Tildryn: Created page with "Bards draw Power from a mixture of the arcane and primal energies within the emotions of themselves and others. They possess the most innate support abilities of any class, and are able to tailor their spell selections to a variety of playstyles. While all the bard archetypes further enhance their support role, their focus lies in general ally enhancement, damage, or spellcasting boons. : :Maximizing '''Strength''' or '''Dexterity''' is recom..."

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Created page with "Bards draw Power from a mixture of the arcane and primal energies within the emotions of themselves and others. They possess the most innate support abilities of any class, and are able to tailor their spell selections to a variety of playstyles. While all the bard archetypes further enhance their support role, their focus lies in general ally enhancement, damage, or spellcasting boons. : :Maximizing '''Strength''' or '''Dexterity''' is recom..."

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Bards draw [["Power"|Power]] from a mixture of the arcane and primal energies within the emotions of themselves and others. They possess the most innate support abilities of any class, and are able to tailor their spell selections to a variety of playstyles. While all the bard [[#Archetypes|archetypes]] further enhance their support role, their focus lies in general ally enhancement, damage, or spellcasting boons.

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:Maximizing '''Strength''' or '''Dexterity''' is recommended for attacking with weapons and using [[General Mechanics Information#Maneuvers|Maneuvers]] like [[Feats#Maneuver: Knockdown|Knockdown]]. It also provides bonuses to your Fortitude or Reflex save.
: A medium/high '''Charisma''' contributes to your spellcasting ability (Offensive DCs, Spells/day, and [[General Mechanics Information#Metamagic|Metamagic]] Pool) and support [[General Mechanics Information#Maneuvers|Maneuvers]] such as [[Feats#Maneuver: Commander Strike|"Commander Strike"]].
: A medium/high '''Dexterity''' allows you to maximize Armor Class from light armors and improves your Reflex save.
:'''Constitution''' increases your survivability in raw hit points and contributing to your Fortitude save.
:'''Intelligence''' contributes to your maximum [[General Mechanics Information#Maneuvers|Maneuver]] pool and Reflex save.
:'''Wisdom''' contributes to your Will save.

== Vitals ==
:'''Hit Die''': d8 (8 HP per Level)
:'''Proficiencies''': Armor (Light, Medium), Shields, Weapons (Simple, [[Rogue#Rogue Weapons|Rogue]])
:'''Skill Points per level (*4 at 1st level)''': 8
:'''Skills''': All
:'''Primary Saving Throw(s)''': Reflex, Will
:'''Spellcasting Ability''': Charisma (10 + Spell Level to be able to cast a spell)
:'''Spellcasting Type''': Arcane/Primal Hybrid. Spontaneous. Spontaneous spellcasters know a limited selection of spells, and may cast any of these spells at any time so long as they have slots available for the given spell level.
:'''Spellbook''': Bards learn two spells each level.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Level
!Feature
|-
|1
|[[#Spell List|Spellcasting (Level 1)]], [[#Bardic Knowledge|Bardic Knowledge]], [[#Inspiration Aura|Inspiration +1]], [[Feats#Metamagic: Conversion|Metamagic: Conversion]]
|-
|2
|
|-
|3
|[[#Spell List|Spellcasting (Level 2)]]
|-
|4
|[[#Archetypes|Archetype Feature I]]
|-
|5
|[[#Spell List|Spellcasting (Level 3)]], [[#Inspiration Aura|Inspiration +2]]
|-
|6
|
|-
|7
|[[#Spell List|Spellcasting (Level 4)]], [[#Archetypes|Archetype Feature II]]
|-
|8
|
|-
|9
|[[#Spell List|Spellcasting (Level 5)]]
|-
|10
|[[#Archetypes|Archetype Feature III]], [[#Inspiration Aura|Inspiration +3]]
|}

== Bard Core Mechanics ==
=== '''Bardic Knowledge''' ===
The Bard receives a Knowledge bonus equal to their class level.

=== '''Inspiration Aura''' ===
The Bard's harmony enhances the damage of themselves and nearby allies. This consists of a 10m radius aura with the following magnitude according to Bard level:

{| class="wikitable"
|-
|'''Class Level'''
|'''Inspiration Bonus'''
|-
|1
| +1
|-
|5
| +2
|-
|10
| +3
|-
|}

=== '''Metamagic: Conversion''' ===
The character receives the [[Feats#Conversion|Conversion]] feat for free.

