Traveling minstrels of Norrath, Bards are one of the most versatile classes in all of Everquest. The Bard has an unusual ability to play magical songs, whos effects last as long as the Bard will sing the song. Their songs can regenerate health and mana, increase attack speed and accuracy, momentarily charm angry enemies, help friends resist many types of damage and even directly damage enemies. Bards are perhaps best known, however, for their ability to greatly increase the foot speed of their group.

Bards also have the ability to attack enemies using weapons, and are quite effective in battle if they are seasoned musicians. They can be considered a jack-of-all-trades, ready for battle in many ways. Bards are able to equip plate armor, as the stress in the art of self-defense. Even though very welcome in groups, the bard also has the ability to adventure by him or herself. With a wide variety of songs and the ability to fight, the Bard is perfect to attack monsters while alone.