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=='''[[V9: Shields| Shields]]'''==
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===<u>General Rules</u>===
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<li>Shields are used to block [[V9: Striking Your Opponent|strikes]] from [[V9: Weapons|weapons]].</li>
<li>They can only be affected by strikes and [[V9: Effects|effects]] that specifically affect shields, such as [[V9: Shield Crushing| Shield Crushing]] and [[V9: Shield Destroying| Shield Destroying]].</li>
<li>Players may only ever [[V9: Wielded|wield]] a single shield at a time, however they can wield a shield simultaneously in the same hand as any another piece of [[V9: Equipment|equipment]] except for a [[V9: Bows & Crossbows|Bow or Crossbow]].</li>
<li>Shields with straps are only [[V9: wielded| wielded]] when worn on a single arm or [[V9: Held|held]] in hand. They cannot be wielded while worn like a backpack or strapped to other parts of the body such as the torso, legs, hip, or head.</li>
<li>If a player cannot easily remove or discard their shield when necessary, such as due to it being strapped to their arm, then they must [[V9: Honor System|do their best]] to keep it out of combat and must not derive an [[V9: Glossary#Gameplay Advantage|gameplay advantage]] from it. A shield strapped to a [[V9: Wounds|wounded arm]] counts as an [[V9: Invalid Obstructions|Invalid Obstruction]].</li></ol>

'''''V8 Transition Note:'''The V8 ‘Shield Drop Trick’ does not exist in V9. A shield in mid-air is an [[V9: Invalid Obstructions|invalid obstruction]] and cannot be used to block attacks.

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===<u>Construction Rules</u>===
<ol><li>Shields must meet the [[V9: Universal Equipment Requirements| Universal Equipment Requirements]].</li>
[[File:23014---PlaceHolderImage4x3.jpg|thumb|How to Measure Shield Size]]
<li>A shield’s size is determined by the surface area of its largest silhouette, measured on a flat plane. It's height and width, when necessary, are based on the same silhouette.</li>
<li>May be constructed in any style or shape but cannot be made in such a way as to mimic the function of [[V9: Armor| physical armor]] (such as shields that excessively wrap around a limb or shields that are precisely shaped to a body part).</li>
<li>Must have a sturdy structural core that will not break or bend significantly during the course of [[V9: Core Combat Rules| combat]].
*Some acceptable materials are: plywood, high-impact plastics, aluminum, and sturdy, high-density, closed-cell foam.
*Easily breakable or low-density foams are inappropriate for use as the structural core.</li>
<li>The rim and face of the shield must be [[V9: Padding|padded]] with at least 1" of [[V9: Padding| safety-grade foam]].
*Padding should wrap around the rigid edges of the core.
*Shields made entirely of foam do not require additional padding but must be composed of closed-cell foam that is at least 1" thick.
*No part of a shield may protrude more than 1.5" through a two-inch (2") ring when uncompressed.</li>
<li>All rigid or sharp-edged hardware must be rounded off or padded in such a way that there are no burs or snags which could damage objects or players.</li>
<li>Hard edges may not be exposed on any surface which can reasonably come into contact with another player or their equipment.</li>
[[File:ShieldCurve.jpg|thumb|Shield Curve Limits]]
<li>Curved/Domed shields (and similarly recessed shapes) may not curve or recess inwards more than half its width, measured on a flat plane.</li>
<li>The rim and face must have an opaque, durable covering. This may be a non-abrasive rubber coating (or non-vinyl equivalent) so long as it does not compromise the purpose of the padding, such as by making it too firm.</li>
[[File:ShieldHoles.jpg|thumb|Shield Hole Limits]]
<li>The face of the shield may not have holes that exist entirely within a silhouette of the shield.</li>
<li>If the shield has a handle, it must be clearly identifiable as a handle.</li>
<li>If the shield has straps, they must be sturdy, secure and not at risk of coming loose during combat.</li></ol>
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{{V9 Example|text='''PRO TIP: [[V9: Equipment Reference Sheets|EQUIPMENT REFERENCE SHEETS]]'''<br>Shields sizes are determined by surface area. Due to the sometimes tedious area math required for certain shield shapes, like a heater or kite shield, these measurements may be difficult to reconfirm during [[V9: Equipment Inspection|equipment inspection]] in a timely manner. You can help your [[V9: Equipment Inspector|equipment inspectors]] by keeping proof of your math handy in a notebook or cue card in case they need it. Most inspectors will trust you at your word but it is not unfair for them to want to check your math every now and then. Help them help you!.}}
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