Gnome College of Valor Bard Build Guide

4/10 Synergy Striker Role Hard Difficulty

Why College of Valor?

The Gnome College of Valor Bard combines Gnome's racial traits with the College of Valor's specialized features. As a Striker, this build leverages spellcasting with a unique twist from the College of Valor archetype.

Key features include Combat Inspiration, Martial Training, Extra Attack. With CHA as the primary ability at 15, this build maximizes the Bard's core strengths.

College of Valor Features

Combat Inspiration

Level 3

You can use your wit to inspire others in battle. A creature that has a Bardic Inspiration die can use a Bonus Action on its turn to roll the die and gain a Temporary Hit Point for each point rolled on the die.

Martial Training

Level 3

You gain proficiency with martial weapons and medium armor. In addition, when you attack with a weapon, you can use your Charisma modifier instead of Strength or Dexterity for the attack and damage rolls.

Extra Attack

Level 6

You can attack twice instead of once when you take the Attack action on your turn.

Battle Magic

Level 14

After you cast a spell, the casting time of which is an action, you can use a Bonus Action to attack with a weapon or make an Unarmed Strike.

Recommended Ability Scores

Strength

8(-1)

Dexterity

14(+2)

Constitution

12(+1)

Intelligence

13(+1)

Wisdom

10(+0)

Charisma★

15(+2)

HP (Lv1)

Initiative

Passive Per.

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Gnome Traits That Benefit College of Valor Bard

Gnomish Cunning

Extra saving throw advantages protect against debilitating spells and effects.

Darkvision

Gnome Darkvision helps Bards scout ahead and fight in darkness without needing a torch.

Combat Effectiveness

Level	HP	Melee DPR	Spell DPR
Level 5	33	3.9	7.8
Level 11	69	3.58	10.18
Level 17	105	3.58	13.2

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

♦ College of Valor grants Combat Inspiration at level 3
♦ Darkvision for dungeon exploration
♦ Versatile spellcasting options
♦ Jack of all trades with inspiration and spellcasting

Weaknesses

♦ Low Wisdom — vulnerable to common saving throws
♦ May require careful feat selection to optimize

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Other Bard Subclasses for Gnome

Gnome College of Dance Bard Striker Gnome College of Glamour Bard Support Gnome College of Lore Bard Controller

Other Races for College of Valor Bard

Human College of Valor Bard 6/10 Aasimar College of Valor Bard 5/10 Dragonborn College of Valor Bard 5/10 Halfling College of Valor Bard 5/10 Dwarf College of Valor Bard 4/10 Orc College of Valor Bard 4/10

Frequently Asked Questions

Is College of Valor a good subclass for Gnome Bard?

The College of Valor is a Striker archetype that grants Combat Inspiration at level 3. Combined with Gnome traits, this build rated 4/10 for the base class.

What makes College of Valor different from other Bard subclasses?

The College of Valor focuses on the Striker role. Charisma (15) remains the priority. Other Bard subclasses like College of Dance fill the Striker role instead.

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