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Overview
The Gilded Shield is a shield in Crimson Desert that provides DEF 4 alongside Attack Speed Lv.1 and Movement Speed Lv.1.
It offers a balanced stat spread with moderate defense and small boosts to both speed categories. The shield is distinct from the Large Gilded Shield, which is a larger variant with different stats.
Stats
Stat | Value |
|---|---|
Type | Shield |
Defense | 4 |
Attack Speed | Lv.1 |
Movement Speed | Movement Speed Lv.1 |
Core Slots | 2 |
Max Refinement | 10 |
Sell Price | 1.49 Silver Coins |
How to Obtain
The exact acquisition method for the Gilded Shield has not been fully documented. It may be found as world loot or dropped by enemies. It is not currently listed as available from merchants. The Gilded Shield is a separate item from the Large Gilded Shield, which is a large shield variant crafted through the Shields of the World, Vol. II manual.
Core Slots
The 2 core slots allow customization with Abyss Cores to tailor the shield's bonuses to specific combat situations or builds. Players might consider slotting defensive cores for additional survivability or utility cores that complement the shield's strengths. Cores can be embedded or removed through a witch NPC at no cost, making experimentation easy.
Usage Notes
With DEF 4 and dual speed bonuses, the Gilded Shield occupies a middle ground between pure defense and mobility. The Attack Speed Lv.1 bonus slightly improves the speed of strikes from the paired weapon, while Movement Speed Lv.1 helps with repositioning. This balanced profile makes it a serviceable all-around shield for players who want moderate protection without committing fully to either a defensive or speed-focused build. The two core slots allow Abyss Core customization, and refinement at a Blacksmith increases base defense. At a sell price of 1.49 Silver Coins, its resale value is modest.