Scutum

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Statistics Scutum All Races DEF: 14 Lv. 54 PLD / DRK This is a Tower Shield, a Size 4 shield. It absorbs more damage than a Kite Shield, but blocks less often.	Other Uses Guild Points Value: None Used in Quest: None Resale Price: ???~??? gil
Synthesis Recipes Smithing (59) Yield: Scutum HQ 1: Scutum +1 Earth Crystal 2 x Iron Sheet 2 x Darksteel Sheet 1 x Oak Lumber	Used in Recipes None
Desynthesis Recipe None	Obtained From Desynthesis None

How to Obtain

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Historical Background

A scutum is the Latin word for "shield", although it has in modern times come to be specifically associated with the rectangular, semi-cylindrical body shield carried by ancient Roman legionaries. The shield's curved shape covered the wielder's front and sides, affording excellent protection.