[DF] Why isn't Detects as Evil more of a disadvantage?

[Stone Dog]

Originally Posted by David Johnston2

A distinction I totally fail to comprehend.

In D&D being a soldier of Heaven means that you are more than likely a pretty decent guy because you are Something Good. Even if you are kind of a jerk, you basically are a jerk with a heart of gold.

In GURPS DF being a soldier of Heaven has no such promise. A Holy Warrior is on the side of the angels, but can easily be (even with templates) under no obligation to be any better than a puppy kicking mercenary who scares children.