What role does a shield play?

[Joonie73]

I realize that they block projectile weapons. But in a melee fight, do they confer additional benefits that you wouldn't have without them?

[Teraswaerto]

Well, they usually give protection and defense. What I'd like to know is whether or not morningstars have a bonus against shields, as it says in the description for Star of Heroes.

[Nerfix]

All Morningstars have an increased attack against shields.

[Saber Cherry]

Another good bit of info would be how well shields protect against projectiles (the algorithm). And if they protect against seeking arrows / battlefield magic projectiles (fireflies, etc). They're starting to sound very useful!

[Kristoffer O]

Of course they are useful. Historically only the japanese failed to see this fact.

[Pocus]

Originally posted by Kristoffer O:
Of course they are useful. Historically only the japanese failed to see this fact.

because they catch arrows with their hands, or cut them in two with their katana. Everybody knows that.