=== '''Spell List''' ===

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"
!scope="col"|Cantrips
!scope="col"|1st Level Spells
!scope="col"|2nd Level Spells
!scope="col"|3rd Level Spells
!scope="col"|4th Level Spells
!scope="col"|5th Level Spells
|-style="vertical-align:top;"
|
[[Spells#Daze|Daze]] 
[[Spells#Flare|Flare]] 
[[Spells#Light|Light]] 
[[Spells#Resistance|Resistance]] 
[[Spells#Spare The Dying|Spare The Dying]] 
|
[[Spells#Charm_Person|Charm Person]] 
[[Spells#Cure Light Wounds|Cure Light Wounds]] 
[[Spells#Expeditious_Retreat|Expeditious Retreat]] 
[[Spells#Grease|Grease]] 
[[Spells#Mage_Armor|Mage Armor]] 
[[Spells#Magic_Weapon|Magic Weapon]] 
[[Spells#PROTECTION_FROM_ALIGNMENT|Protection]] 
[[Spells#Scare|Scare]] 
[[Spells#Sleep|Sleep]] 
[[Spells#Summon_Creature_I|Summon Creature I]] 
|
[[Spells#Blindness_and_Deafness|Blindness/Deafness]] 
[[Spells#Bulls_Strength|Bull's Strength]] 
[[Spells#Cats_Grace|Cat's Grace]] 
[[Spells#Clarity|Clarity]] 
[[Spells#Cloud_of_Bewilderment|Cloud of Bewilderment]] 
[[Spells#Cure Moderate Wounds|Cure Moderate Wounds]] 
[[Spells#Deafening Clang|Deafening Clang]] 
[[Spells#Eagle_Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]] 
[[Spells#Foxs_Cunning|Fox's Cunning]] 
[[Spells#Ghostly Visage|Ghostly Visage]] 
[[Spells#Tashas_Hideous_Laughter|Hideous Laughter]] 
[[Spells#Hold_Person|Hold Person]] 
[[Spells#Invisibility|Invisibility]] 
[[Spells#BalagarnsIronHorn|Iron Horn]] 
[[Spells#Owls_Wisdom|Owl's Wisdom]] 
[[Spells#See_Invisibility|See Invisibility]] 
[[Spells#Silence|Silence]] 
[[Spells#Sound Burst|Sound Burst]] 
[[Spells#Summon_Creature_II|Summon Creature II]] 
|
[[Spells#Bestow_Curse|Bestow Curse]] 
[[Spells#Charm_Monster|Charm Monster]] 
[[Spells#Confusion|Confusion]] 
[[Spells#Cure Serious Wounds|Cure Serious Wounds]] 
[[Spells#Dispel_Magic|Dispel Magic]] 
[[Spells#Displacement|Displacement]] 
[[Spells#Fear|Fear]] 
[[Spells#Greater_Magic_Weapon|Greater Magic Weapon]] 
[[Spells#Gust_of_Wind|Gust of Wind]] 
[[Spells#Haste|Haste]] 
[[Spells#Invisibility_Sphere|Invisibility Sphere]] 
[[Spells#Neutralize Poison|Neutralize Poison]] 
[[Spells#Remove Disease|Remove Disease]] 
[[Spells#Remove_Curse|Remove Curse]] 
[[Spells#Slow|Slow]] 
[[Spells#Summon_Creature_III|Summon Creature III]] 
[[Spells#Wounding Whispers|Wounding Whispers]] 
|
[[Spells#Cure Critical Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]] 
[[Spells#Dismissal|Dismissal]] 
[[Spells#Dominate_Person|Dominate Person]] 
[[Spells#Hold_Monster|Hold Monster]] 
[[Spells#Ice_Storm|Ice Storm]] 
[[Spells#Improved_Invisibility|Improved Invisibility]] 
[[Spells#Summon_Creature_IV|Summon Creature IV]] 
[[Spells#War Cry|War Cry]] 
|
[[Spells#Energy_Buffer|Energy Buffer]] 
[[Spells#Ethereal Visage|Ethereal Visage]] 
[[Spells#Healing Circle|Healing Circle]] 
[[Spells#Mind_Fog|Mind Fog]] 
[[Spells#Summon_Creature_V|Summon Creature V]] 
|}

