Scutum Incantatum: Enhanced Shields

--- # Shield Battles Just Got More Exciting! This datapack overhauls shield mechanics, making blocking projectiles more skillful and combat more dynamic. For example, the Wooden Shield now has a shorter cooldown before you can raise it to guard. You can also enchant shields with abilities like Shield Bash and Parry. However, be aware that shields no longer grant complete immunity to overwhelming damage, such as critical hits or point-blank explosions. --- ## Enchantments !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/f952a89ee7053c66e1f6c10a943139d50d456ee3_0.webp) You can apply enchantments by placing your shield on an Enchanting Table. <details> <summary>Examples</summary> ### Shield Bash While holding your shield up, quickly double-tap the sprint key to dash forward, closing the distance to enemies and knocking them back. !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/7c133d1b90502ee24a1efda37c24820ac0834fcf_0.webp) ### Parry Blocking projectiles like arrows with precise timing will restore the shield's durability. #### +Parry Effects Combining the Parry enchantment with a specific Parry Effect enchantment (e.g., Spellblade Counter, Blast Counter) unlocks additional effects upon a successful parry. !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/1cca22c9a47cb9500bec5aff11acba382b5c0d03_0.webp) </details> ## Special Shields Crafting allows you to create Special Shields with powerful enchantments unavailable via the Enchanting Table. These shields often come with drawbacks, such as reduced durability, but mastering their unique abilities provides a significant combat advantage. <details> <summary>Examples</summary> ### Stream Enchantments !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/1b7013a08eeeb00d949ec98ab600186028a23243_0.webp) Activates continuously while guarding. #### Blaze Stream !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/6797b385e3efee6f3341e6de1355b0811e778ca2_0.webp) #### Poison Stream !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/15731fcd632032c333278061f166d9ad78170069_0.webp) #### Ice Stream !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/831ae990b2ad8875b41b1e06e5e6ae656917b7c7_0.webp) ### Burst Enchantments !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/8513d5b3a56b651cedca272cec2f77fd86a88a6d_0.webp) Activates upon successfully blocking an attack. #### Ender Burst !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/3d217d9ebc269eb07b50638d8c377745851a574a_0.webp) #### Breeze Burst !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/ee63d1ede5231b60c1650885446bd26723d31b14_0.webp) #### Smite Burst !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/454231cf846921e945984bc64bfadc23d256046d_0.webp) </details> ## New Shield Recipes This datapack adds a variety of new shields beyond the standard wooden one. All shields can perfectly block projectiles. Therefore, your choice of shield primarily affects how you handle non-projectile threats. <details> <summary>Shield Showcase</summary> !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/7d5c71824e6160030984d0553208ae298d7b5d5c.png) ✅ Faster to raise ❎ Weak against high damage (e.g., weapon attacks) !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/006f190f5d13dde72356318f3e7d733beb411e38.png) ✅ High damage reduction and durability ❎ Very slow to raise !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/5b7c3f2c3a30e3651ce490ce07fa68053c3ccb90.png) ✅ 100% block against 3.5 hearts (7 damage) ❎ Cannot perfectly block damage from Stone Sword critical hits or higher; longer stun duration after blocking strong hits !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/8e69f731a0831e3c30d33dd737bce5e7456a4231.png) ✅ 100% block against 4 hearts (8 damage) ❎ Cannot perfectly block damage from Iron Sword critical hits or higher; longer stun duration after blocking strong hits !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/5520879d6330b15d11e3b11b81b697f7c6f49dc9.png) ✅ 100% damage reduction, similar behavior to vanilla shields ❎ Low durability !(https://cdn.modrinth.com/data/cached_images/a514ef4e127ee7419b327e14687f0a0c12897f05.png) ✅ Wider blocking arc (protects a larger area) ❎ Only 70%