This is a lovely idea and I very much like the concept. But it is also a free product and short, so it does not do as much as it could.
The theme is clearly conveyed by the title and the Oath does a good job of working with that theme.
However, the author needs to provide some guidance on how to apply one of the tenants of the Oath, to wit: "Protection of Life. Above all else, I will cherish all life from the newborn babe to the elderly sage."
How is that going to interact with the life of an adventuring Paladin? Do you have to protect the life of bandits and cultists? Does it apply to non-sentient life? This has the potential to make playing or playing with a Paladin of this Oath an exercise in frustration for all involved.
The abilities are good and play to the theme (though I question the choice of "Hysteric Spellbind" as a name for one of them). I also think the higher level abilities are probably a bit weak and could use some improvement.
But overall, a very solid effort.
Addition: The creator has responded and addressed my concerns. Thank you and best of luck.
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