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Bardic Inspiration

Dead by Daylight survivor perk · Unique perk of The Troupe

Gen-rush

What does Bardic Inspiration do?

It's time to give your audience a show.
Will you bring the house down or will you choke?
Press the Active Ability button while standing and motionless to enter the Performance interaction that lasts up to 15 seconds and empowers other Survivors within 16 metres of your location.
The empowering effect depends on the result of you rolling a d20 and lasts for 90 seconds after completing the Performance:
• 1: You scream, but without notifying the Killer.
• 2 - 10: Skill Checks grant +1% Progression.
• 11 - 19: Skill Checks grant +2% Progression.
• 20: Skill Checks grant +3% Progression.
Bardic Inspiration has a cool-down of 110/100/90 seconds after completing the Performance or cancelling it.

"Listen closely! I'm about to save your life! " — Aestri

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Frequently asked

Who has Bardic Inspiration?

Bardic Inspiration is the unique perk of The Troupe in Dead by Daylight.

What playstyle is Bardic Inspiration good for?

Bardic Inspiration fits a gen-rush playstyle.

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