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Shields Rebalance

Hi! This mod is my attempt to make shields more useful and balanced. I can't achieve everything I want by simply patching the configs, but I hope that these changes will help you feel the desired experience. List of changes: • Added copper shield and its var

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Quick answer

Which Shields Rebalance release should I use?

Updated 2 years ago

Latest stable file 1.0.0

Game version 1.18.15

Loader Built-in Vintage Story mod system

Shields Rebalance 1.0.0 targets 1.18.15. It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Shields Rebalance required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Required

Dedicated server Optional

Loader for this release Built-in Vintage Story mod system

Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

This release supports both sides, but the source does not require it on the server.

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What else does Shields Rebalance 1.0.0 need?

1.0.0. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional mods.

Before you install it

Add Shields Rebalance without breaking your instance.

Built for Shields Rebalance 1.0.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

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Stick to this file

Use 1.0.0. It targets 1.18.15; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side

It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked

Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Shields Rebalance add?

List of changes:

Added copper shield and its variations.
The chance of absorbing damage with active use is 100%, and with passive use as much as 25%.
The amount of damage that a shield can absorb in 1 hit has been greatly increased to finally serve as a reliable shield. This value depends on the materials of the shield.
The durability of all shields has been dramatically reduced to reflect shield behavior more realistically.

Known issues and plans:

Crafting wooden-copper shields from multi-colored leather is not available, but you can still upholster a wooden-copper shield with regular leather.
Fix leather shields not taking wood type into account when calculating durability.

I will be waiting for your comments!

Project description from Vintage Story Mod DB.

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