: Provide maximum protection and higher block strength but slow your movement. Iconic Shields

: Timing a block staggers enemies and opens them to finishers.

: Use resources at a blacksmith to change the shield's appearance and stats.

: Heavy shields can knock back groups of smaller foes.

: Eivor's starting shield, balanced for early-game survivability.

: Many designs are inspired by historical Norse patterns and mythological motifs.

: Offer fast recovery and lower stamina cost for parrying.

: Restores health when you successfully parry a hit.