The crit buff was not, never was, and never had any inkling of ever being 3%. And I have no idea what the origin of that misinformation was because it's freaking everywhere. It was 2%.

Annnnnnyway, people asking for this stuff is kinda old news by now. There's no reason for BV to affect us. Minne is a good button. Paean is nice, but sure reworking it wouldn't be a major loss. If they want to enhance the support flavor, the most direct route from where we are now would be to buff BV up to be more of a premier skill.

And yes, Soul Gauge sound effect is maddening. I doubt there's a Bard in Norvrandt that doesn't want it changed. Whether SE can or will is another matter.