From publisher blurb:
Throughout history, many people have been called by monarchs and other rulers into the courts as the comic relief for these highly-stressed heads of state. While there are many, many run-of-the-mill jesters out there, there is a particular sect of bards who are part of the College of Jest. These bards who are uniquely capable of working with the art of comedy and humour, and magically imbues their comedy with the bardic arts for their purposes. They have been highly sought after by rulers because of these comedic magics as a much more reliable source of entertainment.
However, monarchs would not just have these bards of the College of Jest join their courts as a means of entertainment. No, these bard also become a line of defense for the monarch, as their magics can subdue and nullify threats against the throne. A court jester from the College of Jest is treated fairly well, paid handsomely, and respected by those in the court. Otherwise, their magics might turn against anyone who may disrespect them. Even when not part of a ruling court, those in the College of Jest are primarily focused on their performances, employing jestful dancing and songs for the entertainment of all. They perform for the masses in market squares, use their performances to cheer up ailing children, or even use their seemingly foolish appearance to infiltrate enemy territory