Advantages:
– +1 to hit and damage rolls with ranged weapon at levels 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– Can achieve Grand Mastery (+++++) with bows and crossbows.
– May learn to use Called Shots at levels 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12. Called Shots may be used at will, and the effects work for one round. The Archer has a +2 bonus to thac0 and damage while performing Called Shots, but must remain stationary during that time. The Archer learns the following Called Shots:

CALLED SHOTS
– Available at 1st level: Trip Shot. Aimed at the legs, this shot causes the target to fall down for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Available at 1st level: 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.
– Available at 1st level: 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.
– Available at 1st level: Crippling Shot. This shot causes the target to lose their footing and slowly recover, becoming Slowed for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– Available at 9th level: Blinding Shot. 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.
– Available at 9th level: 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.
– 1Available at 9th level: Stunning Shot. Aimed at the head, this shot causes the target to become dazed for 3 seconds upon a failed save vs. paralyzation.

Disadvantages:
– May only become proficient (+) with melee weapons.
– May only wear leather or similar armors.
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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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– Once per day per 6 levels of experience, may use the Swashbuckling ability.

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, however, a critical miss may cause the swashbuckler to stumble and fall. 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.
– 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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.

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 8th- or 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.
– While bards memorize spells like a wizard, they can cast them spontaneously, like a sorcerer.

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 8th- or 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.
– From 3rd level, may cast one of the following druid spells: Magical Stone, Sanctuary, Shillelagh, or Goodberry.
– From 8th level, may cast one of the following druid spells: Slow Poison, Cure Disease, Barkskin, or Animal Summoning I.
– From 13th level, may cast one of the following druid spells: Zone of Sweet Air, Call Lightning, or Animal Summoning II.
– 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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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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RANGER/MAGE: Yeah - ranger/mage! This is an approximation, the best I could do in the 2E Infinity Engine. You have to start out as a mage/thief, and the thief side of your class will morph to be more like a ranger.

Abilities:
– Bonuses to hit points and thac0 to approximate a warrior/mage.
– May cast Goodberry innately, and has 3 druid spells each of levels 1-3 automatically added to the wizard spellbook.

Restrictions:
– Limited access to thief abilities: may only use Hide in Shadows, Move Silently, Find Traps, and Detect Illusions.
– Limited to Good alignments.
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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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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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RANGER/THIEF: Yeah - ranger/thief! This again is an approximation. You start as a fighter/thief and you will get some druidic magic like rangers, offset by some limitations to your thief skills, and an XP penalty to reflect rangers' increased XP requirements vs. fighters.

Abilities:
– +5 bonus to Hide in Shadows and Move Silently skills with each warrior level-up.
– May use the Animal Empathy ability like other rangers.
– May cast an assortment of druid spells, beginning at 5th level.

Restrictions:
– May not use the Pick Pockets or Open Locks skills.
– May only distribute 15 skill points each thief level.
– Reduced backstab multiplier progression, matching that of a Stalker.
– 15% experience point penalty.
– Limited to Good alignments.
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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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MARKSMAN: This soldier is the epitome of skill with ranged weapons. He can make almost any shot, no matter how difficult. To become so skilled, the Marksman has had to sacrifice some proficiency with melee weapons and armor.

Advantages:
– +1 to hit and damage rolls with ranged weapon at levels 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– Can achieve Grand Mastery (+++++) with bows and crossbows.
– May learn to use Called Shots at levels 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12. Called Shots may be used at will, and the effects work for one round. The Marksman has a +2 bonus to thac0 and damage while performing Called Shots, but must remain stationary during that time. The Marksman learns the following Called Shots:

CALLED SHOTS
– 1st level: Trip Shot. Aimed at the legs, this shot causes the target to fall down for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 3rd level: 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.
– 6th level: Crippling Shot. This shot causes the target to lose their footing and slowly recover, becoming Slowed for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 9th level: Blinding Shot. 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.
– 12th level: 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.

