I couldn't agree more, I don't even usually dual Imoen, though do dual Shar-Teel to thief at Level 3. Also, I don't mind multi-classing nearly as much as dual-classing- at least you get to play both … (View Post)

Bards can't use composite longbows (not before Use Any Item, anyway, but that's not until 3 million XP i.e. Level 24...) , even with 18 strength, not even with the 18/00 gloves (though Bards *can* us… (View Post)

BTW I think having a party leader with high charisma helps protect against morale loss, depending on formation the party leader doesn't actually have to be at the front, so a Bard can be your party l… (View Post)

Also forgot to mention, in BG2 there are quite a few more Bard-specific magic items, including some good chain mail that they can cast in. Their stronghold quest is also one of the more entertaining … (View Post)

Indeed, BTW don't forget you can and should include your familiar in any party buffs (Bless, Chant, Remove Fear, Strength of One, Haste etc.), they can also benefit from Bard song (a Skald's Familiar… (View Post)