The actual value determined during gameplay is dependent on the corresponding armor skill ( Light, Medium, or Heavy). The armor ratings listed in the tables below are the nominal values, as provided by the game's Construction Set. The Daedric Tower Shield surpasses all other pieces armor in the game, with a 225 enchantment value.Ī shield's effectiveness as armor is correlated with armor class of the equipped item.
This can prove to be rather beneficial, as some shields have a high capacity for enchantments. Although the shield cannot be used to block attacks in this case, it still provides any bonuses granted by a constant effect enchantment. It is possible to equip both a shield and a two-handed weapon. The chance of successfully diverting attacks is governed by the Block skill, and is also influenced by the Agility and Luck attributes.
Shields are limited to use in melee combat ranged and magical attacks cannot be deflected. They are available in a variety of materials and styles, and in all three armor classes: light, medium, and heavy.īlocking can only be performed with a shield, and is automatic in Morrowind. Shields are handheld pieces of armor used to block incoming blows during melee combat.
