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	* Paths: [[Spellblade#Bard\|Bard]], [[Spellblade#Beguiler\|Beguiler]], [[Spellblade#Blackguard\|Blackguard]], [[Spellblade#Hexblade\|Hexblade]], [[Spellblade#Paladin\|Paladin]], [[Spellblade#Ranger\|Ranger]]		* Paths: [[Spellblade#Bard\|Bard]], [[Spellblade#Beguiler\|Beguiler]], [[Spellblade#Blackguard\|Blackguard]], [[Spellblade#Hexblade\|Hexblade]], [[Spellblade#Paladin\|Paladin]], [[Spellblade#Ranger\|Ranger]]

			=Class Progression=

	=Paths=		=Paths=

DM Maiyannah: Okay figured out homebrewing headers, lets condense the outline

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	It is said that music has a special magic, and the '''bard''' proves that saying true. Wandering across the land, gathering lore, telling stories, working magic with his music, and living on the gratitude of his audience - such is the life of a bard. When chance or opportunity draws them into a conflict, bards serve as diplomats, negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies.		It is said that music has a special magic, and the '''bard''' proves that saying true. Wandering across the land, gathering lore, telling stories, working magic with his music, and living on the gratitude of his audience - such is the life of a bard. When chance or opportunity draws them into a conflict, bards serve as diplomats, negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies.

	=== Roleplaying as a Bard ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying as a Bard</span>

	A bard's magic comes from the heart. If his heart is good, a bard brings hope and courage to the downtrodden and uses his tricks, music, and magic to thwart the schemes of evildoers. If the nobles of the land are corrupt, the good bard is an enemy of the state, cunningly evading capture and raising the spirits of the oppressed. But music can spring from an evil heart as well. Evil bards forego blatant violence in favor of manipulation, holding sway over the hearts and minds of others and taking what enraptured audiences "willingly" give.		A bard's magic comes from the heart. If his heart is good, a bard brings hope and courage to the downtrodden and uses his tricks, music, and magic to thwart the schemes of evildoers. If the nobles of the land are corrupt, the good bard is an enemy of the state, cunningly evading capture and raising the spirits of the oppressed. But music can spring from an evil heart as well. Evil bards forego blatant violence in favor of manipulation, holding sway over the hearts and minds of others and taking what enraptured audiences "willingly" give.

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	The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.		The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.

	=== Bard Abilities ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Bard Abilities</span>

	A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.		A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.

	~~'''~~Bard's differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN~~'''~~		<span style="font-size:125%">Bard's differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN</span>
	* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.		* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.
	* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.		* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.
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	Paladins take their adventures seriously and have a penchant for referring to them as quests. Even a mundane mission is, in the heart of the paladin, a personal test - an opportunity to demonstrate bravery, to develop martial skills, to learn tactics, and to find ways to do good. Still, the paladin really comes into her own when leading a mighty campaign against evil, not when merely looting ruins.		Paladins take their adventures seriously and have a penchant for referring to them as quests. Even a mundane mission is, in the heart of the paladin, a personal test - an opportunity to demonstrate bravery, to develop martial skills, to learn tactics, and to find ways to do good. Still, the paladin really comes into her own when leading a mighty campaign against evil, not when merely looting ruins.

	=== Roleplaying a paladin ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying a paladin</span>

	Divine power protects the paladin and gives her special powers. It wards off harm, protects her from disease, lets her heal herself, and guards her heart against fear. The paladin can also direct this power to help others, healing their wounds or curing diseases. Finally, the paladin can use this power to destroy evil. Even the least experienced paladin can detect evil, and more experienced paladins can smite evil foes and turn away undead. In addition, this power draws a mighty steed to the paladin and imbues that mount with strength, intelligence, and magical protection.		Divine power protects the paladin and gives her special powers. It wards off harm, protects her from disease, lets her heal herself, and guards her heart against fear. The paladin can also direct this power to help others, healing their wounds or curing diseases. Finally, the paladin can use this power to destroy evil. Even the least experienced paladin can detect evil, and more experienced paladins can smite evil foes and turn away undead. In addition, this power draws a mighty steed to the paladin and imbues that mount with strength, intelligence, and magical protection.

