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'''Description''': Bards often serve as negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies. They love to accompany heroes (and villains) to witness heroic (or villainous) deeds firsthand, since a bard who can tell a story from personal experience earns renown among his fellows. A bard casts [[NWN:Arcane|arcane spells]] without any advance preparation, much like a [[sorcerer]]. His magic emphasizes charms and illusions, and the bard can also play an inspiring [[NWN:Bard_Song|song]] that strengthens him and his allies. Bards also share some specialized skills with [[rogue|rogues]], and their knowledge of item lore is nearly unmatched.
'''Description''': Bards often serve as negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies. They love to accompany heroes (and villains) to witness heroic (or villainous) deeds firsthand, since a bard who can tell a story from personal experience earns renown among his fellows. A bard casts [[NWN:Arcane|arcane spells]] without any advance preparation, much like a [[sorcerer]]. His magic emphasizes charms and illusions, and the bard can also play an inspiring [[NWN:Bard_Song|song]] that strengthens him and his allies. Bards also share some specialized skills with [[rogue|rogues]], and their knowledge of item lore is nearly unmatched. '''Note''': on Avlis, the [[Bardic Music]] system provides bards up to nine more songs they can perform if their songbooks are discovered.


'''Alignment Restrictions''': Any non-lawful
'''Alignment Restrictions''': Any non-lawful
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==Spells==
==Spells==
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Bards draw their power from an invisible vortex of energy that permeates the entire world, called the Vortex of Mortal Magic. By channeling small amounts of energy from this vortex into their own bodies and shaping it, they are able to cast spells.
! <u>Level 0</u>
 
! <U>Level 1</U>
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! <U>Level 2</U>
|- style="background:#c0c0c0"
! Cantrips
! 1st Level
! 2nd Level
! 3rd Level
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|-
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| valign=top |                                      <!-- 0 level spells -->
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*[[Magic:Lesser Dispel|Lesser Dispel]]
*[[Magic:Lesser Dispel|Lesser Dispel]]
*[[Magic:Mage Armor|Mage Armor]]
*[[Magic:Mage Armor|Mage Armor]]
*[[Magic:Magic Eapon|Magic Weapon]]
*[[Magic:Magic Weapon|Magic Weapon]]
*[[Magic:Protection from Alignment|Protection from Alignment]]
*[[Magic:Protection from Alignment|Protection from Alignment]]
*[[Magic:Scare|Scare]]
*[[Magic:Scare|Scare]]
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| valign=top |                                      <!-- 2nd level spells -->
*[[Magic:Blindness and Deafness|Blindness/Deafness]]
*[[Magic:Blindness and Deafness|Blindness/Deafness]]
*[[Magic:Blur|Blur]]
*[[Magic:Bulls Strength|Bull's Strength]]
*[[Magic:Bulls Strength|Bull's Strength]]
*[[Magic:Cats Grace|Cat's Grace]]
*[[Magic:Cats Grace|Cat's Grace]]
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*[[Magic:Cloud of Bewilderment|Cloud of Bewilderment]]
*[[Magic:Cloud of Bewilderment|Cloud of Bewilderment]]
*[[Magic:Cure Moderate Wounds|Cure Moderate Wounds]]
*[[Magic:Cure Moderate Wounds|Cure Moderate Wounds]]
*[[Magic:Curse of Impending Blades|Curse of Impending Blades]]
*[[Magic:Darkness|Darkness]]
*[[Magic:Darkness|Darkness]]
*[[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]
*[[Magic:Eagles Splendor|Eagle's Splendor]]
*[[Magic:Foxs Cunning|Fox's Cunning]]
*[[Magic:Foxs Cunning|Fox's Cunning]]
*[[Magic:Ghostly Visage|Ghostly Visage]]
*[[Magic:Ghostly Visage|Ghostly Visage]]
*[[Magic:Glitterdust|Glitterdust]]
*[[Magic:Heroism|Heroism]]
*[[Magic:Hold Person|Hold Person]]
*[[Magic:Hold Person|Hold Person]]
*[[Magic:Invisibility|Invisibility]]
*[[Magic:Invisibility|Invisibility]]
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*[[Magic:Tashas Hideous Laughter|Tasha's Hideous Laughter]]
*[[Magic:Tashas Hideous Laughter|Tasha's Hideous Laughter]]
*[[Magic:Ultravision|Ultravision]]
*[[Magic:Ultravision|Ultravision]]
|-
 
