Can an a character that has taken the "Battle Host" archetype of the occultist class use the focus power "Conjure Implement"? If so, what happens?
Would it:
A) Not function for them, due to the lack of any implement they know how to use?
B) Only be used to conjure a masterwork replica of their Panoply Bond?
C) Conjure any weapon, shield, or set of armor that the battle host knows how to use (Is proficient with)?
D) Other?
A is a possibility because the implement class feature was strongly altered into their Panoply Bond.
B is one interpretation, but the only possible use I could see for this is the unlikely event of their original panoply bond being stolen. This would eliminate the possibility of using the Conjure Implement ability in the first place.
C would be the dream option; The ability to summon a weapon for any situation, or a set of armor before an encounter, would be both thematically appropriate and most useful in my opinion. All the battle host's other abilities are centered around armor, weapons, and shields, and these are the items they can select from for their Panoply Bond in the first place. The wording "Know how to use" would prevent them from summoning exotic weapons or firearms without other dedicated feats.
I can't really think of another possibility.
No takers?
I looked into it a bit further. I think option (B) is the most conclusive answer, but I hope to be wrong. Because "an alternate class feature alters an existing class feature, it is considered to be the core class feature for the purposes of meeting any requirements or prerequisite", and the Panoply Bond only grants one item that the Battle Host can use, they would only be able to replicate their chosen item.
I sincerely hope someone else finds a segment to support (C) instead.