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	The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.		The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.

	=== Paladin abilities ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Paladin abilities</span>

	'''Paladin's differences from the SRD and base NWN'''		'''Paladin's differences from the SRD and base NWN'''

	== Beguiler ==		== Beguiler ==
	=== Roleplaying a Beguiler ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying a Beguiler</span>
	=== Beguiler abilities ===
	~~'''~~Beguiler's differences from the SRD~~'''~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Beguiler abilities</span>

			<span style="font-size:125%">Beguiler's differences from the SRD</span>

	== Blackguard ==		== Blackguard ==
	=== Roleplaying a Blackguard ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying a Blackguard</span>
	=== Blackguard abilities===
	~~'''~~Blackguard's differences from the SRD~~'''~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Blackguard abilities</span>

			<span style="font-size:125%">Blackguard's differences from the SRD</span>

	== Hexblade ==		== Hexblade ==
	=== Roleplaying a Hexblade ~~===~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying a Hexblade</span>
	=== Hexblade abilities ===
	~~'''~~Hexblade's differences from the SRD~~'''~~		<span style="font-size:175%">Hexblade abilities</span>

			<span style="font-size:125%">Hexblade's differences from the SRD</span>

	== Ranger==		== Ranger==
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	A ranger often accepts the role of protector, aiding those who live in or travel through the woods. In addition, a ranger carries grudges against certain types of creatures and looks for opportunities to find and destroy them. He may adventure for all the reasons that a fighter does.		A ranger often accepts the role of protector, aiding those who live in or travel through the woods. In addition, a ranger carries grudges against certain types of creatures and looks for opportunities to find and destroy them. He may adventure for all the reasons that a fighter does.

			<span style="font-size:175%">Roleplaying a Ranger</span>

	~~=== Roleplaying a Ranger ===~~
	A ranger can use a variety of weapons and is quite capable in combat. His skills allow him to survive in the wilderness, to find his prey, and to avoid detection. He also has special knowledge about certain types of creatures, which makes it easier for him to find and defeat such foes. Finally, an experienced ranger has such a tie to nature that he can actually draw upon natural power to cast divine spells, much as a druid does.		A ranger can use a variety of weapons and is quite capable in combat. His skills allow him to survive in the wilderness, to find his prey, and to avoid detection. He also has special knowledge about certain types of creatures, which makes it easier for him to find and defeat such foes. Finally, an experienced ranger has such a tie to nature that he can actually draw upon natural power to cast divine spells, much as a druid does.

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	The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.		The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.

	=== Ranger abilities ===		<span style="font-size:175%">Ranger abilities</span>
	~~'''~~Ranger's differences from the SRD and base NWN~~'''~~
			<span style="font-size:125%">Ranger's differences from the SRD and base NWN</span>

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	The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.		The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.

	=== Bard's differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN ~~===~~		=== Bard Abilities ===
			A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.

			'''Bard's differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN'''
	* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.		* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.
	* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.		* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.
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	* Bardic Knowledge grants a bonus to Lore Checks, in lieu of its tabletop form.		* Bardic Knowledge grants a bonus to Lore Checks, in lieu of its tabletop form.
	* Unlike NWN, TOUD does replicate the lack of Arcane Spell Failure for bards wearing light armour.		* Unlike NWN, TOUD does replicate the lack of Arcane Spell Failure for bards wearing light armour.

	~~=== Bard Abilities ===~~
	A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.

	==Paladin==		==Paladin==
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	The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.		The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.

	~~=== Paladin's differences from the SRD and NWN ===~~
	=== Paladin abilities ===		=== Paladin abilities ===
			'''Paladin's differences from the SRD and base NWN'''

	== Beguiler ==		== Beguiler ==
	=== Roleplaying a Beguiler ===		=== Roleplaying a Beguiler ===
	~~=== Beguiler's differences from the SRD ===~~
	=== Beguiler abilities ===		=== Beguiler abilities ===
			'''Beguiler's differences from the SRD'''

	== Blackguard ==		== Blackguard ==
	=== Roleplaying a Blackguard ===		=== Roleplaying a Blackguard ===
	~~=== Blackguard's differences from the SRD ===~~
	=== Blackguard abilities===		=== Blackguard abilities===
			'''Blackguard's differences from the SRD'''

	== Hexblade ==		== Hexblade ==
	=== Roleplaying a Hexblade ===		=== Roleplaying a Hexblade ===
	~~=== Hexblade's differences from the SRD ===~~
	=== Hexblade abilities ===		=== Hexblade abilities ===
			'''Hexblade's differences from the SRD'''

	== Ranger==		== Ranger==
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	The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.		The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.

