A barbed shield turns the tables on attackers because of the long spikes and blades attached to it. While too awkward to use as a weapon, a barbed shield provides added protection against enemies that attempt to grab you, because the spikes and barbs built into it cut into them.
It requires Shield Proficiency: Barbed Shield to use properly.
- AC Bonus: +2
- Check: -3
- Weight: 18lb
- Cost: 20gp
- Special: Barbed - A creature takes damage equal to 2 + half your level when you escape that creature's grab or when that creature escapes your grab. (Doesn't stack with Barbed Plate.)
- Type: Heavy Shields
Notes[]
- The property doesn't mention using two barbed shields as that is not expected to be used. Even under the Snapping Testudo paragon path, the effect doesn't self stack.