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IMO it is not. Changing to thief is a special thing that bards (and only bards) can do.

Yeah, when I active on DF this one was a recurring discussion...

I disagree with this interpretation, but I understand how you get to the conclusion. For me it's as simple as the Bard has special...

Yeah, I know 1e has a reputation for being obtuse at times, but in this case I think it's as simple as reading the requirements on the...

But the bard is not dual classing so the character does not have to meet the requirement for dual-classing.

There is a pre-bard. What happens with a helm of opposite alignment (or in dozen of other situations one can think up) in undetermined...

I'm familiar with this position (which is reasonable), but I disagree. You decide to be a bard at the time of creation. You must meet...

I'm not arguing the main point that the 1e bard is a silly class (even though I love the idea of a "celtic" bard close to druids), but...

That is one long debate. My interpretation has always been that the rules for bards entirely supersede those for dual classing.

I thought that it was actually directing the ticks, but it was just an impression.

I consider druids to be quite powerful. Illusionists are too, but they do require a creative player and a DM who is willing to let them...

I found this a weak episode. They went overboard, IMO, and they crossed the line from horror to ridiculous. Still the smart alien should...

Absolutely. 1e was better designed than folks give it credit for IMO, even if the organization left much to be desired.

I can see a little bit of Rolemaster influence in 3e, but absolutely nothing from Ars Magica. Casters were progressively having many of...

Ars Magica is roll d10 and add modifier and has talents which feats may have been inspired by. The wizards in 3e are not even remotely...