Animated Shield
Very Rare Armor (requires attunement)
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Animated Shield: Very Rare Armor (requires attunement). Armor (Shield) While holding this Shield, you can take a Bonus Action to cause it to animate. The Shield leaps into the air and hovers in your space to protect you as if you were wielding it, leaving your hands free. The Shield remains animate for 1 minute…
- Rarity
- Very Rare
- Type
- Armor
- Attunement
- Required
Armor (Shield)
While holding this Shield, you can take a Bonus Action to cause it to animate. The Shield leaps into the air and hovers in your space to protect you as if you were wielding it, leaving your hands free. The Shield remains animate for 1 minute, until you take a Bonus Action to end this effect, or until you die or have the Incapacitated condition, at which point the Shield falls to the ground or into your hand if you have one free.
Common questions
Does Animated Shield require attunement?
Yes. Animated Shield requires attunement.
How rare is Animated Shield?
Animated Shield is a very rare armor in the 2024 D&D rules.
Drop Animated Shield into a character's inventory in The DM Screen.
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