Armor Class:

20 ‡

Hit Dice:

15+20** (+5)

No. of Attacks:

1 fist

Damage:

1d6 fist

Movement:

30'

No. Appearing:

1

Save As:

Fighter: 9

Morale:

12

Treasure Type:

B, O

XP:

3,100

Created by powerful spellcasters, a Shield Guardian is a construct that protect its masters from harm. Each one is magically linked to a particular magical amulet and will protect its bearer at any cost. A shield guardian will always follow the amulet; if for some reason it and its amulet are separated by more than 100 feet, the construct will enter a dormant state, standing still and waiting impassively for the return of the amulet.

A shield guardian is 9 feet tall and weigh at least 1,200 pounds. A shield guardian cannot speak, but will understand commands given by its master. This construct has Darkvision with a range of 60 feet.

Note the attack bonus given above; a shield guardian is not good for much beyond defense. It is slow and straightforward in battle, bashing alternately with its heavy stone fists.