Shield: Weight: Armor bonus: Locations Protected:

Your Daggerfall shield guide! Learn about weight, armor bonuses, and locations protected for all shields, from Fur to Daedric. Master blocking and protect yourself!

Hey there, adventurer! So, you're looking to get a handle on shields in Daggerfall, huh? Smart move. A good shield can be the difference between a triumphant return and a trip back to the Temple. Let's break down what you need to know. Shields are your trusty arm-mounted (or hand-held) companions that offer protection against all sorts of nasty melee attacks. They don't just add to your armor rating; they also let you block incoming blows, which shaves off even more damage. Plus, successfully blocking an attack is a great way to boost your Block skill and, by extension, your armor skills. Don't worry too much about whether a shield is 'heavy' or 'light' armor – it won't affect how well your magic works, no matter your Hero's skills. Now, let's get down to the nitty-gritty with the stats. Remember, these are for unenchanted shields, and the numbers are independent of your skill level or attributes. ### Unenchanted Shields Here's a look at the basic shields you'll find, ordered by how much armor protection they offer: | Piece | Class | Gold | Weight | Armor Bonus | |--------------------|-------------|------|--------|-------------| | [Fur Shield] | Light Armor | 8 | 2 | 2 | | [Leather Shield] | Light Armor | 20 | 3 | 7.5 | | [Mithril Shield] | Light Armor | 115 | 4.4 | 10.5 | | [Iron Shield] | Heavy Armor | 45 | 12 | 12 | | [Elven Shield] | Light Armor | 315 | 5.2 | 12 | | [Steel Shield] | Heavy Armor | 95 | 14 | 13.5 | | [Dwarven Shield] | Heavy Armor | 210 | 16 | 15 | | [Glass Shield] | Light Armor | 1000 | 6 | 15 | | [Orcish Shield] | Heavy Armor | 460 | 18 | 16.5 | | [Ebony Shield] | Heavy Armor | 1000 | 21 | 18 | | [Daedric Shield] | Heavy Armor | 2500 | 24 | 22.5 | | [Dremora Caitiff Shield] | Heavy Armor | 48 | 24 | 13 | ### Enchanted Shields These bad boys offer some sweet magical bonuses. The best part? You get the enchantment's benefits just by equipping the shield, even if you're wielding a bow or a two-handed weapon. So, you don't *have* to hold it to get the magic! | Piece | Class | Gold | Weight | Armor Bonus | Enchantment | |----------------------------|-------------|-------------|--------|-------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | [Dwarven Ceremonial Shield] | Heavy Armor | 1 | 16 | 1 | N/A | | [Dwarvenskin Shield] | Heavy Armor | 3500 | 24 | 22.5 | Fortify [Block] 10 pts | | [Eagle Feather Shield] | Light Armor | 3208 | 2 | 2 | Reflect Spell 8% | | [Escutcheon of Chorrol] | Heavy Armor | Level based | Level based | Level based | Fortify [Attribute: Endurance], [Reflect Damage] (Both level based) | | [Spell Breaker] | Heavy Armor | 16500 | 18 | 17 | Reflect Spell 30% | | [Tower of the Nine] | Heavy Armor | 4800 | 14 | 15 | Shield 5%, Fortify Block 5 pts, Fortify Heavy Armor 5 pts, Drain Light Armor 10 pts | | [Stormlord's Shield] | Heavy Armor | 2500 | 24 | 22.5 | [Shock Shield] 10 pts | Keep an eye out for these as you journey through Tamriel. A well-chosen shield can make a world of difference!