== Archetypes ==

=== '''Storyteller''' ===
'' "Who doesn't like a good story?" ''

{| class="wikitable"
|+
|-
|'''Class Level'''
|'''Feature'''
|'''Details'''
|-
|4
|'''Call to Adventure'''
| You gain a pool of ''Call to Adventure'' charges with a maximum capacity equal to the number of allied characters within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']] multiplied by 10, or your Bard level multiplied by 5, whichever is lower. On targeting an ally with this feat, all charges are expended to create an effect granting +1 per 10 charges to AB, AC, Damage, Spell DCs, and an equal number of their highest Hit Dice worth of temporary hitpoints for 1 minute. ''Call to Adventure'' gains a charge when an ally attacks or casts a spell within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']]. Each ally may only contribute one charge once per round. Summons, companions, and similar allies do not charge this pool or increase its capacity. Only one ''Call to Adventure'' may be active at a time, may only be used once per round, and may only ever grant a +1 bonus to yourself. ''Call to Adventure'' gains full charges on rest.
|-
|7
|'''Hero's Journey'''
| You may use ''Call to Adventure'' a second time on the recipient of your ''Call to Adventure'', consuming a level 2 spell slot. The target receives the effects of the [[Spells#Haste|Haste]] and [[Spells#Freedom of Movement|Freedom of Movement]] spells. In addition, the target gains +10 Athletics for one minute.
|-
|10
|'''Thrilling Conclusion'''
| You may use ''Call of Adventure'' again on a target currently under the effects of ''Call of Adventure'' and ''Hero's Journey'' to consume one level 3 spell slot and grant the target the effects of [[Spells#Death Ward|Death Ward]], [[Spells#Wounding Whispers|Wounding Whispers]], [[Spells#Clarity|Clarity]], and one extra attack per round. When this effect is applied, a burst of energy strikes all enemies within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']] for 10d6 Sonic damage, with a Fortitude save for half damage.
|-
|}

=== '''Skald''' ===
'' "Revel in the glory of combat!" ''

{| class="wikitable"
|+
|-
|'''Class Level'''
|'''Feature'''
|'''Details'''
|-
|4
|'''Striking a Chord'''
| When an ally strikes a critical hit within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']], half of their total damage is struck again as Sonic damage.
|-
|7
|'''Great Deeds'''
| When an ally scores a critical hit within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']], all allies within it gain the effects of [[Spells#Haste|''Haste'']] for 3 rounds as an Extraordinary effect. The duration of ''Great Deeds'' stacks if an ally should already be under its effects.
|-
|10
|'''Retelling'''
| When an ally scores a critical hit within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']], any Sonic damage that was a part of that attack is reapplied to the nearest enemy to you within your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']]. The triggering ally then receives temporary hitpoints equal to this Sonic damage total, which last for one minute.
|-
|}

=== '''Lorekeeper''' ===
'' "There are some things man was never meant to know; and others that he must." ''

{| class="wikitable"
|+
|-
|'''Class Level'''
|'''Feature'''
|'''Details'''
|-
|4
|'''Everyday Mysteries'''
| Allies in your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Aura'']] receive a bonus to dodge AC and saving throws equal to your [[#Inspiration Aura|''Inspiration Bonus'']].
|-
|7
|'''Magical Secrets'''
| Use this feat to target a spell scroll of up to third level. This consumes the scroll to create a ''Scroll of Secrets'', a charged magical item capable of casting the spell contained within the target scroll. The ''Scroll of Secrets'' has 3 charges upon each rest, with the target spell consuming 1 charge per use. Using this feat on yourself or the ''Scroll of Secrets'' will replenish 1 charge at a cost of twice the spell's level in [[General Mechanics Information#Metamagic|Metamagic]]. You may only have one spell from this feature at a time - using it on another spell scroll will replace the spell in your ''Scroll of Secrets'', and reduce charges to 0. Spells cast from the ''Scroll of Secrets'' do not damage your [[General Mechanics Information#Stability|Stability]] score.
|-
|10
|'''Deep Lore'''
| When using an equipped magical item or your ''Scroll of Secrets'' to cast a spell, any [[General Mechanics Information#Metamagic|Metamagic]] used to enhance that spell is refunded. Your ''Magical Secrets'' feature may also now consume up to 5th level spells.
|-
|}

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