Weapons Manual - Large shields

The kite shield is a long, triangular shield with a rounded top. It is too unwieldy and heavy to be used as a weapon, but is very effective for blocking attacks, and automatically absorbs damage as if it were armour.

The tower shield is a very tall infantry shield, greater in length than breadth, which covers the body from shoulder to knee. It is extremely heavy and useless as a weapon, but is very effective for blocking attacks, and automatically absorbs damage as if it were armour.