College of Valor Bard Guide
Weave ballads of the great heroes. Bards of the College of Valor are brave storytellers whose tales of valor inspire others. These bards are trained in martial performance and develop the combat abilities of a warrior to supplement their spellcasting.
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Best Races for College of Valor Bard
All 10 races ranked by synergy with the College of Valor. Click any to see the full build.
An extra skill proficiency expands the Bard's out-of-combat versatility.
Flight provides incredible mobility, letting the Bard reach otherwise inaccessible positions.
Flight provides incredible mobility, letting the Bard reach otherwise inaccessible positions.
College of Valor Features
Combat Inspiration
Level 3You 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 3You 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 6You can attack twice instead of once when you take the Attack action on your turn.
Battle Magic
Level 14After 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.
Is College of Valor Right for You?
Pick the College of Valor if you want a Bard focused on dealing heavy single-target damage. Compare it with the other Bard subclasses to make sure it fits your party, then build the Human version for the strongest start.
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