SubtleMods: Might and Guile, a tweak mod and kit pack for warriors and rogues

CORSAIR: Part warrior, part rogue, part charming sailor, the Corsair is a dashing swordsman who survives by sharp wits and a sharper blade.

Advantages:
– Can achieve Grand Mastery (5 stars) with light bladed weapons.
– Gains a bonus to Armor Class for every six levels gained.
– Can use use the skill Swashbuckling once per day for each five levels. While Swashbuckling, the character wheels and spins and parries, gaining an Armor Class of -1 per two levels, up to a maximum of -10.

Disadvantages:
– Cannot become proficient with heavy weapons.
– May only achieve Mastery (+++) with ranged weapons.
– May not wear heavier armor than studded leather.
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SAMURAI: this is a warrior who draws on an implacable fighting spirit to overcome enemies. Unlike most fighters, Samurai focus their training such that they can only achieve grandmastery with a single weapon group. However the bond and intense training with that weapon allows Samurai to draw upon 'ki,' or spirit energy, to perform terrific feats of combat prowess.

Advantages:
– May select a Weapon of Focus at 9th level. The Samurai instantly gains grandmastery with the chosen weapon.
– A Samurai may channel their ki energy into feats of near-superhuman strength, agility, and ferocity. The Samurai gets one ki point at 1st level and another ki point every third level thereafter, up to seven at 18th level. These ki points may be used for the following abilities:

• Lay On Hands (heal oneself or a comrade)
• Shield of the Wind (evade missile attacks)
• Flurry of Blows (attack with greater frequency but reduced accuracy)
• Tiger Strike (preform a critical strike)
• Stunning Blow (cause the target of a weapon strike to be stunned)
• Inner Gate Strike (cause saving throw penalties via a weapon strike)
• War Cry (a powerful yell that can a panic enemies)

Disadvantages:
– May only achieve specialization with weapons other than the Weapon of Focus.
– Alignment restrictions: may not be chaotic.
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IRONSMITH: these professionals are devoted to the art of forging weapons, armor, and other useful objects. They rarely go adventuring, instead focusing on outfitting those who venture into danger. Masters of the forge are capable of creating exquisitely well-honed items, sometimes even incorporating exotic materials and wild energies to produce qualities tantamount to magic. Ironsmiths are also more knowledgable about the workings of mundane and legendary items aside from bards. They become naturally resistant to heat thanks to their frequent proximity to hot forges, and their hearing is affected by spending so many hours around ringing hammers and anvils. Finally, Ironsmiths pick up some interesting techniques to create loud, resounding blows with their weapons, which can damage and distract opponents.

Abilities:
– 20% bonus to fire resistance.
– 8 Lore per level.
– Ironsmiths have a 50% chance to resist the effects of enemies' Chant, Command, and Power Word spells.
– Special Ability: 'Resounding Strike' - once per day per three levels of experience, Ironsmiths can use a special strike which does 4d4 sonic damage and has a chance to deafen any opponents within five feet of their target.
– Special Ability: 'Spiritual Hammer' - so intimately connected are Ironsmiths to their art that, once per day per four levels of experience, they can manifest a weapon that is identical to the 'Spiritual Hammer' priest spell.

Restrictions:
– May only achieve grandmastery with war hammers.
– May not invest in the shield-fighting or two-handed weapon combat styles.
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BARBARIAN/THIEF: a Barbarian can be an excellent warrior. While not as disciplined or as skilled as a Fighter, the Barbarian can willingly throw self into a berserker rage, becoming a tougher and stronger opponent. In addition, their natural physicality sometimes pairs their warrior strength with agility and keen observation, allowing the use of the stealth and detection skills of rogues.

Abilities:
– Can move 2 points faster than other characters.
– Immune to backstab attacks.
– 11th level: Gains 10% resistance to crushing, slashing, piercing, and missile damage. An additional 5% is gained at levels 15 and 19.
– May use the Rage ability once per day per four levels of experience. The enraged status lasts for 5 rounds and provides a +4 bonus to Strength and Constitution, a -2 penalty to Armor Class and a +2 bonus to Saving Throws vs. Spell, as well as immunity to all charm, hold, fear, maze, stun, sleep, confusion, and level drain spells.

