[Aerich]

War Chant isn't necessary for a bard to have a significant effect. Sing the luck song (Tymora's Melody); it's a good offensive song (increases chance of critical hits) with great saving throw bonuses.

To select all characters except the bard, hit the all-characters button then Cntrl-click the bard.

Don't expect your bard to be a powerhouse character; its effects are more subtle. A bard is the quintessential support character, making all your other characters better and filling in gaps in your party (lore, pickpocket, mage spells).

Edit: oh yeah, and don't get stuck on WCotS when it comes to songs. The fear-immunity song can come in handy, and there's a couple of areas in the game where the song that blocks sound-based attacks saves you a lot of pain.

[ 01-12-2006, 01:52 AM: Message edited by: Aerich ]