Defensive set

A defensive set is a weapon set that puts a shield into the offhand slot of characters that normally go without shields, i.e. spellcasters, rangers, assassins, and dervishes. Also known as a shield set, this combination can add +18 AL to the wielder without meeting any attribute requirements; the shield itself provides a minimum of +8 AL and inscriptions add +10 AL versus specific damage types. Many players carry around multiple shields each inscribed to meet a different situation, including a low energy set.