Restrictions:
– May not use the 'Pick Pockets' or 'Open Locks' thief skills.
– May not wear armor heavier than studded leather.
– May only distribute 20 skill points each level.
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TOMB RUNNER: these adventurers are seekers after history, truth, and riches. They love to travel to strange lands, searching for mysterious and ancient ruins. Whether in pursuit of scholarly knowledge, or power and fame (or all of the above!), Tomb Runners are adept at surviving hostile dungeons that often do not *want* to be explored.

Abilities:
– Initial 15-point bonus to Find Traps and Detect Illusions.
– +5 bonus to Lore each level.
– +3 bonus to to-hit and damage rolls against undead creatures.

– At level 15, may Use Any Item.

Restrictions:
– May not use the Pick Pockets skill.
– May distribute 20 skill points each level.
– Reduced backstab multiplier progression, matching that of a Stalker.
– Tomb Runners need a free hand to examine relics; therefore, they do not learn to dual-wield two weapons at once.
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THUG: Some rogues find that the application of violence is as effective in the pursuit of their goals as the more refined thieving skills. These may be simple lone muggers, or organized enforcers for a guild. In either case, for most of a peaceful urban populace, the only sure thing is that thugs are to be feared and guarded against.

Abilities:
– +1 bonus to Strength.
– +1 bonus to backstab multiplier.

Restrictions:
– -2 penalty to Dexterity.
– May not use the Open Locks, Detect Illusion, or Set Traps skills.
– May only distribute 20 skill points each level.
– May not be Lawful or Good alignments.
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RAKE: The rake is a rogue who is open about his skills and talents, often to the point of being boastful. The rake might have the protection of an important figure who finds his services useful, but often simple bravado is enough to keep trouble away. Brash and unafraid of confrontation, a rake is often the face of a group for purposes diplomacy, gathering information, negotiations, or to gain the most lucrative contracts and quests from local authorities. Unlike most thieves, rakes rarely strike from the shadows, preferring to get in an opponent's face and deliver a clever quip. To their enemies' enduring frustration, rakes are often lucky enough to survive such encounters.

Advantages:
– Natural +1 bonus to thac0, AC, and Luck.
– May specialize in weapons that thieves can use.
– May place 3 slots into Two-Weapon Style.

Disadvantages:
– Only gains 20 thieving skill points each level.
– Backstab damage does not increase when leveling up.
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SWASHBUCKLER: This rogue is part acrobat, part duellist, and part wit: the epitome of charm and grace. Swashbucklers are seen by many as dandies, and they are not the best at thieving. But their skill with blades is not to be underestimated; it usually gets them out of trouble when charm and stealth fail.

Advantages:
– +1 bonus to Armor Class and thac0 at 1st level, plus an additional +1 bonus every 5 levels.
– May specialize in any melee weapon usable by Thieves.
– May place 3 slots into Two-Weapon Style.

Disadvantages:
– May not set traps.
– May only distribute 20 skill points per level among thieving skills.
– The swashbuckler can backstab, but with a reduced multiplier.
– May not dual-class to fighter.
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NINJA: the Ninja is a highly trained spy who is expert in the arts of intrusion, sabotage, and elimination. These shadow warriors are generally trained by and work on behalf of a clan, town, or local organization. They learn a diverse skill set including stealth, investigation, combat, and even a small amount of specialized magic.

Advantages:
– May specialize in weapons usable by thieves.
– May use rangers' Tracking ability.
– May concentrate ki energy into deceptive and shadowy magical effects. The Ninja begins with one ki point at first level, and gains another ki point at every odd level thereafter, up to 10 points at 19th level. Ki points may be spent to reproduce the effects of the following spells:

• Blindness
• Sleep
• Reflected Image
• Blur
• Knock
• Sanctuary
• Shadowstep

Disadvantages:
– May not use the Pick Pockets thieving skill.
– Only gains 20 thieving skill points each level.
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SPELLFILCHER: The Spellfilchers are hidden society of very specialized thieves. They hone their abilities toward a dangerous goal: stealing magic from wizards. To that end, Spellfilchers have a few special tricks they can employ when confronted by angry mages.

