When it comes to surviving the tumultuous landscape of Speranza in Arc Raiders, protection plays a crucial role, working hand-in-hand with firepower. While healing options are plenty, shields stand out as your primary defense during intense encounters. In this comprehensive guide, we will dissect every shield available in Arc Raiders, highlighting their stats, functionality, and effective utilization.
All Shields in Arc Raiders
Some shields are immediately accessible, while others require the Raiders Augment. Each shield has a durability that can be repaired at a medical crafting bench. Players can purchase these shields from traders or craft them at various benches. Below is a complete list of shields available:
| Shield Type | Description | Stats | Crafting Recipe | Lance Trader Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Shield | Lightweight yet offers limited protection, maintaining high mobility.
Requires no Raider Augment |
Shield Charge: 50 Damage Mitigation: 23% Movement Impact: None |
1x ARC Alloy 8x Fabric |
$2000 (€1,840) |
| Medium Shield | A standard shield providing reasonable protection with a moderate mobility impact.
Requires Raider Augments II+ |
Shield Charge: 80 Damage Mitigation: 45% Movement Impact: -5% Weight: 7kg |
4x ARC Alloy 2x Voltage Converter |
$6000 (€5,520) |
| Heavy Shield | Robust shield offering strong protection at a hefty cost to mobility.
Requires Raider Augments III+ |
Shield Charge: 120 Damage Mitigation: 65% Movement Impact: -15% Weight: 10kg |
10x ARC Alloy 5x Voltage Converter |
$15000 (€13,800) |
Understanding Shield Mechanics in Arc Raiders
In-game, the blue bar above your Raider’s health signifies shield points, with each segment representing 10 shield points. Unlike many games, the shields in Arc Raiders do not act as extra health—rather, they absorb a portion of the damage inflicted by enemies. This mechanism allows you to sustain damage without immediately depleting your health.
The amount of damage absorbed varies based on the type of weapon used or the body part targeted. Thankfully, you can mitigate movement penalties by investing in character skills, though you’ll never eliminate weight entirely, even with full investment in “Used to the weight.”
Utilizing Shields Effectively in Arc Raiders
Once you’ve crafted or purchased your shield from Lance, incorporate it into your loadout by dragging it to the shield slot. Keep in mind that medium and heavy shields necessitate higher-level Raider Augments. You will need to switch your shields before embarking on a raid, however, mid-game adjustments are still achievable.
Recharging Shields: Step-by-Step
To restore your shield’s power, you must utilize specific items that rejuvenate shield points upon use. Here are the items you can use for recharging:
| Item | Shield Points | Use Time | Crafting Recipe | Purchase Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC Powercell | 20 | 3s | N/A | N/A |
| Shield Recharger | 4/s | 2s | – 5x Rubber Parts – 1x ARC Powercell (Med Station I Basic Bench) |
$1560 (€1,440) |
| Surge Shield Recharger | 50 | 5s | – 1x Electrical Components – 1x Advanced ARC Powercell (Med Station II) |
$3600 (€3,310) |
Note: Players can craft a shield recharger mid-raid using 2x Battery and 10x Metal Parts.
This wraps up our guide on shields in Arc Raiders and their strategic importance. Which shield will you be crafting for your upcoming raid? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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