At 3rd level the Exemplar gains the Inspiring Prowess ability which lets him use certain bardic performances as a bard of 2 levels lower. This differs from the bard's bardic performance in a few ways, notably 1) the types of performances he can do, 2) it does not use Perform, 3) it uses a visual component only and has no audible component, and 4) the number of rounds per day he may use this ability.
The ability further states: "This ability otherwise functions as bardic performance"
My question is: Does the Examplar gain the ability at later levels to activate Inspiring Prowess with a move-and later a swift-action?
The Inspiring Prowess ability does not state this, but only has the caveat of "otherwise functions as bardic performance." The faster activation time for bardic performance is stated in its general description, along with other aspects that aren't listed under Inspiring Prowess but that I assume would also apply, such as 1) free action to maintain, 2) requires new action to change performance, 3) the effects end immediately if the bard is incapacitated, and 4) allies must have line of sight to be affected due to the visible component and a blind brawler would have a 50% chance of failing to activate the performance.
So I'm inclined to think that the faster activation times would apply, but since its not explicitly stated the argument could be made that it does not.
Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
yes, getting faster activation is part of bardic performance.