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-[[File:Shield armor.jpg|right|525px|thumb]]
+[[File:Shield (armour).jpg|right|525px|thumb]]
 '''Shields''' are a form of [[Armour List|armour]] that can be carried or strapped to a combatant's arm, providing defense against melee attacks while also offering some protection from [[Missile Weapons|missiles]]. In the game's time period, shields are most commonly made from boiled leather, or "cuir bouilli," a material created by boiling and macerating leather until it becomes soft and malleable, allowing it to be moulded or stamped into a tough, rigid shape. Once hardened, it naturally solidifies, and when treated with varnish or shellac, it becomes as strong as wood or horn.
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-[[File:Shield armor.jpg|thumb|right|420px|]]
+[[File:Shield armor.jpg|right|525px|thumb]]
-There are three basic shield types employed in my game at this time: the large shield, the small shield and the wooden shield. Large shields and small shields employ a metal framework overlaid on top of the core wooden frame of the shield. Wooden shields are made only of wood. When using shields, druids are able to only employ [[Druid Combat Abilities|wooden shields]].
+== Types ==
-== Description ==
+Among wooden shields, the '''kite''' shield was widely used from the 10th to the 13th century and is recognisable by its elongated, almond shape. Designed to cover the wearer from shoulder to lower leg, it features a wooden handgrip and arm straps, which must be used for proper handling. A central metal boss deflects incoming blows and arrows, reinforcing its durability. The kite shield weighs 12 lbs.
-Large shields are quite big, typically three feet in diameter and anywhere from three to five feet tall. They offer a +3 [[Armour Class|armour class]] when used against hurled or fired weapons, if the character says beforehand, "I hide behind my shield." This implies the character takes no other action that round. Otherwise, large shields give +1 to armour class. Although they are large, they are also cumbersome and slow to deflect attacks.
+The '''rotella''' is another round wooden shield, primarily used in Italy and elsewhere during the Renaissance. It features a metal boss and is often reinforced with rivets to increase its strength. Without the boss, it serves as the "small wooden shield" commonly used by [[Druid Combat Abilities|druids]]. Its design allows for quick movement and maneuverability in confined combat spaces. A similar shield, the Scottish targe, shares many of its characteristics. The rotella weighs 5¾ lbs.
-Small shields are more flexible and thus they give the same +1 bonus to armour class as large shields. They are typically round, about two feet in diameter and lighter. Hiding behind a small shield will not give a special bonus against hurled or fired weapons.
+The '''pavise''' is a large, convex, rectangular shield, favoured by archers for its maximum body coverage. It includes a lower spike, allowing it to be planted into the ground for cover while reloading. When set up in a line, pavises create a strong defensive position, though they are quite heavy, weighing 17½ lbs.
-Wooden shields, also called small wooden shields, are like small shields except that they lack a metal strengthening and are thus more likely to break.
+== Using Shields ==
-== Use ==
+For effective use, shields must be strapped to the arm in advance. If a shield is held loosely and struck by an attack that misses by 1 point, the force of the blow knocks it from the wielder's grip. The location of the fallen shield is determined using [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|fumble rules]]. If a defender is [[Stun Lock|stunned]], they must pass a [[Ability Checks|strength check]] to maintain their grip.
-Shields may not be used with two-handed weapons of any kind.
+Shield protection does not apply against [[Flank & Rear Attacks|rear attacks]] or flank attacks from the unshielded side. For example, if a shield is held in the left hand, it only offers protection against attacks from the left flank, leaving the right side exposed.
-When used, shields must be strapped to the arm ahead of time. If a shield is used without strapping it in place, or a blow against the shield (missing by 1 point on a [[Roll to Hit|roll to hit]]) will knock the shield out of the wearer's hand (see [[Critical Hits & Fumbles|fumbles]] for where the shield falls). An unstrapped shield will also automatically be assumed to be knocked from the combatant's hand the first time that he or she is stunned.
+If a shield is broken or ruined due to failing a [[Saving Throws for Items|saving throw]], it becomes a liability if still strapped to the arm. The combatant loses its defensive bonus and instead suffers a -2 penalty to armour class until the shield is removed using [[Action Points|action points]].
-Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 2 points if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
+See also,<br>
-<br>
+[[Heraldry, Signs & Sigils (sage study)]]<br>
-<br>
+[[Main-gauche (sage ability)<br>
-See [[Armour List]]
+[[Phalanx (sage ability)]]<br>
-[[Category: Needs Rewrite]]
+[[Category: Reviewed]]