Abilities:
– Any target struck by a Spellfilcher in melee combat must save vs. rods/wands or suffer a 33% chance of miscast magic for 3 rounds.
– Spellfilchers may cast the priest spell "Silence 15' Radius" to prevent an enemy from casting spells.
– At 5th level, Spellfilchers may cast a special variant of "Spell Turning" which lasts for 12 hours. It will only turn back a single spell.
– At 9th level Spellfilchers become innately and permanently protected by the effect of the spell "Non-detection."

Restrictions:
– None
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LOREMASTER: There is a fine line between Loremaster and sage. Loremasters may often be found in professorial positions, teaching history to others. But unlike sages, Loremasters feel compelled to go out and discover knowledge by exploring the unknown. They can often be found fleeing huge boulders in trapped dungeons, battling savage practitioners of strange magics, and discovering secret passages in ancient castles. Loremasters are fond of any aspect of history that makes a good story - and they enjoy living those stories as much as telling them.

Abilities:
– Through their devoted study of the past, gain a fundamental understanding of many strange magical artifacts. Thus, they can use any magical item.
– Loremasters' studies enhance their understanding of magic, so much that they cast spells as if they were one level higher.
– Loremasters receive a bonus +5 lore per level.

Restrictions:
– Loremasters may only spend 18 skill points toward thieving skills each level, and cannot practice the arts of Picking Pockets or Setting traps.
– Loremasters do not do extra damage by backstabbing.
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FOREST RANGER: the most common, or at least commonly visible, type of ranger, forest rangers are knowledgeable woodsmen and able warriors. Fiercely protective by nature, they are often called upon to fulfill a dual role: sometimes guiding travelers through areas with hostile wildlife, and at other times protecting that very wildlife from those who would carelessly exploit Toril's resource-rich woodlands.

Advantages:
– Innate ability to Charm animals and beats, once per day per 5 levels of experience.
– Innate ability to cast the Goodberry spell once per day.
– +2 bonus to hit and damage against (non-humanoid) mammals, gibberlings, and lycanthropes.

Restrictions:
– Alignment must be Good.
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MOUNTAIN RANGER: these individuals are hardy survivalists, trained to thrive among lofty peaks and protect the passes and valleys which are the lifeblood of mountain communities. Mountain Rangers are also expert spelunkers, since the most common source of evil threatening these lands tends to spring from underground cave systems, where all manner of dangerous beings tend to congregate and where ancient artifacts of power tend to be lost.

Advantages:
– +3 bonus to saving throws vs. Death/Poison and Petrification/Polymorph.
– +2 bonus to hit and damage against kobolds, beetles, myconids, trolls, and umber hulks.

Restrictions:
– Alignment must be Good.
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JUNGLE RANGER: these warriors are guides and hunters in some of the most competitive and dangerous ecosystems. Pure might means very little in the jungle; so Jungle Rangers employ tactics such as stealth and poison to survive. These tools, along with expert knowledge of the most dangerous denizens of jungles and swamps, helps them to guide travelers and avoid unseen dangers.

Advantages:
– 50% resistance to poison damage.
– May use the Poison Weapon ability once per day.
– +2 bonus to hit and damage against lizardmen, spiders, ettercaps, and wyverns.

Restrictions:
– Alignment must be Good.
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DESERT RANGER: these are among the toughest warriors in the land. They are trained to patrol badlands far from civilization, where exposure and thirst are as dangerous as any monster. In such places, threats tend to be powerful, and often magical. Few people understand what leads someone to take on this calling, but some say the desert itself exerts a spiritual pull on these loners.

Advantages:
– +1 hit point per level at levels 1-9.
– +2 bonus to hit and damage against snakes, yuan-ti, basilisks, rakshasa, and genies.

Restrictions:
– Alignment must be Good.
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ARCTIC RANGER: among the explorers and travelers in the frozen tundra and snowy wastes near the polar caps, the careless die quickly. Arctic rangers sometimes act as sherpas, and at other times prefer to operate unseen. But their ability to find and utilize resources where others are snowblind have saved the lives of many. And their knowledge of the more dangerous predators in these climes is invaluable.

Advantages:
– Permanent 25% resistance to cold damage.
– +2 bonus to hit and damage against winter wolves, polar bears, yetis, salamanders, and remorhaz.

