Damage Reduction
- 100% Healing Output
- 8% Magic Damage
This blessing is fantastic for support-oriented players and teams that rely on healing.
Sanguine Blessing
Provides:
- Lifesteal
- Increased Damage
- Anti-Heal Effects
A strong offensive blessing that improves sustain while dealing damage.
Galewarden’s Blessing
Provides:
- Movement Speed
- 100 Mana
- 8% Magic Damage
- 5% Auto Dodge
One of the most versatile blessings thanks to its mixture of offense, mobility, and survivability.
Arcanum Blessing
Provides:
- +600 Mana
- +7% Mana
- +100% Intelligence
- +8% Magic Damage
This blessing is particularly appealing for magic-focused builds looking to maximize spell damage.
Devil Race Changes
Paladin wasn’t the only race receiving attention.
Devils also received several improvements.
New Devil Scaling
Corrupt Devils now gain:
- 10% HP Soft Cap
- 10% Mana Soft Cap
- 10% Damage Soft Cap
Additionally, Devils can now gain stat multipliers through tier progression.
This gives the race much better scaling as players continue advancing.
Devil M1 Changes
Basic attacks now apply:
- Anti-Heal
- Lasts 8 Seconds
This is primarily useful in PvP where healing is much more common.
Corruption System
Devils can now attempt self-corruption through the Corrupted Infernal Dragon.
The process has:
- 5% Success Chance Per Use
While the chance is low, it creates another progression path for dedicated Devil players.
New Crafting Additions
Several new crafting recipes were added.
These include:
- True Paladin Soul Fragment
- Greater Soul Fragment
- Spirit Gore
- Spirit Amber
- Spirit Feather
These materials play a major role in advancing Paladin progression.
Infernal Dragon Blueprint
The update also introduced the Infernal Dragon Blueprint.
Players can obtain it through:
- Devil Hearts
- Devil Horns
- Devil Eyes
This makes the blueprint relatively accessible compared to some previous rare items.
Arcane Locket Update
The Arcane Locket received a useful quality-of-life change.
Players can now use it to swap their magic.
This makes experimenting with different builds significantly easier.
New Clover Retribution Codes
The update also included new free codes.
SOVEREIGN
Rewards:
- Spins and other free rewards depending on your account progress.
Skill Tree Reset Code
A free skill tree reset code was also released, allowing players to completely rebuild their character without spending resources.
Always redeem new codes as quickly as possible since Clover Retribution codes can expire without much warning.
Is Paladin Worth Getting?
Based on the current update, Paladin looks incredibly strong.
The race combines:
- Excellent support utility
- Strong survivability
- Powerful scaling
- Group healing
- Damage bonuses
- Valuable blessings
While players focused purely on damage may still prefer certain offensive races, Paladin appears to be one of the most complete races currently available.
The combination of stat bonuses, support auras, healing effects, and powerful blessings gives it utility in nearly every activity the game offers.
If you enjoy helping your team, surviving difficult content, and steadily growing stronger through progression, Paladin is easily one of the most exciting additions Clover Retribution has received in a long time.