Black Tusk Shield
A shield made from old tusks
Shield Unique Effect: Shieldsmash ID: 51834
Made from tusks as opposed to bone, this shield is stronger than it's more basic cousin.
About Black Tusk Shield
Black Tusk Shield is a Unique Shield in Conan Exiles. It deals 33 light damage, 33 heavy damage, and 12.15% armor penetration. It is a Tier 5 item.
Black Tusk Shield is not craftable and must be obtained as a drop, treasure or trade reward in the world. Tier 5 places it in the upper band of the game's weapon progression.
Its base damage of 33 ranks #45 of 87 Shield entries tracked here. It has a modest 12.15% armor penetration, 10 poise damage that helps interrupt enemies, and 15000 durability before it needs repair. At 1.89 weight it is light to carry.
Carried off-hand to block and shield-bash; pair it with a one-handed weapon for a defensive bruiser build.
Verdict: Overall Black Tusk Shield is a middle-of-the-pack option among Shield weapons in Conan Exiles.