- You can only equip one shield at once.
- Barbarians cannot dual-wield shields.
- Shields cannot be used to attack monsters, they will do no damage.
- Shields list Smite Damage for the Paladin which is a Paladin Combat Skill.
- What do Shields Block?
- Any melee attack and any ranged attack with physical damage or delivered physically, like Exploding Arrow.
- How does Blocking work?
- Blocking always works against physical attacks. 75% Blocking will indeed stop 75% of attacks from hitting, regardless of whether you are attacking, or standing, or whatnot. Note: that if a player is moving, the block percentage is reduced to 1/3rd of its original value. Think of it as "resist physical". The block animation will only play if you are not doing anything else.
- Is there a Cap on the % Chance to Block?
- Yes, 75% is max.
- Is % Chance to Block Class Specific?
- Yes, different classes may see different numbers.
| Name | Min/Max Defense | Level Req. | Durability | Strength | Sockets | % Block | Paladin Smite Damage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Heater |
95-110 | 43 | 88 | 77 | 2 |
Pal: 52% Ama/Asn/Bar: 47% Dru/Nec/Sor: 42% |
16 to 30 | Light |
 Luna |
108-123 | 45 | 84 | 100 | 2 |
Pal: 50% Ama/Asn/Bar: 45% Dru/Nec/Sor: 40% |
17 to 29 | Light |
 Hyperion |
119-135 | 48 | 82 | 128 | 3 |
Pal: 54% Ama/Asn/Bar: 49% Dru/Nec/Sor: 44% |
14 to 32 | Medium |
 Monarch |
133-148 | 54 | 86 | 156 | 4 |
Pal: 52% Ama/Asn/Bar: 47% Dru/Nec/Sor: 42% |
12 to 34 | Light |
 Blade Barrier |
147-163 | 51 | 83 | 118 | 3 |
Pal: 50% Ama/Asn/Bar: 45% Dru/Nec/Sor: 40% |
26 to 40 | Light |
 Aegis |
145-161 | 59 | 92 | 219 | 4 |
Pal: 54% Ama/Asn/Bar: 49% Dru/Nec/Sor: 44% |
18 to 28 | Heavy |
 Troll Nest |
158-173 | 57 | 74 | 106 | 3 |
Pal: 50% Ama/Asn/Bar: 45% Dru/Nec/Sor: 40% |
24 to 38 | Light |
 Ward |
153-170 | 63 | 100 | 185 | 4 |
Pal: 54% Ama/Asn/Bar: 49% Dru/Nec/Sor: 44% |
11 to 35 | Medium |