Restrictions:
– Alignment must be Good.
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MAGE HUNTER: These rangers participate in demanding rituals with Avenger druids in order to gain access to magic abilities which help them in their campaign against any wizards who use their skills to defile nature.

Advantages:
– Mage Hunters have a +1 bonus to saving throws vs spells. This bonus increases by one for each four levels gained, up to 20th level.
– Each successful melee hit bestows a 40% chance of spell failure on the target for one round.
– May use a special vocalization that can deafen anyone nearby and impose a 40% chance of spell failure on them if they fail a saving throw vs. Petrification.

– May use a special Breaching Touch ability once per day per two levels. The Breaching Touch can disrupt and dispel one combat protection spell. The Breaching Touch will bypass any spell protections such as Spell Deflection and Globe of Invulnerability.
– May cast an innate version of Minor Spell Deflection once per day per five levels.

Disadvantages:
– Suffers a -1 penalty to Strength and Constitution.
– May not use Charm Animal ability.
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BARBARIAN RANGER: Among barbarian tribes there are hunters of great skill. Spending many days alone in the wild, stalking their prey, they are closer to nature than most men. They are not quite as hardy as their more aggressive brethren, and tend to be loners. Yet they bring uncommon skills to bear both in providing for, and in defending, their tribe.

Advantages:
– Can move 2 points faster than other characters.
– May enter an enraged state, enhancing combat abilities, once per day per six levels.
– May Charm animals once per day per five levels.
– Gains 5% physical damage resistance at 11th level, and again at 15th and 19th levels.

Disadvantages:
– Cannot cast druid spells.
– -2 penalty to Charisma.
– May not wear armor heavier than studded leather or hide armor.
– May not dual-class.
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CALLED SHOTS
– Trip Shot. Aimed at the legs, this shot causes the target to fall down for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Disarming Shot. This shot knocks loose the targets grasp on a weapon, resulting in a -4 penalty to thac0 and reduced APR for one round, upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Pinning Shot. This shot catches the target's clothes or body and pins them to the wall, floor, or other object, rendering the target unable to move for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Rapid Shot. This technique allows the archer to fire much faster - with one extra attack per round - albeit less accurately - with a 2-point penalty to attack and damage rolls.
– Hammer Shot. This shot strikes with incredible force, adding 1d6 crushing damage to the normal missile damage and knocking the target back 5-10 feet, unless the target makes a successful save vs. Breath.
– Blinding Shot (Marksman). Aimed at the eyes, this shot causes the target to flinch and momentarily lose their vision, being Blinded for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Stunning Shot (Slinger). Aimed at the head, this shot causes the target to become dazed for 3 seconds upon a failed save vs. paralyzation.
– Sleep Shot (Elven Archer). This shot causes the target to fall unconscious for one or two rounds on a failed save vs. spells.
– Entangling Shot (Elven Archer). This shot contains the target in a mass of vines and roots on a failed save vs. breath weapon.
– Faerie Fire Shot (Elven Archer). This shot envelopes the target in a ghostly white glow, m aking them easier to hit in combat (-2 to AC) and preventing them from becoming invisible.

BARD:

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May cast spells starting at 2nd level.
– May use the Bardic Inspiration ability. While active, this provides allies with a +1 bonus to Luck and saving throws.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Command, Vocalize (as a 1st-level spell), Silence 15' Radius, Shout, Secret Word, Greater Command, Power Word: Silence, Great Shout, and Earthquake.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May not use the Hide in Shadows or Move Silently thieving abilities.
– No backstab damage multiplier.
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BLADE:

Advantages:
– May achieve Specialization (++) with long swords, short swords, scimitars, daggers, and darts, as well as the single-weapon and two-weapon styles.
– May use Emanation: Intimidate, which causes penalties to the attack and damage rolls of enemies within 20 feet.
– From 6th level, may use a Blur Aura, which improves the Blade's armor class and saving throws.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– May use the Swashbuckling fighting style at will.

SWASHBUCKLING: This is a fighting style which focuses on harrying one's opponent while avoiding incoming blows. It provides a 2-point bonus to Armor Class against melee attacks, at the cost of a 1-point penalty to damage and to-hit rolls. Successful strikes cause enemies to suffer a 2-point penalty to thac0 on a failed save vs. Petrification. This style may be turned on and off at will.

