Sigh! Is there saving the Bard Class? So much has gone wrong since D&D 3rd Edition. I place a lot of blame on Paladium Fantasy for bringing in Clowns, Jugglers, and Knife Throwers.

I have been decieved far to many times. I don’t play my Bard’s like that.
Facepalm!

I’m sure some point down the line a player will talk me into giving Bards another chance.

Until then you are just a regular character with a song skill & a high Charisma.