Shieldcrafting
The Shieldcrafting skill is the specialized craft of creating sturdy and reliable shields, essential defensive gear for warriors and adventurers. Shieldsmiths specialize in working with various materials such as wood, metal, and reinforced leather to fashion shields of different shapes and sizes, each offering unique defensive benefits. Novice shieldsmiths typically start with basic tasks like repairing damaged shields or crafting simple wooden bucklers.
As they gain expertise, shieldsmiths progress to crafting more advanced shield designs, including kite shields, round shields, and tower shields. Skilled shieldsmiths possess a deep understanding of materials and construction techniques, allowing them to create shields that provide optimal protection against different types of attacks. Mastery in shieldsmithing enables artisans to produce masterwork-quality shields renowned for their durability and effectiveness in combat.
Shieldsmithing requires a combination of strength to handle heavy materials, dexterity for precise shaping and detailing, and intelligence to understand the principles of shield design and construction.
Characters proficient in shieldsmithing play a vital role in equipping warriors and adventurers with essential defensive equipment for their quests and battles. They may also find opportunities for profit by selling their shields to individuals and factions in need of quality defensive gear.