Physical Defense FAQ's

Question: What is a Shield ability?

Shield-based abilities are a recently invented subcategory noting Shield, Reinforced Hat, and Toughen Shield. They usually can combine with armors, but don't pass for armor-based abilities when qualifying for an ability path. The subcategory will be posted soon.

Question: Can Reinforced Hat be used to gain Fighter?

Although technically a shield-based ability, it's been recently upgraded to be the only such ability to be able to replace armor as a requirement for the Fighter ability path. The update should be posted soon.

Question: Is Bone Armor an armor or a shield?

Because it can be combined with other shields, but not other armors, it is an armor