Shields

Shields are a type of Equipment which falls under the Item category. Shields are categorized by size and come in three (3) different varieties.

Shield Classes

Similar to Armor, Shields make use of three tiers based on size, weight, and durability. Shields have two unique stats, Damage Mitigation and Block Chance. Block Chance is the % chance to Block an incoming attack and Damage Mitigation is how much the incoming damage is reduced upon a successful block. Each Job has different shield allowances, but Passive Licenses can allow anyone to equip different types. It’s important to note that unlike Basic Attacks, some Abilities are unable to be blocked.

Equipping

When a unit equips a shield, you’ll see it on them. Depending on the type, it might look different. Equipping a shield on a unit unlocks a special Defend action that protects against more damage in between turns.