2020 ยท A Bladesinger essentially had to choose whether to use two attacks or cast one cantrip for slightly higher damage, like Green-Flame Blade. Paladins, on the other hand, could make two attacks and use a Smite, giving them more flexibility with their abilities and much higher damage output. Eldritch Knight Fighters, another melee/caster build, include a feature at seventh level that allow them.