Disadvantages:
– May only specialize (++) with melee weapons.
– May not wear heavier armor than splint mail.
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ELVEN ARCHER: The Elven Archer is the epitome of skill with the bow - the result of elves natural aptitude with bows as well as their single-minded dedication to training with the weapon. To become so skilled with the bow, the Archer has had to sacrifice some proficiency with melee weapons and armor.

Advantages:
– +1 to hit and damage rolls with ranged weapon at levels 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– Can achieve Grand Mastery (+++++) with bows.
– May learn to use Called Shots at levels 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12. Called Shots may be used at will, and the effects work for one round. The Archer has a +2 bonus to thac0 and damage while performing Called Shots, but must remain stationary during that time. The Archer learns the following Called Shots:

CALLED SHOTS
– Pinning Shot: this shot pins the target's person or clothes to the ground; the target must remain stationary for two rounds upon a failed save vs. paralyzation.
– 1st level: 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.
– 2nd level: Sleep Shot. This shot puts the target into a sluggish sleep for 12 seconds unless the target makes a successful saving throw vs. spells.
– 4th level: Entangling Shot. This shot Entangles the target (per the druid spell) for 12 seconds, and thorns will cause 1d4 piercing damage, unless the target makes a successful saving throw vs. paralyzation.
– 6th level: Crippling Shot. This shot causes the target to lose their footing and slowly recover, becoming Slowed for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 8th level: Blinding Shot. 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.
– 10th level: Faerie Fire. This shot lights up the target with a white glow for 24 seconds, preventing invisibility and causing a -3 penalty to AC, unless the target makes a successful saving throw vs. spells.
– 12th level: 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.

Disadvantages:
– May not wear any metal armor.
– May only become Proficient (+) with melee weapons.
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HALFLING SLINGER: The Slinger is the epitome of skill with the sling - the result of halflings' natural aptitude with slings and their single-minded cultural dedication to training with the weapon. To become so skilled with the sling, the Slinger has had to sacrifice some proficiency with melee weapons and armor.

Advantages:
– +1 to hit and damage rolls with ranged weapon at levels 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– Can achieve Grand Mastery (+++++) with slings.
– May learn to use Called Shots at levels 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12. Called Shots may be used at will, and the effects work for one round. The Slinger has a +2 bonus to thac0 and damage while performing Called Shots, but must remain stationary during that time. The Slinger learns the following Called Shots:

CALLED SHOTS
– 1st level: Trip Shot. Aimed at the legs, this shot causes the target to fall down for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 3rd level: 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.
– 6th level: Crippling Shot. This shot causes the target to lose their footing and slowly recover, becoming Slowed for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 9th level: Stunning Shot. Aimed at the head, this shot causes the target to become dazed for 3 seconds upon a failed save vs. paralyzation.
– 12th level: 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.

Disadvantages:
– May not wear any metal armor.
– May only become Proficient (+) with melee weapons.
– May not cast druid spells.
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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 all saving throws. This bonus increases by one for each five levels gained.
– 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.

– Can cast the following as 1st-level spells: Shocking Touch, Deafness.
– Can cast the following as 2nd-level spells: Remove Magic, Minor Spell Deflection.
– Can cast the following as 3rd-level spells: Breach, Non-Detection, Spell Thrust.

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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SNIPER: Whether you need to hit a target with a poisoned arrow or shoot a rope to the windowsill of a noble's mansion for a burglary, the Sniper is a highly trained stealthy marskman who can get the job done.

Advantages:
– +1 to hit and damage rolls with missiles weapon at levels 1, 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– Can achieve Mastery (3 Points) with bows and crossbows
– May learn to use Called Shots at levels 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12. Called Shots may be used at will, and the effects work for one round. The Sniper has a +2 bonus to thac0 and damage while performing Called Shots, but must remain stationary during that time. The Sniper learns the following Called Shots:

CALLED SHOTS
– 1st level: Pinning Shot. Aimed at the legs, this shot causes the target to fall down for one round upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 3rd level: 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.
– 6th level: Crippling Shot. This shot causes the target to lose their footing and slowly recover, becoming Slowed for two rounds upon a failed save vs. Breath.
– 9th level: Blinding Shot. 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.
– 12th level: 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.

