Animated Shield is a very rare armor in D&D 5e. It requires attunement.
Armor (shield), very rare (requires attunement)
While holding this shield, you can speak its command word as a bonus action to cause it to animate. The shield leaps into the air and hovers in your space to protect you as if you were wielding it, leaving your hands free. The shield remains animated for 1 minute, until you use a bonus action to end this effect, or until you are incapacitated or die, at which point the shield falls to the ground or into your hand if you have one free.
Frequently Asked Questions
While holding this shield, you can speak its command word as a bonus action to cause it to animate.
The Animated Shield is a Very Rare magic item in D&D 5th Edition.
The Animated Shield is a Armor — Armor (shield), very rare (requires attunement).
Yes, the Animated Shield requires attunement. Check the item description for any specific attunement requirements.