	~~=== Ranger's differences from the SRD and base NWN ===~~
	=== Ranger abilities ===		=== Ranger abilities ===
			'''Ranger's differences from the SRD and base NWN'''

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	Paladins take their adventures seriously and have a penchant for referring to them as quests. Even a mundane mission is, in the heart of the paladin, a personal test - an opportunity to demonstrate bravery, to develop martial skills, to learn tactics, and to find ways to do good. Still, the paladin really comes into her own when leading a mighty campaign against evil, not when merely looting ruins.		Paladins take their adventures seriously and have a penchant for referring to them as quests. Even a mundane mission is, in the heart of the paladin, a personal test - an opportunity to demonstrate bravery, to develop martial skills, to learn tactics, and to find ways to do good. Still, the paladin really comes into her own when leading a mighty campaign against evil, not when merely looting ruins.

			=== Roleplaying a paladin ===
	Divine power protects the paladin and gives her special powers. It wards off harm, protects her from disease, lets her heal herself, and guards her heart against fear. The paladin can also direct this power to help others, healing their wounds or curing diseases. Finally, the paladin can use this power to destroy evil. Even the least experienced paladin can detect evil, and more experienced paladins can smite evil foes and turn away undead. In addition, this power draws a mighty steed to the paladin and imbues that mount with strength, intelligence, and magical protection.		Divine power protects the paladin and gives her special powers. It wards off harm, protects her from disease, lets her heal herself, and guards her heart against fear. The paladin can also direct this power to help others, healing their wounds or curing diseases. Finally, the paladin can use this power to destroy evil. Even the least experienced paladin can detect evil, and more experienced paladins can smite evil foes and turn away undead. In addition, this power draws a mighty steed to the paladin and imbues that mount with strength, intelligence, and magical protection.

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	The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.		The paladin's chief role in most groups is as a melee combatant, but she contributes other useful support as well. She makes a good secondary healer, and her high Charisma opens up fine leadership opportunities.

			=== Paladin's differences from the SRD and NWN ===
			=== Paladin abilities ===

			== Beguiler ==
			=== Roleplaying a Beguiler ===
			=== Beguiler's differences from the SRD ===
			=== Beguiler abilities ===

			== Blackguard ==
			=== Roleplaying a Blackguard ===
			=== Blackguard's differences from the SRD ===
			=== Blackguard abilities===

			== Hexblade ==
			=== Roleplaying a Hexblade ===
			=== Hexblade's differences from the SRD ===
			=== Hexblade abilities ===

	== Ranger==		== Ranger==
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	A ranger often accepts the role of protector, aiding those who live in or travel through the woods. In addition, a ranger carries grudges against certain types of creatures and looks for opportunities to find and destroy them. He may adventure for all the reasons that a fighter does.		A ranger often accepts the role of protector, aiding those who live in or travel through the woods. In addition, a ranger carries grudges against certain types of creatures and looks for opportunities to find and destroy them. He may adventure for all the reasons that a fighter does.


			=== Roleplaying a Ranger ===
	A ranger can use a variety of weapons and is quite capable in combat. His skills allow him to survive in the wilderness, to find his prey, and to avoid detection. He also has special knowledge about certain types of creatures, which makes it easier for him to find and defeat such foes. Finally, an experienced ranger has such a tie to nature that he can actually draw upon natural power to cast divine spells, much as a druid does.		A ranger can use a variety of weapons and is quite capable in combat. His skills allow him to survive in the wilderness, to find his prey, and to avoid detection. He also has special knowledge about certain types of creatures, which makes it easier for him to find and defeat such foes. Finally, an experienced ranger has such a tie to nature that he can actually draw upon natural power to cast divine spells, much as a druid does.

