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[[File:AdamantineShield.jpg|thumb|right|An example of a shield]]
[[File:AdamantineShield.jpg|thumb|right|An example of a shield]]


'''Shields''' are a type of [[Equipment]] that provide bonuses to characters' {{ArmorClass}} and reduce the chance of being hit by enemies.  
'''Shields''' are a type of [[Equipment]] that provide bonuses to characters' {{ArmourClass}} and reduce the chance of being hit by enemies.  


'''Shields''' are always equipped in the character’s offhand.
'''Shields''' are always equipped in the character’s offhand.
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** [[Paladin]]
** [[Paladin]]
** [[Ranger]]
** [[Ranger]]
*Taking the '''Moderately Armoured''' [[Feat]] will grant you Proficiency with both {{MediumArmor}} and {{Shields}}.
*Taking the '''Moderately Armoured''' [[Feat]] will grant you Proficiency with both {{MediumArmour}} and {{Shields}}.


== List of Shields ==
== List of Shields ==

Revision as of 03:04, 13 February 2023

An example of a shield

Shields are a type of Equipment that provide bonuses to characters' Armour Class Armour Class and reduce the chance of being hit by enemies.

Shields are always equipped in the character’s offhand.

Shield Proficiency

Those who have trained to fight while wielding Shields can use them effectively in combat.

Wielding a shield without Proficiency will impose Disadvantage Icon.png Disadvantage on all Ability Checks, Saving Throws, and Attack Rolls, as well as prevent you from casting Spells.

List of Shields

Common

Uncommon

Rare

Template:VeryRare

(None known yet.)