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How to Get Shield Weaver: Stats and Resistances

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The Shield Weaver is an Outfit in the game Horizon Zero Dawn. Read on to learn more about how to get the Shield Weaver along with the base resistances that the Shield Weaver offers.

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Shield Weaver Overview

Shield Weaver Info

Shield Weaver Overview
Shield WeaverShield Weaver
Description: Ancient technology, salvaged by Aloy and stitched to Nora leather, projects a damage-absorbing force shield. Takes time to recharge when depleted.
Rarity Very Rare
No. of Modification Slots None
Special Effects Shield Regeneration
Shield Weaver Base Resistances This outfit does not grant any base resistances

Is the Shield Weaver Worth It?

Horizon Zero Dawn - S Tier Icon Outfit Class Tier Reason
The Shield Weaver offers the best defensive capabilities and is easily one of the best outfits in the game. Getting this outfit as early as you can is highly recommended!

How to Get Shield Weaver

This outfit is obtained in the Ancient Armory side quest. You will need to locate 5 Power Cells throughout the course of the game.

Power Cell Locations

#1
Power Cell 1 Location Horizon Zero Dawn
Acquired at any time after the Proving.
Recommended Level: N/A
#2
Power Cell 2 Location Horizon Zero Dawn
Acquired before leaving All-Mother Mountain after the Proving or after The Heart of The Nora.
Recommended Level: 25 (If After The Heart of The Nora)
#3
Power Cell 3 Location Horizon Zero Dawn
Acquired during the Maker's End Quest.
Recommended Level: 14
#4
Power Cell 4 Location Horizon Zero Dawn
Acquired during the Grave-Hoard Quest.
Recommended Level: 18
#5
Power Cell 5 Location Horizon Zero Dawn
Acquired during The Mountain That Fell Quest.
Recommended Level: 28

Ancient Armory Walkthrough and Power Cell Locations

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