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	The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.		The ranger's best role is that of a scout and secondary combatant. Without the heavy armor of the fighter or the staying power of the barbarian, the ranger should focus on opportunistic and ranged attacks. Most rangers user their animal companions as sentries, scouts, or to assist them in melee combat.

			=== Ranger's differences from the SRD and base NWN ===
			=== Ranger abilities ===

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	It is said that music has a special magic, and the '''bard''' proves that saying true. Wandering across the land, gathering lore, telling stories, working magic with his music, and living on the gratitude of his audience - such is the life of a bard. When chance or opportunity draws them into a conflict, bards serve as diplomats, negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies.		It is said that music has a special magic, and the '''bard''' proves that saying true. Wandering across the land, gathering lore, telling stories, working magic with his music, and living on the gratitude of his audience - such is the life of a bard. When chance or opportunity draws them into a conflict, bards serve as diplomats, negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies.

	== ~~Class Niche~~ ==		=== Roleplaying as a Bard ===
	A bard's magic comes from the heart. If his heart is good, a bard brings hope and courage to the downtrodden and uses his tricks, music, and magic to thwart the schemes of evildoers. If the nobles of the land are corrupt, the good bard is an enemy of the state, cunningly evading capture and raising the spirits of the oppressed. But music can spring from an evil heart as well. Evil bards forego blatant violence in favor of manipulation, holding sway over the hearts and minds of others and taking what enraptured audiences "willingly" give.		A bard's magic comes from the heart. If his heart is good, a bard brings hope and courage to the downtrodden and uses his tricks, music, and magic to thwart the schemes of evildoers. If the nobles of the land are corrupt, the good bard is an enemy of the state, cunningly evading capture and raising the spirits of the oppressed. But music can spring from an evil heart as well. Evil bards forego blatant violence in favor of manipulation, holding sway over the hearts and minds of others and taking what enraptured audiences "willingly" give.

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	In addition to spells, a bard works magic with his music and poetry. He can encourage allies, hold his audiences rapt, and counter magical effects that rely on speech or sound.		In addition to spells, a bard works magic with his music and poetry. He can encourage allies, hold his audiences rapt, and counter magical effects that rely on speech or sound.

	== Alignment and Religion ==		'''Alignment and Religion'''
	Bards are wanderers, guided by whim and intuition rather than by tradition or law. The spontaneous talent, magic, and lifestyle of the bard are incompatible with a lawful alignment.		Bards are wanderers, guided by whim and intuition rather than by tradition or law. The spontaneous talent, magic, and lifestyle of the bard are incompatible with a lawful alignment.

	Bards revere Fharlanghn (god of roads). They sometimes camp near his wayside shrines, hoping to earn some coin from the travelers who stop to leave offerings for the god. Many bards, even those who are not elves, worship Corellon Larethian, god of elves and patron of poetry and music. Many good bards are partial to Pelor (god of the sun), believing that he watches over them in their travels. Bards given to chaos and occasional larceny favor Olidammara (god of thieves). Those who have turned to evil ways are known to worship Erythnul (the god of slaughter), though few will admit to it. In any event, bards spend so much time on the road that, while they may be devoted to a deity, they are rarely devoted to any particular temple.		Bards revere Fharlanghn (god of roads). They sometimes camp near his wayside shrines, hoping to earn some coin from the travelers who stop to leave offerings for the god. Many bards, even those who are not elves, worship Corellon Larethian, god of elves and patron of poetry and music. Many good bards are partial to Pelor (god of the sun), believing that he watches over them in their travels. Bards given to chaos and occasional larceny favor Olidammara (god of thieves). Those who have turned to evil ways are known to worship Erythnul (the god of slaughter), though few will admit to it. In any event, bards spend so much time on the road that, while they may be devoted to a deity, they are rarely devoted to any particular temple.

