> [!infobox|left wikipedia] > # Shield > ![[PHB shield.webp|cover hsmall]] > ##### Armour Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Category** | Shield | > | **AC** | +2 | > | **Strength Requirement** | — | > | **Stealth Checks** | — | > ##### Item Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Weight** | 6 lbs. | > | **Cost** | 10 GP | # Description A Shield is made from wood or metal and is carried in one hand. You gain the AC benefit of a Shield only if you have training with it. You can wield only one Shield at a time. # Credit Rules information taken from the _Player's Handbook (2024)_; description taken from the _Player's Handbook (2014)_. Image source: _Player's Handbook (2024)_, page 218