Momentum

Momentum builds over time as the bard performs, and decides the power of the song. It builds slowly at first but speeds up as you near maximum momentum. Finales consume momentum to enhance their effects (see HELP FINALE). Some momentum is lost when you change songs; the encore skill helps you keep it (see HELP ENCORE).

The rate at which momentum builds, and the maximum, depend on:

• your bard level
• the Musical Lore skill (HELP MUSICAL LORE)
• the perform bonus of your instrument (HELP PERFORM BONUS)
• the Empathy skill (HELP EMPATHY)
• your Charisma

Bards can add current and maximum momentum to their prompt (HELP PROMPT TAGS: %y and %Y).