Disadvantages:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May cast one fewer spell per day at each spell level, compared to other bards.
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– Backstab damage limited to a 2x multiplier.
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JESTER: This Bard is well versed in the arts of ridicule and hilarity, and uses abilities to distract and confuse enemies, cavorting madly during combat. Do not mistake for a true fool, however, as can also be quite deadly.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use a Hex Emanation, which causes a 1-point penalty to Luck and saving throws to all enemies within 20 feet.
– From 6th level, may use an Emanation of Confusion, which causes all enemies within 20 feet to save vs. Spells each round or become Confused. (The Jester cannot cast spells while the Aura of Confusion is in effect.)
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Miscast Magic, Rigid Thinking, Free Action, Chaotic Commands, Physical Mirror, and Entropy Shield.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May not use the Hide in Shadows or Move Silently thieving abilities.
– No backstab damage multiplier.
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SKALD (fighter/bard): This nordic-inspired Bard is also a warrior of great strength, skill, and virtue; songs are inspiring sagas of battle and valor, and the Skald devotes life to those pursuits.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Inspiration: Power, granting allies within 20 feet a +1 bonus to attack damage for each five levels of the Skald's experience.
– From 6th level, may radiate an Aura of Fear, causing all enemies within 3 feet to save every found or be frightened.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Remove Fear, Flame Blade, Draw Upon Holy Might, Defensive Harmony, Righteous Magic, Magic Resistance, and Blade Barrier.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May cast one fewer spell per day at each spell level, compared to other bards.
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GALLANT (fighter/bard): Part charming aesthete, part dashing warrior, gallants travel the land in search of beauty, love, and adventure. They steal the hearts of the young, and lift the spirits of the elderly. Their code, similar to a paladin's, requires that they defend the innocent and members of the opposite sex, and aid the needy in times of trouble and danger.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Inspiration: Courage which protects allies within 20 feet from Fear effects.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Armor of Faith, Aid, Cure Disease, Protection from Evil 10' Radius, Negative Plane Protection, and Mass Cure Light Wounds.

– From 5th level, may innately cast the priest spell Death Ward once per day.
– Receivies a +1 bonus to saves vs. death for each 6 levels of experience.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May cast one fewer spell per day at each spell level, compared to other bards.
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MEISTERSINGER: These bards wander the woodlands, charming animals with their melodies and helping druids and rangers to protect nature. They are the enemies of ruthless hunters and trappers, striving against such activities with their animal allies, beguiling music, and nature-based magic.