Disadvantages:
– May only distribute 20 skill points per level among thieving skills.
– Reduced backstab multiplier.
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SCOUT: While technically a member of the thief class, a scout does not burgle or murder. Scouts employ the dexterity and ingenuity of thieves for military purposes. They have skill in combat and with traps, but do not employ backstabs against enemies.

Advantages:
– +1 bonus to Armor Class and thac0 at 1st level, plus an additional +1 bonus every 6 levels.
– May specialize (2 slots) in weapons.
– May specialize in Single-Weapon Style

Disadvantages:
– May not backstab.
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SWASHBUCKLER: This rogue is part acrobat, part swordsman, and part wit: the epitome of charm and grace. Swashbucklers are seen by many as fops, and they generally make poor thieves. But their skill with blades is not to be underestimated; it usually gets them out of trouble when charm fails.

Advantages:
– +1 bonus to Armor Class and thac0 at 1st level, plus an additional +1 bonus every 6 levels.
– May achieve Mastery (three slots) in light bladed weapons (long sword, scimitar, short sword, dagger, darts).
– 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.
– Can use use the skill Swashbuckling once per day at level 1, 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21. While Swashbuckling, the character wheels and spins and parries, gaining an Armor Class of -1 per two levels, up to a maximum of -10. The character's movement rate is halved while swashbuckling.

Disadvantages:
– May not use traps.
– May only distribute 15 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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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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GALLANT: 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.

Advantages:
– Gain a permanent +1 bonus to Luck.
– +1 bonus to thac0 every 6 levels.
– Essence of Purity: the Gallant clings to life with more ferocity than most, receiving +1 hit point per level for 12 levels, and receiving a +1 bonus to saves vs. death. This saving throw bonus increases at levels 3, 6, 10, 15, and 21.
– From 7th level, may cast the priest spell Death Ward as an innate ability once per day.
– May use the innate ability "Heart of Valor" once per day, which functions like the priest spell Aid. From 9th level, this ability also Protects from Evil.

Disadvantages:
– May cast one fewer spell per level compared to most bards.
– Bard song does not improve over time.
– No pickpocketing ability.
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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.

Advantages:
– May use the ranger's Animal Empathy ability.
– May use the 'Summon Rabbit' innate ability.
– Once per day, may summon a swarm of rodents to aid (3 a 1st level, and 3 more for every third level after that).
– May cast the following druid spells: Cure Light Wounds, Entangle, Sanctuary, Shillelagh, Barkskin, Charm Person/Mammal, Resist Fire/Cold, Slow Poison, Remove Paralysis, Cure Disease, Zone of Sweet Air, Summon Insects, Cure Serious Wounds, Call Woodland Being, Leser Restoration, Mass Cure, Chaotic Commands, Insect Plague, Animal Summoning III, and False Dawn.

Disadvantages:
– May only gain proficiency in weapons appropriate for use by druids.
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LORESINGER OF MILIL: Loresingers venerate Milil, god of poetry, song, and storytelling. More bard than priest, they volunteer their talents as cantors for churches. Loresingers may use a mix of divine and arcane magic, but may not turn undead like most priests.

Advantages:
– May cast the following priest spells: Cure Light Wounds, Sanctuary, Find Traps, Silence 15' Radius, Spiritual Hammer, Cure Medium Wounds, Holy Smite, Death Ward, Holy Power, Greater Command, Cure Critical Wounds, and False Dawn.
– The Loresinger's song gives allies the effects of the Chant spell. From 5th level it has a chance to Slow any nearby undead. From 9th level, it also grants allies Protection from Evil. And from 13th level, the song has a chance to Hold nearby undead.

Disadvantages:
– Reduced pickpocketing ability.
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This component is only available if you do NOT install the earlier 'Revised Bards' component. This allows the traditional bard class to use the new 5E-style spellcasting system, allowing bards to cast their prepared spells spontaneously.