Posted August 23rd, 2007 by Shayalyn
Level 2 bard spells are a mixed bag. You get more powerful spells, some of which duplicate and amplify the benefit of 1st level bard spells: Hypnotic Pattern instead of Hypnotism, Heroism instead of Focusing Chant. A new player should occasionally switch out one spell for the other to get the feel for what works and what doesn't. This gives you an idea of what is worth using as a second level, and what is worth keeping as a first level spell.
More on Ten Ton Hammer