Abilities:
– May use the ranger's Animal Empathy ability.
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Inspiration: Luck, providing all allies within 20 feet a +1 bonus to Luck and saving throws.
– From 6th level, may use an Entangling Emanation, causing all enemies within 20 feet to save vs. Breath every round or be Entangled, unable to move.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of druidic Animal Summoning spells, as well as the following: Entangle, Goodberry, Barkskin, Zone of Sweet Air, Thorn Spray, Spike Growth, Call Woodland Being, and Nature's Beauty.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May not use the Pick Pockets or Pick Locks thieving abilities.
– No backstab damage multiplier.
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JINXER: This roguish bard mixes casual disregard of the notion of property rights with the innate talent to manipulate luck and probabilities - and a flair for showmanship. Sometimes Jinxers operate within a Gypsy clan such as the Vistani (in which case they may be called 'Zingaros'), and sometimes they operate as lone wolves. Often singers in their spare time, Jinxers have a love of song and may use some basic bardic abilities, such as being able to manifest an aura that hexes nearby rivals. To the great vexation of many a noble, Jinxers often turn this talent to selfish ends. With a knack for turning the tables, they can be very frustrating opponents. As a species of bard, Jinxers may perform Bard Songs. And like other bards, their use of magic is less powerful but more flexible than that of a typical wizard.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use a Hex Emanation, which causes a 1-point penalty to Luck and saving throws to all enemies within 20 feet.
– From 6th level, may use a focused Hex Aura, which causes enemies within melee range to suffer a 1-point penalty to Luck and saving throws; additionally, every melee hit the Jinxer lands against enemies (up to once per round) will increase this penalty by one more point. A Jinxer cannot cast spells while this aura is active.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Curse, Doom, Miscast Magic, Spiritual Clarity, Remove Curse, and Greater Malison.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– Backstab damage limited to a 2x multiplier.
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HEXBLADE: This kit combines skilled combat abilities with an understanding of magic and the innate ability to Curse foes. Hexblades are often wrathful individuals, applying their skills in violence toward the end of vengeance for wrongs they have suffered.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use a Hex Emanation, which causes a 1-point penalty to Luck and saving throws to all enemies within 20 feet.
– From 6th level, may use a focused Hex Aura, which causes enemies within melee range to suffer a 1-point penalty to Luck and saving throws; additionally, every melee hit the Hexblade lands against enemies (up to once per round) will increase this penalty by one more point. A Hexblade cannot cast spells while this aura is active.
– May learn to manifest other bard song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Curse, Doom, Miscast Magic, Spiritual Clarity, Remove Curse, and Greater Malison.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May cast one fewer spell per day at each spell level, compared to other bards.
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ELEGIST: these bards perform as cantors and mourners, able to move the most taciturn souls with funereal music. They immerse themselves in death - often in order to help others appreciate life. Their music and spellcasting tends to reflect this obsession. They eschew Illusion magic, preferring to confront people with the hard truths of life and death.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Emanation: Hold Undead, which can Slow nearby undead creatures or even stop them in their tracks.
– From 6th level, may use a Death Ward Inspiration, providing all allies within 20 feet with the benefits of the Death Ward priest spell. The Elegist cannot cast spells while the Death Ward Inspiration is in effect.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– Automatically gains use of the following spells: Spirit Ward, Chant, Spirit Fire, Death Ward, Slay Living, and Recall Spirit.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May only wear leather armors (plus elven chain).
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Illusion schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– While most bards are a subcategory of Enchanter specialist wizards, Elegists share characteristics with Necromancers.
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ELVEN BLADESINGER: Among the Elven nations there is an order of warriors who wield power matched by few. Combining martial skill with magical prowess, Bladesingers have the resources to face nearly any threat. They master the use of bladed weapons wielded in one hand, keeping the other free for spellcasting. Name notwithstanding, Bladesingers can actually use many different weapons; most elven armies and societies have different units devoted to particular weapons. Bladesingers can choose their weapon of focus at 9th level. (These are exclusively melee weapons; the Bladesong is specific to hand-to-hand combat. If a Bladesinger needs to attack from range, they use magic to do so.

Abilities:
– May use a Blur Aura, which improves armor class and saving throws. The Bladesinger cannot cast spells while under the effect of the Blur Aura.
– From 6th level, may perform the Bladesong while fighting, at will. The Bladesong allows the Bladesinger to merge the acts of spellcasting and attacking; spells are cast with a -5 bonus to casting time, while 1 fewer attack can be made per two combat rounds. (Note: Improved Alacrity will interrupt these effects.)
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– At 9th level, may choose a Weapon of Focus. The Bladesinger can advance to Mastery with this weapon category, and can make one more attack every two rounds when using it.

Restrictions:
– Must be an elf.
– May not be Chaotic.
– May not become proficient in ranged weapons.
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– May cast one fewer spell per day at each spell level, compared to other bards.
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AGENT (triple-class F/M/T): agents are masters of espionage, using their prodigious skills to further the interests of some patron, or sometimes, themselves. They often pose as entertainers or some other seemingly-innocuous profession, in order to infiltrate societies and organizations. They have a voluminous knowledge of culture, history and art, in order to play their role well, in addition to magical powers, the skills of a thief, and in emergencies, the ability to brawl their way out of trouble. While it takes very long to master such a diverse set of capabilities, the reward for such patience and training is flexibility that is simply unmatched.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use an Inspiration of Luck, providing all allies within 20 feet a +1 bonus to Luck and saving throws.
– From 6th level, may use a Mind Blank Aura, which causes the Agent's mind to be undetectable by, and unaffected by, psionics or mind-altering magic. An Agent cannot cast spells while this aura is active.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.

