spell Shield of Warding

Shield of Warding

You press your palm against the shield and speak the words of power. A silver radiance, in the shape of your holy symbol spreads over the shield.

(Spell Compendium, p. 188)  
Originally posted on D&D tools

Abjuration [Good]

Level: Paladin 2, Cleric 3,
Components: V, S,
Casting Time: 1 standard action
Range: Touch
Target: One shield or buckler touched
Duration: 1 minute/level
Saving Throw: Will negates (object, harmless)
Spell Resistance: No

The touched shield or buckler grants its wielder a +1 sacred bonus to Armor Class and on Reflex saves, +1 per five caster levels (maximum +5 at 20th level). The bonus applies only when the shield is worn or carried normally (but not, for instance, if it is slung over the shoulder).

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