Fur Covered Shields are a unique type of shield that offers maximum coverage.
Fur Covered Shields offer the largest size attribute of any shield, surpassing even the massive Board Shields, however, unlike Board Shields, the Fur Covered Shield can be used on horseback. Its durability is also incredible, coming in just behind the Steel Shield.
Its downsides include very low resistance and speed, meaning it is easily damaged, is easily pierced by faster projectiles at short range, and will be easily smashed though by weapons that can crush through blocks. Therefore it is the best choice to use when carrying it on back, since shields slung over your back don't take damage when blocking projectiles (they only get damaged if held in hands).
Overall, it's toughness is good, but in a way somewhat different from most high-level shields, as it relies on Durability and Size without Resistance - mathematically speaking and in comparison to other shields, Fur Covered Shield, while held in hands, is worse against normal attacks; but against incredibly powerful attacks and attacks with Bonus against shields it fares better than most shields.
- Take into account what it's "worse" against normal attacks only in comparison to other high-tier shields like Huscarl's Round Shield, Heavy Board Shield and Steel Shield - even against normal attacks it's better than more typical shields like Heater Shield, Kite Shield and low-quality Round Shield.
The catch is, usually attack types are mixed, so you should check the enemy's roster to determine what you will face.
Another good tactic with it is to use it primarily for back protection, and take it in hands in case of emergency.
The Fur Covered Shield may also receive Modifiers.
Stats[]
| Shield | Durability | Weight | Resistance | Size | Speed | Base Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fur Covered Shield |
600 | 3.5 | 1 | 162 | 76 | 227 |