Shield Customizations

These customizations are typically applicable to fantasy settings, but may included in other settings at the GM's discretion.

Elemental (2,500 gc). As a free reaction, the wearer can use the shield to absorb some or all of the damage of an elemental attack directed against her up to three times per day. The type of element must be selected at the time of enchantment. This property can be taken multiple times, and each time the shield gains +4 Soak versus that elemental damage type.

Kingly (2,000 gc). A kingly shield has an elaborate enchanted rune or motif design which inspires allies. Once per day, the wearer can use an action to raise the shield aloft and inspire allies within 30', all of whom gain +1d6 to their next attribute check made within one minute.

Mirrored (1,000 gc). A mirrored shield has a very highly polished metal surface. The wearer can reflect light at a foe by making an attack with the shield; if successful, the target gains the Blind condition. This property only works in areas of bright light.

Mithril (base cost × 10). This customization can only be applied at the time of forging, and can only be applied to metal shields. Shields made of mithril gain +2 Defense, are able to hold two additional enchantments, cannot be destroyed, and will never dull. Mithril shields can never be lower than exceptionalquality. Mithril is a silver-colored metal mined by dwarves.

Reflector (5,000 gc). A shield must be mirrored to receive this enchantment. Once per day, the wearer can reflect a spell cast at him back at the caster as a free reaction. This property can be taken multiple times; the ability works against spells of 3 MP for each time the property is taken (so taking it 3 times makes it effective against spells of 9 MP).

Spikes/Knobs (100 gc). Metal spikes or knobs can be added to a shield to aid in its use as an offensive item. This increases the damage inflicted by the shield by +1d6. Spikes change the damage from blunt to piercing.

Weightless (5,000 gc). Weightless shields are enchanted so that they do not hinder the wearer at all. The shield weighs 0 lbs. when worn.