Is Bard getting a bit too Strong?

Note: This isn't a hate thread on . I think he's pretty unique, fun to play as, and certainly useful.

But my concern lies in his kit becoming a bit too strong, for my personal taste. I can't tell if it's due to the damage, or how tanky he can get now which may even rival .

Or maybe it's the new items like which not only increases ability power by 50, along with multiple benefits but the sword also summons two ghosts to slow down anyone nearby. Since Bard can explore the map, this is probably what makes him far scarier than most supports in my opinion because he has become the 2nd ganker of the group apart from your good old fashioned jungler.

He isn't OP, so please don't think i'm calling him that. I remember before the new masteries, the items being changed, and bard getting buffs- he was very squishy and merely a buddy that's good for stuns and locking people down with ult. Now? He's a somewhat tanky mage that can catch up to you with portal, deal good damage and ensure you're good as dead for the enemy team.

Like how people fear will become more powerful with the upcoming assassin item, I think we're reaching the point certain champions are becoming more powerful than Riot intended thanks to the new masteries + altered items. What are your thoughts on this?