Shields

Shields are a type of defensive Accessory. All shields slightly increase the player's Defense. All shields except the Shield of Cthulhu also provide full immunity to Knockback.

Types

 * , found in gold chest in the Dungeon, is the most basic shield.
 * , which incorporates an Obsidian Skull to provide immunity to the burning tiles Hellstone and Meteorite

Hardmode
 * , a shield that combines many Hardmode accessories to provide the player protection from several debuffs.
 * , which also absorbs damage taken by nearby players on the same team (in multiplayer)

Expert
 * , which allows the player to perform a dash attack. Unlike other shields, it does not prevent knockback. Found in the Treasure Bag dropped by the Eye of Cthulhu in Expert mode.