! <U>Level 3</U>
! <U>Level 4</U>
! <U>Level 5</U>
|-
| valign=top |                                      <!-- 3rd level spells -->
| valign=top |                                      <!-- 3rd level spells -->
*[[Magic:Bestow Curse|Bestow Curse]]
*[[Magic:Bestow Curse|Bestow Curse]]
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*[[Magic:Find Traps|Find Traps]]
*[[Magic:Find Traps|Find Traps]]
*[[Magic:Greater Magic Weapon|Greater Magic Weapon]]
*[[Magic:Greater Magic Weapon|Greater Magic Weapon]]
*[[Magic:Gust Of Wind|Gust Of Wind]]
*[[Magic:Gust of Wind|Gust of Wind]]
*[[Magic:Haste|Haste]]
*[[Magic:Haste|Haste]]
*[[Magic:Invisibility Sphere|Invisibility Sphere]]
*[[Magic:Invisibility Sphere|Invisibility Sphere]]
*[[Magic:Keen Edge|Keen Edge]]
*[[Magic:Keen Edge|Keen Edge]]
*[[Magic:Legion's Curse of Impending Blades|Legion's Curse of Impending Blades]]
*[[Magic:Magic Circle Against Alignment|Magic Circle Against Alignment]]
*[[Magic:Magic Circle Against Alignment|Magic Circle Against Alignment]]
*[[Magic:Remove Curse|Remove Curse]]
*[[Magic:Remove Curse|Remove Curse]]
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*[[Magic:Summon Creature III|Summon Creature III]]
*[[Magic:Summon Creature III|Summon Creature III]]
*[[Magic:Wounding Whispers|Wounding Whispers]]
*[[Magic:Wounding Whispers|Wounding Whispers]]
 
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|- style="background:#c0c0c0"
! 4th Level
! 5th Level
! 6th Level
|-
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*[[Magic:Cure Critical Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]]
*[[Magic:Cure Critical Wounds|Cure Critical Wounds]]
*[[Magic:Dimension Door|Dimension Door]]
*[[Magic:Dismissal|Dismissal]]
*[[Magic:Dismissal|Dismissal]]
*[[Magic:Dominate Person|Dominate Person]]
*[[Magic:Dominate Person|Dominate Person]]
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*[[Magic:Improved Invisibility|Improved Invisibility]]
*[[Magic:Improved Invisibility|Improved Invisibility]]
*[[Magic:Legend Lore|Legend Lore]]
*[[Magic:Legend Lore|Legend Lore]]
*[[Magic:Mass Ultravision|Mass Ultravision]]
*[[Magic:Neutralize Poison|Neutralize Poison]]
*[[Magic:Neutralize Poison|Neutralize Poison]]
*[[Magic:Summon Creature IV|Summon Creature IV]]
*[[Magic:Summon Creature IV|Summon Creature IV]]
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*[[Magic:Ethereal Visage|Ethereal Visage]]
*[[Magic:Ethereal Visage|Ethereal Visage]]
*[[Magic:Greater Dispelling|Greater Dispelling]]
*[[Magic:Greater Dispelling|Greater Dispelling]]
*[[Magic:Greater Heroism|Greater Heroism]]
*[[Magic:Healing Circle|Healing Circle]]
*[[Magic:Healing Circle|Healing Circle]]
*[[Magic:Mind Fog|Mind Fog]]
*[[Magic:Mind Fog|Mind Fog]]
*[[Magic:Summon Creature V|Summon Creature V]]
*[[Magic:Summon Creature V|Summon Creature V]]
|-
*[[Magic:Wall of Greater Dispel Magic|Wall of Greater Dispel Magic]]
! <U>Level 6</U>
 
|-
| valign=top |                                      <!-- 6th level spells -->
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*[[Magic:Dirge|Dirge]]
*[[Magic:Dirge|Dirge]]
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'''Epic Selectable Class Feats''': [[NWN:Automatic Quicken Spell I - III|Automatic Quicken Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Automatic Silent Spell I - III|Automatic Silent Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Automatic Still Spell I - III|Automatic Still Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Blinding Speed|Blinding Speed]], [[NWN:Epic Spell Penetration|Epic Spell Penetration]]
'''Epic Selectable Class Feats''': [[NWN:Automatic Quicken Spell I - III|Automatic Quicken Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Automatic Silent Spell I - III|Automatic Silent Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Automatic Still Spell I - III|Automatic Still Spell I - III]], [[NWN:Blinding Speed|Blinding Speed]], [[NWN:Epic Spell Penetration|Epic Spell Penetration]]
==Notes==
*Avlis UMD gives a bonus to NON-ARTIFICED casting items. These include amulets, unique items, rings, etc. Bonus is +1 to caster level/Spell DC per 5 base ranks (not including modifiers, skill focuses, etc.) in the Use Magic Device Skill.


==See also==
==See also==


[http://www.avlis.org/viewforum.php?f=142 Avlis Private Discussion: Bards], a private class discussion forum. PM Moderators [http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&u=3552 Sindol] or [http://www.avlis.org/privmsg.php?mode=post&u=3628 JollyOrc] to request access.
[http://www.avlis.org/viewforum.php?f=142 Avlis Private Discussion: Bards], a private class discussion forum.


