Thorny Warspike Large Shield

Overview

Thorny Warspike Large Shield is a Rare-grade large shield in Crimson Desert. It provides a base Defense of 6 and a Defense Efficiency of 20.

A shield once kept in House Alfonso's armory. These days, it's better known as a shield the Bleed Bandits use after seizing it.

Stats

How to Obtain

The Thorny Warspike Large Shield can be acquired through crafting at a Blacksmith, purchased from equipment shops, found as loot drops, or obtained as quest rewards. Rare-grade shields are accessible through mid-game content.

Lore

A shield once kept in House Alfonso's armory. These days, it's better known as a shield the Bleed Bandits use after seizing it. While not as storied as higher-grade shields, the Thorny Warspike Large Shield serves as a reliable piece of equipment for those exploring the dangerous lands of Pywel.

Combat Usage

The Thorny Warspike Large Shield is a large shield, offering wider frontal coverage when blocking compared to standard shields. This makes it effective against enemies with sweeping attack patterns or multiple projectiles. The trade-off is reduced mobility while guarding, so players should commit to their block timing rather than trying to reposition mid-guard.

With a base Defense of 6, this shield provides strong damage absorption. Players can rely on sustained blocking against most enemies without worrying about their guard breaking too quickly. Pairing it with a fast one-handed sword or dagger creates a balanced loadout for tackling tougher encounters.

The high Defense Efficiency of 20 means the Thorny Warspike Large Shield is particularly effective at mitigating damage per stamina point spent blocking. This makes it one of the more stamina-efficient shields available.

See Also

• Shields

• One-Handed Weapons

• Weapons

• Equipment

• Combat System