	== Bards as Adventurers ==		'''Bards as Adventurers'''
	An apprentice bard learns his skills from a single experienced bard, whom he follows and serves until he is ready to strike out on his own. Many bards were once young runaways or orphans, befriended by wandering bards who became their mentors. Since bards occasionally congregate in informal "colleges," the apprentice bard may meet many of the more prominent bards in the area. Still, the bard has no strong allegiance to bards as a whole. In fact, some bards are highly competitive with other bards, jealous of their reputations and defensive		An apprentice bard learns his skills from a single experienced bard, whom he follows and serves until he is ready to strike out on his own. Many bards were once young runaways or orphans, befriended by wandering bards who became their mentors. Since bards occasionally congregate in informal "colleges," the apprentice bard may meet many of the more prominent bards in the area. Still, the bard has no strong allegiance to bards as a whole. In fact, some bards are highly competitive with other bards, jealous of their reputations and defensive

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	The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.		The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.

	== ~~Differences~~ from the SRD/vanilla NWN ==		=== Bard's differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN ===
	* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.		* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.
	* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.		* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.
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	* Unlike NWN, TOUD does replicate the lack of Arcane Spell Failure for bards wearing light armour.		* Unlike NWN, TOUD does replicate the lack of Arcane Spell Failure for bards wearing light armour.

	== ~~Class Features~~ ==		=== Bard Abilities ===
	* Class Skills: Appraise (Int), Balance (Dex), Bluff (Cha), Concentration (Con), Craft (Int), Culture (Int), Disguise (Cha), Escape Artist (Dex), Hide (Dex), Listen (Wis), Move Silently (Dex), Occultism (Int), Perform (Cha), Profession (Wis), Religion (Int), Sense Motive (Wis), Sleight of Hand (Dex), Speak Language (Int), Spellcraft (Int), Tumble (Dex), and Use Magic Device (Cha).
	* '''Skill Points at 1st Level:''' (6 + Int modifier) x 4.
	* '''Skill Points at Each Additional Level:''' 6 + Int modifier.
	* '''Weapon and Armour Proficiency:''' A bard is proficient with all simple weapons, plus the longsword, rapier, sap, short sword, shortbow, and whip. Bards are proficient with light armor and shields (except tower shields).

	A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.		A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.

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	* Paths: Bard, Beguiler, Blackguard, Hexblade, Paladin, Ranger		* Paths: [[Spellblade#Bard\|Bard]], [[Spellblade#Beguiler\|Beguiler]], [[Spellblade#Blackguard\|Blackguard]], [[Spellblade#Hexblade\|Hexblade]], [[Spellblade#Paladin\|Paladin]], [[Spellblade#Ranger\|Ranger]]

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 A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.
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==Bard==
[[File:Bard.png|right|class=bard|A bard in full adventuring gear]]
''Original Tabletop source: Player's Handbook 3.0''

'''''Note:''' This page represents a class abstract which needs rewritten for the setting's specifics.''
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It is said that music has a special magic, and the '''bard''' proves that saying true. Wandering across the land, gathering lore, telling stories, working magic with his music, and living on the gratitude of his audience - such is the life of a bard. When chance or opportunity draws them into a conflict, bards serve as diplomats, negotiators, messengers, scouts, and spies.

== Class Niche ==
A bard's magic comes from the heart. If his heart is good, a bard brings hope and courage to the downtrodden and uses his tricks, music, and magic to thwart the schemes of evildoers. If the nobles of the land are corrupt, the good bard is an enemy of the state, cunningly evading capture and raising the spirits of the oppressed. But music can spring from an evil heart as well. Evil bards forego blatant violence in favor of manipulation, holding sway over the hearts and minds of others and taking what enraptured audiences "willingly" give.

A bard brings forth magic from his soul, not from a book. He can cast only a small number of spells, but he can do so without selecting or preparing them in advance. His magic emphasizes charms and illusions over the more dramatic evocation spells that wizards and sorcerers often use.

Bards have some of the skills that rogues have, although bards they are not as focused on skill mastery as rogues are. A bard listens to stories as well as telling them, of course, so he has a vast knowledge of local events and noteworthy items.

In addition to spells, a bard works magic with his music and poetry. He can encourage allies, hold his audiences rapt, and counter magical effects that rely on speech or sound.

== Alignment and Religion ==
Bards are wanderers, guided by whim and intuition rather than by tradition or law. The spontaneous talent, magic, and lifestyle of the bard are incompatible with a lawful alignment.

