Assassin's Creed Origins Guide Reference and Analysis
Shields
Dismantle Resources: Bronze, Iron
Mutual Attribute: Melee Resistance
Available Shields
| Name | Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Health | Unique Attribute | Rare Attribute | Legendary Attribute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Aegean Prince |
Once belonging to an Aegean prince, this bronze shield sports an intriguing metalwork design. |
Rare |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: High |
Ranged Resistance I |
Adrenaline Absorption on Block II |
None |
|
Alexander’s Shield |
Rumored to be the Shield of Achilles, forged by Hephaestus himself. Seemingly flimsy as a parade shield, it has proven itself much more than that. |
Rare |
Complete Medjay Quest—Plight of the Rebels |
Health: High |
Melee Resistance I |
Fire Resistance II |
None |
|
Antigonus Shield |
A light shield, designed by a Macedonian general, that allows for fast troop movement. |
Rare |
Complete Medjay Quest—Conflicts of Interest |
Health: Medium |
Ranged Resistance II |
Fire Resistance II |
None |
|
Bird of Prey |
This shield sits so lightly on your arm that it seems to glide on wings. |
Rare |
Uplay |
Health: High |
Melee Resistance II |
Fire Resistance II |
None |
|
Bronze Shield |
The closest thing to a guardian spirit. Bronze and leather combine to produce an item both substantial and supple. |
Common |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Medium |
Ranged Resistance I |
None |
None |
|
Compendium |
Wearing this shield sends a tingle up your arm. Memories of foes long dead flood into your mind. A lion’s roar echoes in your ears. Must be your imagination… |
Legendary |
Complete Medjay Quest—General Issue |
Health: High |
Bleeding on Block |
Ranged Resistance IV |
Damage Absorption on Block III |
|
Djoser’s Pride |
Even future god-kings need sturdy, well-balanced protection. |
Legendary |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Extreme |
Sleep on Block |
Melee Resistance II |
Damage Absorption on Parry III |
|
Kush Shield |
A typical Kush warrior’s shield. |
Rare |
Uplay |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance I |
Ranged Resistance III |
None |
|
Madu’s Shield |
A beautiful shield made by the skilled hands of Master Blacksmith Madu himself. |
Common |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance I |
None |
None |
|
Medjay Shield |
A trusty shield. Light, mobile, and good-looking too. |
Common |
Bayek’s default shield, Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance I |
None |
None |
|
Medusa’s Gaze |
Stare at this shield too long and it might petrify you in the blink of an eye. |
Legendary |
Health: High |
Ranged Resistance III |
Damage Absorption on Block III |
Sleep on Block |
|
|
Metal Shield |
Not exactly shiny new, but reliable and sturdy. |
Common |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Low |
Melee Resistance III |
None |
None |
|
Phalangite Shield |
A large, yet lightweight phalanx shield, usually paired with a spear or scepter. This one was the property of a high-ranking general. |
Legendary |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Extreme |
Poison on Block |
Ranged Resistance II |
Adrenaline Absorption on Block III |
|
Phalanx Shield |
A classic defensive weapon used by Ptolemaic infantry units. |
Rare |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance II |
Damage Absorption on Block II |
None |
|
Reinforced Shield |
This shield has fended off death more times than its bearer has fingers. |
Legendary |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: High |
Melee Resistance IV |
Ranged Resistance II |
Damage Absorption on Parry I |
|
Remission |
This piece was commissioned by Pompey as a gift to Ptolemy XII Auletes. |
Rare |
Complete Medjay Quest—Farms of Dionysias |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance III |
Ranged Resistance III |
None |
|
Scorpio |
A warning to malicious souls. |
Legendary |
E-Store, Nomad’s Bazaar |
Health: High |
Ranged Resistance III |
Damage Absorption on Parry II |
Poison on Block |
|
Shield of Hilarus |
A variety of metals were used in the creation of this masterwork by Alexandria’s finest blacksmith. The pride and joy of its owner, Hilarus Maximus. |
Rare |
Complete Medjay Quest—The Champion |
Health: Medium |
Melee Resistance III |
Damage Absorption on Parry III |
None |
|
SPQR |
A symbol of the Roman Republic, representing the Senate and the people of Rome. |
Legendary |
E-Store or Nomad’s Bazaar |
Health: Medium |
Ranged Resistance III |
Damage Absorption on Parry II |
Bleeding on Block |
|
Wooden Shield |
Padded with two layers of coarse fabric, this shield can soften blows without breaking into splinters. |
Common |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Low |
Melee Resistance II |
None |
None |
|
Worn Shield |
One rarely imagines tools of war as relatives, but in this case, the name “Grandpa” seems appropriate. |
Common |
Blacksmith, Loot |
Health: Low |
Ranged Resistance II |
None |
None |