==On Avlis==
==On Avlis==
An IC description of [[Avlissian_Bards|Avlissian Bards]] was written by [[PCs:Kered Rose|Kered Rose]]:<br>
An IC description of [[Avlissian_Bards|Avlissian Bards]] was written by [[PCs:Kered Rose|Kered Rose]]:<br>
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Part of the series on Character Classes
Base Classes: Barbarian | Bard | Cleric | Druid | Fighter | Monk | Paladin | Psion | Ranger | Rogue | Sorcerer | Wizard
Prestige Classes: Arcane Archer | Assassin | Avlis Dragon Disciple | Dwarven Defender | Pale Master | Shadowdancer | Shifter | Weapon Master
Holy Warrior Classes: Annihilator | Avenger | Blackguard | Champion | Confounder | Dominator | Equalizer | Justicar | Paladin


Bard

Description: Bards often serve as negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies. They love to accompany heroes (and villains) to witness heroic (or villainous) deeds firsthand, since a bard who can tell a story from personal experience earns renown among his fellows. A bard casts arcane spells without any advance preparation, much like a sorcerer. His magic emphasizes charms and illusions, and the bard can also play an inspiring song that strengthens him and his allies. Bards also share some specialized skills with rogues, and their knowledge of item lore is nearly unmatched. Note: on Avlis, the Bardic Music system provides bards up to nine more songs they can perform if their songbooks are discovered.

Alignment Restrictions: Any non-lawful

Hit Die: d6

Proficiencies: Armor (Light, Medium), Shields, Weapons (Simple)

Skill Points: (Int mod * 4 at 1st level) 4 + Int Mod

Skills: Appraise, Bluff, Concentration, Craft Armour, Craft Trap, Craft Weapon, Discipline, Heal, Hide, Listen, Lore, Move Silently, Parry, Perform, Persuade, Pick pocket, Spellcraft, Taunt, Tumble, Use Magic Device

Selectable Class Feats: Ambidexterity, Arcane Defense, Brew Potion, Craft Wand, Curse Song, Deflect Arrows, Extra Music, Greater Spell Penetration], Lingering Song, Quicken Spell, Scribe Scroll, Skill Focus, Spell Focus, Two Weapon Fighting, Weapon Proficiency Exotic, Weapon Proficiency Martial

Primary Saving Throw(s): Reflex, Will

Spellcasting: Arcane (Charisma-based, no spell preparation, spell failure from armor is a factor). Bards begin the game knowing four cantrips. Must have a Charisma score of 10 + the spell’s level to cast a spell.

Special Abilities & Feats

Spells

Bards draw their power from an invisible vortex of energy that permeates the entire world, called the Vortex of Mortal Magic. By channeling small amounts of energy from this vortex into their own bodies and shaping it, they are able to cast spells.

Cantrips 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level
   
4th Level 5th Level 6th Level

Spells per Day

Class Level 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 * * * * * *
2 3 0 * * * * *
3 3 1 * * * * *
4 3 2 0 * * * *
5 3 3 1 * * * *
6 3 3 2 * * * *
7 3 3 2 0 * * *
8 3 3 3 1 * * *
9 3 3 3 2 * * *
10 3 3 3 2 0 * *
11 3 3 3 3 1 * *
12 3 3 3 3 2 * *
13 3 3 3 3 2 0 *
14 4 3 3 3 3 1 *
15 4 4 3 3 3 2 *
16 4 4 4 3 3 2 0
17 4 4 4 4 3 3 1
18 4 4 4 4 4 3 2
19 4 4 4 4 4 4 3
20 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

Known Spells

Class Level 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
1 4 * * * * * *
2 5 2 * * * * *
3 5 3 * * * * *
4 5 3 2 * * * *
5 5 4 3 * * * *
6 5 4 3 * * * *
7 5 4 4 2 * * *
8 5 4 4 3 * * *
9 5 4 4 3 * * *
10 5 4 4 4 2 * *
11 5 4 4 4 3 * *
12 5 4 4 4 3 * *
13 5 4 4 4 4 2 *
14 5 4 4 4 4 3 *
15 5 4 4 4 4 3 *
16 5 5 4 4 4 4 2
17 5 5 5 4 4 4 3
18 5 5 5 4 4 4 3
19 5 5 5 5 5 4 4
20 5 5 5 5 5 5 4
Epic Bard
Epic Bard

Epic Bard

Skill Points: 4 + Int mod

Bonus Feats: 23, 26, 29, 32, 35, 38

Epic Bonus Feats: Arcane Defense, Curse Song, Epic Skill Focus (all but Animal Empathy), Epic Spell Focus, Epic Will, Extra Music, Great Charisma, Great Dexterity, Greater Spell Focus, Improved Combat Casting, Lasting Inspiration, Lingering Song

Epic Selectable Class Feats: Automatic Quicken Spell I - III, Automatic Silent Spell I - III, Automatic Still Spell I - III, Blinding Speed, Epic Spell Penetration

Notes

  • Avlis UMD gives a bonus to NON-ARTIFICED casting items. These include amulets, unique items, rings, etc. Bonus is +1 to caster level/Spell DC per 5 base ranks (not including modifiers, skill focuses, etc.) in the Use Magic Device Skill.

See also

Avlis Private Discussion: Bards, a private class discussion forum.

On Avlis

An IC description of Avlissian Bards was written by Kered Rose: