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<blockquote data-quote="RJKrik" data-source="post: 30977" data-attributes="member: 2488"><p>Hi there all, </p><p></p><p></p><p>In a 3e DnD game about tos tart I will be playing a Bard. (No... im not kidding.) I like the neat ways to use the class for good Roleplaying oppurtunties. Theres a small problem however... I've never played one in 3e (or 2e for that matter) So, I was just wondering if you could give me ideas on how to go about playing a bard. </p><p></p><p>(Here is some info on the character, 5th level made with 25 point buy+1 ability score up at 4th level) </p><p></p><p>Name: Gregory Patterson</p><p>Allignment: Chaotic Neutral</p><p>Race: Human</p><p>Class: Bard</p><p></p><p>Stats:</p><p></p><p>Str. 10 (9+1)</p><p>Dex. 12 </p><p>Con. 10 </p><p>Int. 14</p><p>Wis. 10</p><p>Chr. 16</p><p></p><p>Feats: Skill Focus: Perform, Point blank shot, Precise Shot. </p><p></p><p>Skills. Bluff 8 Ranks, Concentration 6 Ranks, Dechiipher Script 8 ranks, Diplomacy 8 ranks, Gather Information 8 ranks, Listen 2 Ranks, Perform 8 ranks, Sense Motive 8 ranks. </p><p></p><p>Bard extra Weapon Proficeincy: Composite Longbow</p><p></p><p>Gear (A small sampling thereof): Backpack, Bedroll, Flint and steel, 2x Torches, 2x Trail Rations, Musical insturment (not sure which one to pick...), Composite Longbow, Dagger, Chainmail Shirt. </p><p></p><p>Spells: </p><p></p><p>Cantrips: Dancing Lights, Daze, Flare, Ghost Sound, Mage Hand, Prestidigitation. </p><p></p><p>1st: Charm Person, Cure Light Wounds, Mage Armor, Silent Image. </p><p></p><p>2nd: Cure Moderale Wounds, Levitate, Suggestion. </p><p></p><p>Short Background: Greg came from a rather wealthy faimly. Upon his 18th birthday a group of Bards was hired to entertain the people at the party. Greg, being an adventerous person, did not want to be stuck doing the mundane things that would have been his task had he stayed in his life. So, he went along with the Bards. For years he travelled with them and learned their ways. ALthough, some of the bards he came into contact with were prone to steal or otherwise harm their fellows, Greg never found the need. </p><p></p><p>After 4 years with the group of Bards he left them and went out on his own to see what the world was like. Since he has traveled far and wide looking for new stories and songs to pass on to the common folk. </p><p></p><p></p><p>Well... thats a rough draft as it is, and not very descriptive, but thats the general idea. While he does good at times, he doesnt really feel and pressign need to do it ALL the time (hence CN not CG) Also, he definetly isnt a fighter, so thats why I have the Achery related feats. Keeps back and gives support to the front line fighters. With an arrow here and there for good measure. Also, likes money but usually spends it/gambles it away. </p><p></p><p></p><p>Now, as for what I'm actually asking about. "What kind of performaces should I take?" I get 8 of them, so its kinda hard to choose. "how would you play this character?" just any suggestions you can make. </p><p></p><p></p><p>Thanks for any help/comments you can give me. </p><p></p><p>RJKrik</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="RJKrik, post: 30977, member: 2488"] Hi there all, In a 3e DnD game about tos tart I will be playing a Bard. (No... im not kidding.) I like the neat ways to use the class for good Roleplaying oppurtunties. Theres a small problem however... I've never played one in 3e (or 2e for that matter) So, I was just wondering if you could give me ideas on how to go about playing a bard. (Here is some info on the character, 5th level made with 25 point buy+1 ability score up at 4th level) Name: Gregory Patterson Allignment: Chaotic Neutral Race: Human Class: Bard Stats: Str. 10 (9+1) Dex. 12 Con. 10 Int. 14 Wis. 10 Chr. 16 Feats: Skill Focus: Perform, Point blank shot, Precise Shot. Skills. Bluff 8 Ranks, Concentration 6 Ranks, Dechiipher Script 8 ranks, Diplomacy 8 ranks, Gather Information 8 ranks, Listen 2 Ranks, Perform 8 ranks, Sense Motive 8 ranks. Bard extra Weapon Proficeincy: Composite Longbow Gear (A small sampling thereof): Backpack, Bedroll, Flint and steel, 2x Torches, 2x Trail Rations, Musical insturment (not sure which one to pick...), Composite Longbow, Dagger, Chainmail Shirt. Spells: Cantrips: Dancing Lights, Daze, Flare, Ghost Sound, Mage Hand, Prestidigitation. 1st: Charm Person, Cure Light Wounds, Mage Armor, Silent Image. 2nd: Cure Moderale Wounds, Levitate, Suggestion. Short Background: Greg came from a rather wealthy faimly. Upon his 18th birthday a group of Bards was hired to entertain the people at the party. Greg, being an adventerous person, did not want to be stuck doing the mundane things that would have been his task had he stayed in his life. So, he went along with the Bards. For years he travelled with them and learned their ways. ALthough, some of the bards he came into contact with were prone to steal or otherwise harm their fellows, Greg never found the need. After 4 years with the group of Bards he left them and went out on his own to see what the world was like. Since he has traveled far and wide looking for new stories and songs to pass on to the common folk. Well... thats a rough draft as it is, and not very descriptive, but thats the general idea. While he does good at times, he doesnt really feel and pressign need to do it ALL the time (hence CN not CG) Also, he definetly isnt a fighter, so thats why I have the Achery related feats. Keeps back and gives support to the front line fighters. With an arrow here and there for good measure. Also, likes money but usually spends it/gambles it away. Now, as for what I'm actually asking about. "What kind of performaces should I take?" I get 8 of them, so its kinda hard to choose. "how would you play this character?" just any suggestions you can make. Thanks for any help/comments you can give me. RJKrik [/QUOTE]
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