Shields
Shields generally allow a character to use the Block skill for Defense Rolls. The exception is Bucklers, which can help a character parry incoming attacks. Larger shields also can provide Cover against ranged attacks.
Shield Statistics
Shields
C indicates the typical cost of the shield (in silver pieces).
B indicates the Bulk of the item.
Shield Type | C | B | MSE | Speed Penalty | Traits |
Buckler | 10 | 1 | 4 | -0 | Parry +1, Cannot Block. |
Small Shield | 10 | 2 | 6 | -0 | |
Large Shield | 20 | 3 | 8 | -1 | Lesser Cover (-2) |
Tower Shield | 100 | 5 | 10 | -2 | Standard Cover (-4) |
Standing Shield | 50 | – | – | – | Greater Cover (-6), Immobile |
*Masterwork Shield | +500 | A masterfully crafted shield grants a +1 Item bonus to Block (does not apply to Bucklers). |
Shield Examples
Buckler – Bucklers
Small Shields – Round Shields, Heater Shields, Rondaches
Large Shields – Kite Shields, Targes, Viking Round Shields
Tower Shields – Tower Shields, Pavise Shields
Standing Shields – Mantlets