Restrictions:
– May cast spells one level later than a wizard.
– May not learn spells from the Evocation or Necromancy schools of magic.
– May not learn 9th-level spells.
– Backstab damage limited to a 2x multiplier.
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HERALD (fighter/thief): Heralds are agents working on behalf of kings, nobles, or some other established authorities. A good Herald can effortlessly utilize knowledge, diplomacy, and force of arms as needed to protect or benefit their patron. They can organize and even perform in a grand ball, and identify anyone important or dangerous present, and if necessary, command a troop of elite guards or soldiers in battle. Some Heralds remain close to their liege, but others take to the road, extending their influence into foreign territories.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Inspiration: Courage which protects nearby allies from Fear effects.
– From 6th level, may use a Mind Blank Aura, which causes the Herald's mind to be undetectable by, and unaffected by, psionics or mind-altering magic.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.

Restrictions:
– Backstab damage limited to a 2x multiplier.
– May not use the Set Traps thief skill.
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LORESINGER OF MILIL (cleric or cleric/thief): Loresingers venerate Milil, god of poetry, song, and storytelling. Both bard and priest, they often volunteer their talents as cantors for churches as they travel. Loresingers are charged by Milil with spreading the cultural gifts of music, art, and literature, and seeking out foreign sources of them. As devotees of one of the major deities of bards, Loresingers can learn to play and sing bard songs with various effects, just like bards. Loresingers may be pure clerics, or mix cleric advancement with thief skills.

Abilities:
– Lore increased by 5 points per level.
– May use Inspiration: Blessing, constantly providing all allies within 20 feet with the benefits of the Bless spell.
– From 6th level, may use a Positive Energy Inspiration, providing all allies within 20 feet with the benefits of the Negative Plane Protection priest spell. The Loresinger cannot cast spells while the Positive Energy Inspiration is in effect.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.

Restrictions:
– May not turn undead.
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HALFLING WHISTLER (thief): Whistlers are an odd mix of forest wanderer and entertainer. Halflings belong generally to the category of nature-sensitive races, and Whistlers are extremely attuned to the natural environment around them. In particular, they love forest animals and plant life. They can use their special whistling abilities to communicate with animals, and even have some influence over plants and natural forces like the wind and water. In addition to these special abilities, Whistlers can perform traditional Bard Songs through their whistling.

Abilities:
– May use the Animal Empathy ability, as a Ranger.
– Beginning at 3rd level, Whistlers may may cast one of several druid spells, once per day for each odd level they have gained. At 3rd level, Whistlers may cast either Goodberry or Entangle.
– At 5th level, Whistlers may also cast Slow Poison and Sanctuary.
– At 7th level, Whistlers may also cast Cure Disease and Barkskin.
– At 9th level, Whistlers may also cast Zone of Sweet Air and Summon Insects.
– May use an Inspiration of Luck, providing all allies within 20 feet a +1 bonus to Luck and saving throws.
– From 6th level, may use an Entangling Emanation, causing all enemies within 20 feet to save vs. Breath every round or be Entangled, unable to move.
– May learn to manifest other Bard Song effects.
– May specialize (++) in the use of slings.

Restrictions:
– Backstab damage limited to a 2x multiplier.
– Whistlers may not cast wizard spells.
– May not invest points in the Set Traps, Hide in Shadows, or Move Silently thief skills.
– Advances 25% slower than most rogues.
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JONGLEUR: These agile bards are master acrobats and jugglers. Their skill in flipping, vaulting and balancing is matched only by their accuracy with hurled knives and other implements.

Advantages:
– +1 bonus to Armor Class at 1st level, plus an additional +1 bonus every 6 levels.
– May achieve Mastery (three slots) with daggers, darts, and two-weapon fighting.
– Begins with one proficiency point in Single-Weapon Style, and may add one more.
– Begins with one proficiency point in Two-Weapon Style, and may add two more.
– Instead of a traditional bard song, may perform the 'Dance of Illusion.' This complex dance spins a web of illusion around the Jongleur's allies. At 1st level, they are Blurred (+1 AC, +2 AC vs. missile weapons). At 13th level the AC bonuses double to -2/-4, and the Jongleur's allies are also protected by Reflected Images. At 20th level the AC bonuses triple to -3/-6 and the Jongleur's allies are protected by Mirror Images.

Disadvantages:
– May not become proficient in heavy weapons or in sword-and-shield style.
– Limited to light armors.
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