Taiko Drums

The drum whose every beat carries with it the energy and rhythm of Kaguya. A mortal sounding this mystical instrument bears both order and disarray.

Tier	UT
MP Cost	100
On Equip	+6 DEF, +6 DEX
Effect(s)	Within 4.5 tiles Inspired for 6.5 seconds. Tempo Change: Control the rhythm of the drums to match the situation Ability 1: Crescendo Effect on self: Berserk for 5 seconds. Blitz Rhythm: Greatly increases shot speed, whilst boosting effective weapon range Ability 2: Adagio Party Effect: Within 4 squares Healing for 5 seconds. Party Heal: 60 HP (2.5% less effectiveness [Party Heal x 0.3 HP minimum] per ally healed) Tranquil Rhythm: Lowers your shot speed, but boosts effective weapon range
XP Bonus	7%
Soulbound
Feed Power	1,000
Dismantling Value	15 / 40 / 45

Loot Bag
Drops From	Sage Genji Drummer Kaguya Dancer Miko Moonlit Epic Quest Chest

Notes
A lute with 2 modes. Like the Kogbold Multitool, you can swap abilities by holding Shift. Both modes give Inspired Icon Inspired to allies, but give a special version of Inspired to the user which modifies your shots differently than normal.

Crescendo is the default ability. Having a faster shot speed generally makes it easier to hit enemies. The Berserk can be great for solo play or in groups without a Warrior. (Shot Velocity: 162.5%, Proj. Lifetime: 76.9%)
Adagio makes your shots linger, which can be useful against chasing enemies. These enemies can be lured into the lingering shots, allowing you more range than usual. In addition, the Healing and party heal effects give the mode extra value when supporting a group. (Shot Velocity: 62.5%, Proj. Lifetime - 199%)

Not the best lute for DPS, but both types of adjusted shots can be useful in certain situations.

Note: Both modes will increase your shot range by 25% when using a regular bow. However, since this lute does not modify acceleration speed, certain weapons have odd interactions. Deaccelerating weapons like the B.O.W. will end up with more range when using Crescendo, while accelerating weapons like the Garland Bow will have more range with Adagio.

History
Before Exalt Version 4.0.1.0 (Sep 2023), the item granted +5 DEF and DEX, did not grant Inspired to the group, and did not have a Party Heal in its Adagio mode.

Lutes