Shield

Standard

Shields give the user the ability to block and deflect damage by equipping one in their off-hand. These offer excellent protection against attacks, but can also be used to interrupt and damage opponents. Shields are often heavy and are best suited close combat.

Energy Range

• Defense

Awakened

Aegis gives the user the ability to wield their shield at a distance by imbuing it with magical energy. This allows the shield to circle the user and intercept attacks before they hit. The user can also command the shield to protect allies or stand its ground. The shield will remain in effect until it is broken or the user runs out of energy.

Energy Range

• Magic
• Defense
• Minion

Skill Set

Small Shield	(One-handed) Does not offer much in terms of protection other than assisting in parrying, but it is light and can be strapped to the belt; often great in duels.
Standard Shield	(One-handed) Offers more protection, but is bigger and can't be put away easily.
Great Shield	(One or two-handed) Its large size covers most of the users' body, making it a great choice for defense, but is incredibly heavy.
Ultra Great Shield	(Hybrid: Two-handed) Its size nearly dwarfs the user, requiring a massive amount of strength to wield, but offers incredible offensive and defensive options in combat, particularly charge attacks.

Progression

Beginner	You can hold a shield somewhat properly.
Novice	Your shield reflex is not quite up to par, making you only able to block some attacks while you eat the rest.
Trained	You can block incoming attacks now and fend for yourself. You are starting to be able to get a handle on how to use shield offensively.
Proficient	You can do a lot with the shield whether it is defense or offense.
Adept	When you are fully alert and able, attacks should be blocked, leaving you in better positions to retaliate. You are slowly uncovering crafty ways to use your shields.
Expert	You have honed a number of advance shield techniques and can seamlessly weave shield skills into your movesets.
Mastered	Regardless of what kind of shield you wield, you can block most if not all physical attacks and if you chose, go on full defensive with your shield. You can also wield great shield with one hand.