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Simple Sample builds
I thought I'd sketch out some simple sample builds which make IC (Inspire Courage) effective early.
Archer1, Human:
Feats: Song of the Heart, PB Shot (1), Rapid Shot (3)
By level 3, IC = +3/+3 using 1 spell (IB) and the SOTH feat.
By level 3, with badge of valor (1.4 K investment), IC = +4/+4 3 times day (actually 2 times a day because of limited spells, 3 times a day at lvel 4 on). IC boosting DONE.
By level 6 (Precise shot), basic Bard archer is set. Rest of feats are open.
{Comments: really spectacular at level 3 on up. As an archer by level 3, he hits with +4 + dex bonus after rapid shot and IC. (round 2+). That actually is a better "to hit" than a dedicated fighter archer! And way better damage (+4 per arrow + str). Nasty.
Archer2, Human:
Feats: PBSHOT, Rapid Shot (1) Precise Shot (3)
Use Badge of Valor and IB to pump up IC by +2 as soon as you can cast the spells/afford the item (level 2 for the spell, 3 for the item). Rest of feats and equipment is open. Precise shot is always nice to have early. Balanced and non-extreme build.
Melee1, Human
As archer1, except use WP: Reach weapon and Combat Reflexes instead of PB Shot, Rapid Shot. Must have high constitution for this one. With +4/+4 will be hitting often and hard, and reach keeps you out of trouble's way - for a little while. I'd suggest Alter Self as your first long-term 2nd level buff (high AC form!). Make a good skald-type.
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{and yes these do require a lot of spells at low level for IB. IB is strongest at lower levels, so I think this is ok.}
I thought I'd sketch out some simple sample builds which make IC (Inspire Courage) effective early.
Archer1, Human:
Feats: Song of the Heart, PB Shot (1), Rapid Shot (3)
By level 3, IC = +3/+3 using 1 spell (IB) and the SOTH feat.
By level 3, with badge of valor (1.4 K investment), IC = +4/+4 3 times day (actually 2 times a day because of limited spells, 3 times a day at lvel 4 on). IC boosting DONE.
By level 6 (Precise shot), basic Bard archer is set. Rest of feats are open.
{Comments: really spectacular at level 3 on up. As an archer by level 3, he hits with +4 + dex bonus after rapid shot and IC. (round 2+). That actually is a better "to hit" than a dedicated fighter archer! And way better damage (+4 per arrow + str). Nasty.
Archer2, Human:
Feats: PBSHOT, Rapid Shot (1) Precise Shot (3)
Use Badge of Valor and IB to pump up IC by +2 as soon as you can cast the spells/afford the item (level 2 for the spell, 3 for the item). Rest of feats and equipment is open. Precise shot is always nice to have early. Balanced and non-extreme build.
Melee1, Human
As archer1, except use WP: Reach weapon and Combat Reflexes instead of PB Shot, Rapid Shot. Must have high constitution for this one. With +4/+4 will be hitting often and hard, and reach keeps you out of trouble's way - for a little while. I'd suggest Alter Self as your first long-term 2nd level buff (high AC form!). Make a good skald-type.
out of time...
{and yes these do require a lot of spells at low level for IB. IB is strongest at lower levels, so I think this is ok.}
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