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Shield Master is a Feat you can get when you reach Level 4 at the earliest in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3). Read on to learn more about this feat, what it can do, the best classes to get this feat, and more!

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Shield Master Information

Shield Master Overview

Shield Master Overview
You gain a +2 bonus to Dexterity Saving Throws when wielding a shield. If a spell forces you to make a Dexterity Saving Throw, you can use your reaction to shield yourself and diminish the effect's damage. On a failed save, you only take half damage. On a successful save, you don't take any damage.
Unlocked Condition Reach Level 4

Best Classes to get Shield Master

Class Information
Cleric Clerics are representatives of the gods they worship, wielding potent divine magic for good or ill.
Paladin Fuelled by the Oath you swore to uphold justice and righteousness, you are a beacon of hope in dark times.
Warlock Bound by a pact to an all-powerful patron, warlocks trade their loyalty for supernatural abilities and unique magic.

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Athlete Charger Crossbow Expert
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Heavily Armoured Heavy Armour Master Lightly Armoured
Lucky Mage Slayer Magic Initiate: Bard
Magic Initiate: Cleric Magic Initiate: Druid Magic Initiate: Sorcerer
Magic Initiate: Warlock Magic Initiate: Wizard Martial Adept
Medium Armour Master Mobile Moderately Armoured
Performer Polearm Master Resilient
Ritual Caster Savage Attacker Sentinel
Sharpshooter Shield Master Skilled
Spell Sniper Tavern Brawler Tough
War Caster Weapon Master

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