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A grand pavilion, its sturdy wooden poles hoisting a canvas roof, decorated with colourful banners and pennants that flutter in the breeze, adding a touch of vibrancy to the scene. Inside, a diverse crowd gathers, eager to witness the extraordinary.  As the instruments play, wooden doors open and the audience is treated to a show that defies the ordinary.
 
A grand pavilion, its sturdy wooden poles hoisting a canvas roof, decorated with colourful banners and pennants that flutter in the breeze, adding a touch of vibrancy to the scene. Inside, a diverse crowd gathers, eager to witness the extraordinary.  As the instruments play, wooden doors open and the audience is treated to a show that defies the ordinary.
  
Out of sight, the performers lead lives that are as diverse and colorful as the acts they perform.  Together, they  
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Out of sight, the performers lead lives that are as diverse and colorful as the acts they perform.  Together, they share a deep bond, akin to a close-knit family. They look out for one another, offering support and encouragement in times of triumph and adversity.  There are individuals from all walks of life: nobles who have forsaken their titles, commoners with extraordinary talents, abandoned lovers, mad geniuses, apprentices who have escaped their masters and many more.  Most of all, these sort are known for their resilience.  Adapting to hanging circumstances, weathering storms, and embracing the nomadic lifestyle, each appreciates the adventure they're on and the tenacity that requires.
  
 
== Sage Studies ==
 
== Sage Studies ==

Revision as of 21:32, 26 October 2023

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Circus is a sage field available to bards, providing the skills and diverse entertainment styles associated with physical achievements of amazement, daring, humour and the trained performance of animals. Together, these create a captivating spectacle where wonder and imagination converge to create an enchanting experience.

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A grand pavilion, its sturdy wooden poles hoisting a canvas roof, decorated with colourful banners and pennants that flutter in the breeze, adding a touch of vibrancy to the scene. Inside, a diverse crowd gathers, eager to witness the extraordinary. As the instruments play, wooden doors open and the audience is treated to a show that defies the ordinary.

Out of sight, the performers lead lives that are as diverse and colorful as the acts they perform. Together, they share a deep bond, akin to a close-knit family. They look out for one another, offering support and encouragement in times of triumph and adversity. There are individuals from all walks of life: nobles who have forsaken their titles, commoners with extraordinary talents, abandoned lovers, mad geniuses, apprentices who have escaped their masters and many more. Most of all, these sort are known for their resilience. Adapting to hanging circumstances, weathering storms, and embracing the nomadic lifestyle, each appreciates the adventure they're on and the tenacity that requires.

Sage Studies

The field includes the following sage studies:

  • Acrobatics (sage study): including gymnastics and aerial acts, a mix of extraordinary human feats of balance, agility and coordination; in some forms the practice of acrobatics shares artistic components with dance.
  • Animal Performance (sage study): the display and control of a menagerie of creatures, including large cats, camels, elephants, horses, donkeys, birds, bears, monkeys, cats, dogs and more.
  • Clowning (sage study): possessing the classical features of the harlequin and the court jester, the act of inspiring laughter and merriment through foolishness, physical prowess and surprise.
  • Daredevil (sage study): the performing of dangerous stunts and tricks to elicit a moment of terror from an audience, followed by relief and stunned respect for the magnificence of the performer’s bravery and skill.


See Bard Sage Abilities