Becoming a Bard ... As a Level 1 Character • Gain all the traits in the Core Bard Traits table. • Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. As a Multiclass Character • Gain the following traits from the Core Bard Traits table: Hit Point Die, proficiency in one skill of your choice, proficiency with one Musical Instrument of your choice, and training with Light armor. • Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. See the multiclassing rules in “Character Creation” to determine your available spell slots.