Shielding from spells

[ekeron]

Hello,

I'd just like to know if shields can block spells.

I know armour and defense is useless against magic but the shield's ability to block different damage types makes me wonder if it could work against spells. Otherwise, the effect doesn't seem that useful.

[Davion Fuxa]

Shields can block all damage with a Prodigy investment in Spectral Shield. Additionally if they have a resistance on them, they can also block those damage types. IE, if you Shield has Fire Resistance then it will block incoming fire damage from the Flame Drake or the Flame skill from the Skeleton Mage.

[HousePet]

Yep Block doesn't care where the damage comes from, it only cares if the damage is physical, or is a damage type that the shield has resistance to.