Bard Equipment Wishlist

[MooNinja]

Hey guys,

I've been tasked with creating a wish list for my lvl9, soon to be lvl 10 bard, in terms of magical equipment. This is my first Bard, and first character to get this high in a number of years. He is Archery Based, default archetype, and has a +2 Composite Shortbow, +1 armor, and the +2dex item.

This is both long and short term goals.

A lesser metamagic rod of quicken is on the list, but can't think of anything else, other than some elemental damage on the bow.

What do y'all think ?

[NeonParrot]

How about a Solar's Bow, AC +12 bracers, and The Machine of Lum the Mad?

Seriously, I think if your DM allowed you to increase enchantments and abilities over time, that would be great. +2 at level 4, +3 at 9, +4 at 16, you get the idea.

I am partial to MAXIMIZE and EMPOWER, but thats more for evocation magic.

[MooNinja]

Well, the Solar's Bow would be fun, however, I believe he would want something that could be referenced in the Herolab equipment guide. Thanks for your feedback though :D

[Cy1971]

Id recommend boots of flying. simple item, keeps you out of melee's range, wands with random range spells as a bard you should have a decent umd.

I'm in the same boat, just about to hit 12th level with my controller/buff bard and am trying to figure out what I want to buy.

[magikot]

Since you are using a composite bow a Belt of Physical Perfection would be nice. +6 to all physical stats increases your damage, to hit, and health; all good things.

I echo the suggestion for Boots of Flying.

If your DM allows 3.5 equipment check out the Regalia of the Hero, specifically the Badge of Valor and the Horn of Resilience. Boosts to Inspire Courage and Inspire Greatness.

If you can use OGL items a +5 Elven Chain of Deeds is nice. Deeds enchantment is a +1 bonus and grants you a feat that you qualify for. Lingering Performance, Discordant Voice, and Extra Performance are decent feats to choose the armor to be enchanted with.