Bards revere Fharlanghn (god of roads). They sometimes camp near his wayside shrines, hoping to earn some coin from the travelers who stop to leave offerings for the god. Many bards, even those who are not elves, worship Corellon Larethian, god of elves and patron of poetry and music. Many good bards are partial to Pelor (god of the sun), believing that he watches over them in their travels. Bards given to chaos and occasional larceny favor Olidammara (god of thieves). Those who have turned to evil ways are known to worship Erythnul (the god of slaughter), though few will admit to it. In any event, bards spend so much time on the road that, while they may be devoted to a deity, they are rarely devoted to any particular temple.

== Bards as Adventurers ==
An apprentice bard learns his skills from a single experienced bard, whom he follows and serves until he is ready to strike out on his own. Many bards were once young runaways or orphans, befriended by wandering bards who became their mentors. Since bards occasionally congregate in informal "colleges," the apprentice bard may meet many of the more prominent bards in the area. Still, the bard has no strong allegiance to bards as a whole. In fact, some bards are highly competitive with other bards, jealous of their reputations and defensive

Bards see adventures as opportunities to learn. They practice their many skills and abilities, and they especially relish the opportunity to enter a long-forgotten tomb, to discover ancient works of magic, to decipher old tomes, to travel to strange places, to encounter exotic creatures, and to learn new songs and stories. Bards love to accompany heroes (and villains), joining their entourage to witness their deeds firsthand - a bard who can tell a marvelous story from personal experience earns renown among his fellows. Indeed, after telling so many stories about heroes doing mighty deeds, many bards take these themes to heart and assume heroic roles themselves.

A bard works well with companions of other classes. He often serves as the spokesman of the party, using his social skills for the party's benefit. In a party without a wizard or sorcerer, the bard contributes his magic. In a party without a rogue, he uses his skills. A bard is curious about the ways of more focused or dedicated adventurers, so he often tries to pick up pointers from fighters, sorcerers, and rogues.

The bard is perhaps the ultimate generalist. In most adventuring groups, he works best in a supporting role. He can't usually match the stealth of the ranger or the rogue, the spellcasting power of the cleric or the wizard, or the combat prowess of the barbarian or the fighter. However, he makes all the other characters better at what they do, and he can often fill in for another character when needed. For a typical group of four characters, the bard is perhaps the most useful fifth character to consider adding, and he can make a great team leader.

== Differences from the SRD/vanilla NWN ==
* While they remain not particularly given to lawful alignments, this alignment restriction is not enforced in TOUD. Bards can be of any alignment.
* Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Gather Information, Jump, Profession, Sleight of Hand, and Swim skills do not exist in TOUD and the bard does not gain them.
* Knowledge, Decipher Script, and Gather Information skills are replaced with Culture, Occultism, and Religion, covering those three skills in the each of the three given contexts. Bards have all three as class skills.
* Lore exists in NWN but not in the Tabletop. For Bards, it is a class skill.
* Bardic Knowledge grants a bonus to Lore Checks, in lieu of its tabletop form.
* Unlike NWN, TOUD does replicate the lack of Arcane Spell Failure for bards wearing light armour.

== Class Features ==
* Class Skills: Appraise (Int), Balance (Dex), Bluff (Cha), Concentration (Con), Craft (Int), Culture (Int), Disguise (Cha), Escape Artist (Dex), Hide (Dex), Listen (Wis), Move Silently (Dex), Occultism (Int), Perform (Cha), Profession (Wis), Religion (Int), Sense Motive (Wis), Sleight of Hand (Dex), Speak Language (Int), Spellcraft (Int), Tumble (Dex), and Use Magic Device (Cha).
* '''Skill Points at 1st Level:''' (6 + Int modifier) x 4.
* '''Skill Points at Each Additional Level:''' 6 + Int modifier.
* '''Weapon and Armour Proficiency:''' A bard is proficient with all simple weapons, plus the longsword, rapier, sap, short sword, shortbow, and whip. Bards are proficient with light armor and shields (except tower shields).

A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. However, like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor or using a shield incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component (most do). A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.

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