How to tank (get threat) as a low level paladin in Neverwinter?

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I'm running the level 12 dungeon as a level 19 paladin in Neverwinter. From the wiki entry on threat in Neverwinter I understand there is such a notion. When I queue for the dungeon it even specifically asks for a tank, a healer, and 3 dps.

However, none of my abilities say anything about threat, it seems. I have a hard time keeping mobs on me in the dungeon. I feel like I'm missing something: a stance of some sort, abilities, items... anything.

Google only leads to high/max level tanking guides, nothing aimed at beginners with low level characters.

Here's my current character sheet:

paladin sheet

And the way I've laid out the abilities:

abilities task bar

Is there anything I can do to generate more threat as a paladin "tank", especially in dungeons? Or do I have to wait until much higher level, and do the roles not mean much at early levels?






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How do I create a threat as a prot pally?

Paladins generate threat by putting out a high amount of constant damage, rather than high threat/low damage abilities like Sunder. The reactive Holy damage caused by Retribution Aura and Holy Shield is more than enough to overcome the threat caused by basic healing spells.

How do I keep my paladin tank aggro?

Here's what I suggest you do when tanking:
  • Use Retribution Aura - this causes holy damage when you get hit. No brainer.
  • Use Seal of Righteousness, and Judge it when you can. ...
  • Pull with Avenger's Shield when you can. ...
  • Consecrate when appropriate. ...
  • Use Blessing of Sanctuary on yourself. ...
  • Use Holy Shield whenever you can.




  • GUIDE to AGGRO for Paladin TANKS - Never Lose that Threat! - Neverwinter Mod 20




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