New Implements

[BobTheNob]

I have a bard that has taken Blade Initiate (Swordmage multiclass) feat. An aspect of the feat is "...you can use swordmage implements".

So, if I am wielding a magic longsword (which is a swordmage implement) do its bonus's only add to swordmage powers?

The bard is also half-elf and so has a Diletente sorceror power. Do I have to use sorceror implements to get a bonus on that?

Is there another way that implements can be exposed to other classes (other than spiral tower mage)?

 

[Squire James]

I'm pretty sure any implement you use is good on all powers with the Implement keyword. I think it is perfectly justified for a bard to multiclass into cleric and start using a holy symbol for his bard spells, for instance. His mockery didn't get any less vicious just because he took up preaching for a living!

Some DM's might limit implement use to powers with a similar power source, or even restrict them to certain classes as you postulate, but this is firmly in House Rule territory.

 

[Starfox]

You're looking for Arcane Implement Proficiency.