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Balgran Shield - Version 9 vs Version 10
Jun 8, 2026, 09:33 PM
Removed duplicate in-body wikilinks
Oct 29, 2026, 08:00 AM
Add the Deluxe claim route, fix the description typo and remove a false refinement fee.
11Overview2233Balgran Shield is a shield in Crimson Desert. It is classified as Uncommon (Tier 2) equipment with a base Defense of 2 and a base Guard Rate of 2.445-A shield card in the likeness of a grey wolf. Its origins are unknown, but in Pywel, the wolf has long symbolized an unyielding will and the bond of the pack. Perhaps that is why this strange relic feels so familiar.5+A shield carved in the likeness of a grey wolf. Its origins are unknown, but in Pywel, the wolf has long symbolized an unyielding will and the bond of the pack. Perhaps that is why this strange relic feels so familiar.6677In addition to its base stats, this shield provides Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1.88991010Stats11111212StatValueTypeShieldRarityUncommon (Tier 2)Guard Rate2 (max 25 at +10)Defense2 (max 14 at +10)Attack SpeedLv.1Movement SpeedLv.1Abyss Core Slots2Max Refinement+1013+Obtain Balgran Shield as a Deluxe Edition bonus, then claim it through the in-game menu: Others > Options > Add-on. The guide's Defense 14 display matches +10 in the recorded progression; it is not the unrefined Defense 2 shown above.14+1315Refinement141615-The Balgran Shield can be refined at a Blacksmith to increase its stats. Each refinement level requires specific materials and Silver. The table below shows the stats and material costs at each refinement level.17+The Balgran Shield can be refined at a Blacksmith to increase its stats. Refinement requires the listed materials; no Silver currency fee is required. The table below shows the recorded stats and material inputs at each level.16181719LevelDefenseGuard RateBonus StatsMaterials+022Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1-+134Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x2+246Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x3+358Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x4, Copper Ore x2+4610Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x5, Copper Ore x4+5712Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x6, Copper Ore x6, Bloodstone x1, Abyss Artifact x1+6814Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x8, Copper Ore x8, Bloodstone x3, Abyss Artifact x1+7916Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x10, Copper Ore x10, Bloodstone x5, Abyss Artifact x1+81019Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x15, Copper Ore x15, Bloodstone x8, Scolecite Ore x2, Abyss Artifact x1+91122Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Iron Ore x25, Copper Ore x20, Bloodstone x12, Scolecite Ore x6, Abyss Artifact x1+101425Attack Speed Lv.1, Movement Speed Lv.1Aeserion's Scale x1, Abyss Artifact x11820Abyss Core Slots19212022The Balgran Shield has 2 Abyss Core slots, allowing players to customize the shield with passive bonuses. Cores can be socketed or removed at no cost through a witch NPC, making it easy to experiment with different setups.21232224Fortification I (Defense +3): A straightforward defense boost that helps offset this shield's base defense.Fortitude I (Guard Stamina Consumption -3.0%): Reduces stamina drained when blocking, making sustained defense more efficient.Aegis I (Damage Reduction 1.0): Provides flat damage reduction per hit, useful for absorbing chip damage from enemy combos.23252426Combat Usage25272628The Balgran Shield is a standard one-hand shield that balances defensive stats with mobility. Standard shields are lighter than large shields, allowing for quicker movement and attack transitions during combat.27292830With bonuses to both Attack Speed and Movement Speed, this shield supports an aggressive, mobile fighting style. The faster attack speed pairs well with one-handed weapons for quick combo strings, while the movement speed bonus helps with repositioning during fights.29313032At base Defense 2, the shield scales to 14 at max refinement. Refinement should be prioritized if you plan to keep this shield as your primary defensive option for an extended period.31333234See Also33353436Shields - Complete list of all shields in Crimson DesertEquipment - Overview of all gear typesAbyss Cores - Socket gems that modify shield statsBlacksmith - Where to refine shields and other gear