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 When used, shields must be strapped to the arm ahead of time. If a shield is used without strapping it in place, or a blow against the shield (missing by 1 point on a [[Roll to Hit|roll to hit]]) will knock the shield out of the wearer's hand (see [[Critical Hits & Fumbles|fumbles]] for where the shield falls). An unstrapped shield will also automatically be assumed to be knocked from the combatant's hand the first time that he or she is stunned.
-Shields will not protect the combatant if the combatant is attacked from behind or on the flank opposite the shield side. Though it will protect the combatant on the shield side flank. Thus, the shield being held on the left, it protects the left flank but not the right. When attacked on the right flank or from the rear, the combatant's shield is not included in calculating armour class. Normal [[Rear & Flank Attacks|flank and rear attack]] bonuses apply whether the shield protects or not.
+Shields will not protect the combatant if the combatant is attacked from behind or on the flank opposite the shield side. Though it will protect the combatant on the shield side flank. Thus, the shield being held on the left, it protects the left flank but not the right. When attacked on the right flank or from the rear, the combatant's shield is not included in calculating armour class. Normal [[Flank & Rear Attacks|flank and rear attack]] bonuses apply whether the shield protects or not.
 Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 2 points if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].

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 There are three basic shield types employed in my game at this time: the large shield, the small shield and the wooden shield. Large shields and small shields employ a metal framework overlaid on top of the core wooden frame of the shield. Wooden shields are made only of wood. When using shields, druids are able to only employ [[Druid Combat Abilities|wooden shields]].
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 Shields will not protect the combatant if the combatant is attacked from behind or on the flank opposite the shield side. Though it will protect the combatant on the shield side flank. Thus, the shield being held on the left, it protects the left flank but not the right. When attacked on the right flank or from the rear, the combatant's shield is not included in calculating armour class. Normal [[Rear & Flank Attacks|flank and rear attack]] bonuses apply whether the shield protects or not.
-Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 1 point if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
+Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 2 points if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
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 See [[Armour List]]

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 Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 1 point if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
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 See [[Armour List]]

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 There are three basic shield types employed in my game at this time: the large shield, the small shield and the wooden shield. Large shields and small shields employ a metal framework overlaid on top of the core wooden frame of the shield. Wooden shields are made only of wood. When using shields, druids are able to only employ [[Druid Combat Abilities|wooden shields]].
-=== Description ===
+== Description ==
 Large shields are quite big, typically three feet in diameter and anywhere from three to five feet tall. They offer a +3 armor class when used against hurled or fired weapons, if the character says beforehand, "I hide behind my shield." This implies the character takes no other action that round. Otherwise, large shields give +1 to armor class. Although they are large, they are also cumbersome and slow to deflect attacks.
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 Wooden shields, also called small wooden shields, are like small shields except that they lack a metal strengthening and are thus more likely to break.
-=== Use ===
+== Use ==
-Shields may not be used with two-handed weapons of any kind. When used, shields must be strapped to the arm ahead of time. If a shield is used without strapping it in place, then it should be assumed to be knocked from the combatant's hand the first time that he or she is stunned.
+Shields may not be used with two-handed weapons of any kind.
-Shields will not protect the combatant if the combatant is attacked from behind or on the flank opposite the shield side. The shield will protect the combatant on the flank shield side:
+When used, shields must be strapped to the arm ahead of time. If a shield is used without strapping it in place, or a blow against the shield (missing by 1 point on a [[Roll to Hit|roll to hit]]) will knock the shield out of the wearer's hand (see [[Critical Hits & Fumbles|fumbles]] for where the shield falls). An unstrapped shield will also automatically be assumed to be knocked from the combatant's hand the first time that he or she is stunned.
-Thus, the shield being held on the left in the example above, it protects one flank but not the other. When attacked on a flank or from the rear, do not include the combatant's shield in calculating armor class. Normal [[Rear & Flank Attacks|flank and rear attack]] bonuses apply whether the shield protects or not.
+Shields will not protect the combatant if the combatant is attacked from behind or on the flank opposite the shield side. Though it will protect the combatant on the shield side flank. Thus, the shield being held on the left, it protects the left flank but not the right. When attacked on the right flank or from the rear, the combatant's shield is not included in calculating armor class. Normal [[Rear & Flank Attacks|flank and rear attack]] bonuses apply whether the shield protects or not.
-Shields must be strapped to the arm, or a blow against the shield (missing by 1 point on a [[Roll to Hit|roll to hit]]) will knock the shield out of the wearer's hand (see [[Critical Hits & Fumbles|fumbles]] for where the shield falls).  Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 1 point if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
+Shields which are broken or ruined by failing their [[Saving Throws for Items|item saving throws]] will reduce AC by 1 point if they are not [[Action Points|unstrapped]].
 See [[Armor List|Armor List]]

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	There are three basic shield types employed in my game at this time: the large shield, the small shield and the wooden shield. Large shields and small shields employ a metal framework overlaid on top of the core wooden frame of the shield. Wooden shields are made only of wood. When using shields, druids are able to only employ [[Druid Combat Abilities\|wooden shields]].		There are three basic shield types employed in my game at this time: the large shield, the small shield and the wooden shield. Large shields and small shields employ a metal framework overlaid on top of the core wooden frame of the shield. Wooden shields are made only of wood. When using shields, druids are able to only employ [[Druid Combat Abilities\|wooden shields]].