>>82272584
sword and shield always, full plate armor. ranged weapon like a bow or crossbow (or throwing weapons) to use only in situations where the sword can't do the job. after those things are squared away add magic to enhance the sword and shielding if the game allows it
but even though I will use heavy armor sword and shield with some magic I will NEVER play as a fucking disgusting paladin. I'd rather have no magic than be that