Bard

From the Dragonrealms Website[1]: Masters of Music, and well schooled in a wide range of skills and lore, a Bard drinks in all he or she can of the happenings of the lands and uses it to their advantage. To attempt to define a Bard is to try to put order to the sands on the shore -- they are warriors, performers, wanderers, teachers, scholars... and much much more.

A boon to any adventuring group, their area-affecting magic can be instrumental to its survival and success. Be sure to bring extra libations, for a Bard's job is thirsty work.

About 180 years ago, a darkness fell upon the Guild with their near extermination by the Dragon Priests, silencing their voice and scattering their unity. The spirit of Music was reawakened by the selfless acts of Siryn -- and the voices of those who sang for her. Much has been rebuilt since the Guild doors were reopened, a new spirit and unity grows within that portents to rival and surpass what once was a proud and vibrant past.

Guild Hall Locations

The Crossing, in the province of Zoluren. Considered by some the 'main' Guildhall for Bards, this renovated structure is home to the famed Bard Silvyrfrost. (You can type DIR BARD for directions.)

Riverhaven, in the province of Therengia. Rebuilt upon the location of its predecessor, the Riverhaven Guild stands tall with plenty of space for the Guild Leader Ezruh and his companion Simon.

Shard, in the province of Ilithi. Sequestered in one of the city's many drinking establishments, the Guild Leader Macfrae tends to his cups as well as those Bards that pass by his table.

Ratha, in the province of Qi'Reshalia. Located in the Theater District of the third tier of Ratha, Yaziyi's workshop is more of an office for his repair work than a true Guildhall. Still, he is always available to those Bards who travel (or stumble) to his doorstep.

Muspar'i, in the province of Velaka. Located near the Heketha Theatre and the Street of Performers, the Guildhall is cared for by the Bard Leader Selinthesa's watchful eye.

Skills

A bard's primary skillset is lore. Magic and weapons are secondary skillsets, with survival and armor as tertiary skills.

Stats

Charisma, Agility and Stamina are the primary stats for bards.

Races

Bards break down into the following races:

Elven	50%
Human	18%
Prydaen	13%
Dwarven	9%
Halfling	4%
Gnomish	4%
S'Kra Mur	<1%
Elothean	<1%
Kaldar	<1%
Rakash	<1%
Gor'Tog	<1%