By nature, a bard will learn many different skills
throughout his travels. Thus, although his strength lies in other areas, he
makes a proficient fighter. All bards are accomplished singers, chanters, or
vocalists, and can play a musical instrument of their choice. The bard has the
ability to influence reactions of groups (if they are not preparing to attack),
altering the general mood of the listeners. He can try to soften their mood, or
make it uglier. The means by which he may attempt this, range from a fiery
speech to a haunting melody. The music, poetry, and stories of a bard can also
be inspirational, rallying friends and allies. Since bards learn a little bit of
everything in their travels, they can read and write in their native tongue, and
are certainly able to pick up a second language.
Skills:
Level 1:
axe
dagger
flail
mace
polearm
spear
sword
whip
recall
Level 2:
read magic
Level 8:
dodge
second attack
Level 10:
search
Level 11:
kick
Level 12:
trip
Level 15:
hand to hand
Level 20:
third attack
Level 22:
haggle
Level 25:
hide
Level 27:
envenom
Level 28:
enhanced damage
Level 32:
pick lock
Level 36:
disarm
Level 42:
peek
Level 45:
butcher
Spells:
NONE