Ring<\/div>\nBard players often choose to wear rings that either boost defensive capability or focus on offense. \n\nAs for a tiered protective ring, HP is always preferred over DEF on a class like Bard. However, because of Bard's low defence, it can be justified to use Defence ring over HP in some circumstances. \n\nThe top choice by many players, Ring of Unbound Health (UBHP) is the best ring to use on any classes if you want to maximize your survivability as a Bard. This ring will boost your HP by 180. If you happen to have a [Ring of Decades](\/wiki\/ring-of-decades), the boost of +190 HP will let you fare a bit better than the UBHP. Regardless of reasons, majorities of players swear by wearing an HP ring over a DEF ring. \n\nFor a tiered offensive ring, it would be preferred to use ATT rings over DEX rings as Bard possesses high DEX but low ATT. In fact, ATT ring will always outdamage DEX regardless of enemy's defence. That said, rings are available that boost both ATT and DEX and will provide better DPS increases than a straight tiered ring. \n\nThe Ring of the Pyramid fits well on any classes, particularly the Bard. It provides a solid boost as HP and DEF increases his survivability further and 4 ATT fits well because of his low ATT cap.\n\n\n##
Strengths and Weaknesses<\/div>\nThe Bard is a versatile and balanced class. He can range from a DPS centered character that attacks from a distance, to a support character that buffs the group and debuffs enemies. The variety in untiered bows allow him many different playstyles. Yet this eclectic variety in items makes him suffer with the reduced DEF from robes--and also the DPS meta. The Bard, then, becomes quite dependent on the UTs for specialization in either offense, defense, or support, which can be tricky for newer players who can't get UTs as easily. But if that's okay for the player, then they have nothing to worry about.\n\n##
Group Role<\/div>\nThe Bard can inspire his allies, giving them increased range. This is very beneficial to sword classes, as they can now attack from a good distance, keeping them safer. \n\n##
Event and Dungeon Bosses<\/div>\n*needs more information*\n\n##
Summary<\/div>\nPlay the Bard class and see what you think. If you have any information that one would find useful while playing Bard, feel free to [add to this guide!](\/edit-wiki-page\/bard-class-guide)"],[[],[]]);initializeCookieConsentBanner("e");