Why did the barbarian take a level of bard?

For the punchline.

Found family is the only family that matters. Some people are just lucky enough to find their families the same day they're born.

Why was the rogue so pent up?

Cause he's an edgelord.

I'm an empath and I can prove it.

You're skeptical.

Ranger petting his loyal wolf: Whose a good boy? Whose a good boy?"
Paladin kicking down the door: Me.

Bard goes hunting with Ranger. The Ranger starts setting down traps for wild game. Seeing this Bard very cautiously walks into a clear and sets down his drum.

Ranger: What are you doing?
Bard: Putting down a snare.