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# Shield
*Shield*  

- **Armor Class**: 2
- **Cost**: 10 gp
- **Weight**: 6.0 lbs.

A shield is made from wood or metal and is carried in one hand. Wielding a shield increases your Armor Class by 2. You can benefit from only one shield at a time.

*Source: SRD / Basic Rules*