Stormshield
Rare Shield
Requires Attunement
The Stormshield is a large, iron-banded wooden shield etched with ancient runes tied to the fury of the sky. Its heavy construction makes it imposing even before its magic is revealed, while the carved markings often seem to shimmer or crackle faintly when storms gather nearby.
A creature must spend a short rest attuning to the Stormshield before accessing its magical properties.
While wearing the Stormshield, you gain a +1 bonus to AC.
Holy Symbol: The Stormshield functions as a holy symbol for a servant of a deity associated with storms, lightning, or thunder. A divine spellcaster devoted to such a deity can use the shield as a sacred focus for appropriate spells and rituals.
Storm Resistance: While wearing the Stormshield, you have resistance to lightning damage and thunder damage.
The Stormshield is designed for warriors and divine servants who expect to stand in the heart of violent battle. Its magical protection helps blunt both physical attacks and the elemental force of storms, making it especially valuable against creatures and spellcasters that rely on lightning or thunder.
The shield’s iron bands reinforce the thick wooden body, while its runes reflect the power of wind, rain, thunder, and the sudden violence of a lightning strike. Some Stormshields are carried by priests of storm gods, while others are passed down among warriors who view the storm as a symbol of strength, judgment, or renewal.
Its combination of improved defense, elemental resistance, and religious significance makes the Stormshield a highly valued piece of protective equipment for adventurers who regularly face magical threats.
Value: 5,000 gp
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