Re: Classifying Shields
On the subject of shields
As I am designing NPC packages based on some historical references, i keep finding Small Shields (8lb range) to be the more common shield. I find the DB of +1 being an absurdly small bonuses to Block given that these shields have a surface area that can cover the Body, head and Arms hit location quite easily.
BTW like the description of Dodge, Shields should be able to afford a defense for the character against simultaneous multiple attacks that come from the same direction.
Will the a Shields' Position, being used as Cover or Readied be in Low Tech?
Strangely I've also found that given that that shields are actually quite disposable in battle, that there was a specialized role to refurbish warriors with shields, namely shield bearers. Without waiting for Low Tech are there any handy rules for shields anyone has devised?
Bonuses to Block. I'm surprised that
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