Three versions of a 32-point bard without the Bard talent.
Courtly Bard
This stereotypical bard character, has ample Face skills so as to be valuable in play, yet enough ST and DX to be viable in a game that features regular combat—though clearly not a frontline fighter.
ST 10
DX 11
IQ 11
Talents:
Charisma (2)
Courtly Graces (1)
Literacy (1)
Mimic (1)
Mundane Talent: Musical Instrument (1)
Mundane Talent: Singing Expert (2)
Poet (1)
Sword/Knife (2)
Medic Bard
This a cappella entertainer sacrifices combat readiness for healing capability and an alternate layer of interpersonal skills.
ST 10
DX 11
IQ 11
Talents:
Charisma (2)
Detect Lies (2)
Knife (1)
Literacy (1)
Mundane Talent: Singing Expert (2)
Physicker (2)
Poet (1)
Rogue Bard
This character combines strong vocal ability and original lyrics with sneakiness.
ST 10
DX 11
IQ 11
Talents:
Charisma (2)
Knife (1)
Literacy (1)
Locksmith (1)
Mundane Talent: Singing Expert (2)
Pickpocket (1)
Poet (1)
Silent Movement (2)