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!Musical Instrument

Musical Instrument (Varies)

Ability: Charisma Weight: Varies

Description​

Musical instruments allow you to create music for entertainment, artistic expression, or even magical purposes. Each type of instrument requires a separate proficiency to use effectively.

Uses​

Utilize: Play a known tune (DC 10), or improvise a song (DC 15)

Craft: None specified

Variants​

  • Bagpipes (30 GP, 6 lb.)
  • Drum (6 GP, 3 lb.)
  • Dulcimer (25 GP, 10 lb.)
  • Flute (2 GP, 1 lb.)
  • Horn (3 GP, 2 lb.)
  • Lute (35 GP, 2 lb.)
  • Lyre (30 GP, 2 lb.)
  • Pan Flute (12 GP, 2 lb.)
  • Shawm (2 GP, 1 lb.)
  • Viol (30 GP, 1 lb.)

Proficiency Benefits​

If you have proficiency with a musical instrument, you add your proficiency bonus to any ability check you make that uses the tool. If you have proficiency in a skill that's used with that check, you have advantage on the check too.

Typical Applications​

  • Entertainment: Perform for audiences to earn money or gain favor
  • Artistic Expression: Create beautiful music for personal or cultural reasons
  • Social Interaction: Use music to influence emotions and build connections