The Paladin took the third level on the 1st map, or rather on the 112th or 113th. He had a blessing, that's for sure. I just don't know how he farmed griffins.
Paladin (red, Dungeon, Shakti) def. Chydozavr (blue, Rampart, Kirr), 2 turns, 4 days (3) 132
and further in the text, there is an unclear description...