Class guide

Bard

Magic through performance, and a knife in every conversation.

Hit died8
Primary abilityCharisma
Spellcasting111 SRD spells

Full caster with the best support toolkit: Bardic Inspiration, healing, illusions, and the skills to talk your way past what you can't fight.

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Subclasses (chosen at level 3)

SRDCollege of Lore

Collector of secrets, songs, and cutting words.

Cutting Words — expend Bardic Inspiration to mock and distract an enemy, subtracting the roll from their attack or check.

OriginalCollege of the Open Road

Every crossroads has a story, and you know them all.

Traveler's Welcome — you can always find a bed, a meal, and a rumor; once per session the DM owes you a useful local contact.

OriginalCollege of Masks

Performance as disguise, identity as instrument.

A Thousand Faces — expend Bardic Inspiration to briefly pass as someone you've observed, voice and mannerisms included.

Bard spell list (111 SRD spells)

Cantrips

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