Nkosi's Shield
A worn but well-crafted shield.
Shield Unique Effect: Shieldsmash ID: 51319
As with many who carve their way up the Hyborian food chain, Nkosi the Ashen's personal trappings tell a story. The shield he wears is the only inheritance from his father, a wayward pirate of the Southern Isles who disappeared upon an ill-fated voyage up the Zarkheba river.
About Nkosi's Shield
Nkosi's Shield is a Unique Shield in Conan Exiles. It deals 31 light damage, 31 heavy damage, and 13.5% armor penetration. It is a Tier 5 item.
Nkosi's 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 31 ranks #49 of 87 Shield entries tracked here. It has a modest 13.5% armor penetration, 10 poise damage that helps interrupt enemies, and 3750 durability before it needs repair. At 1.47 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 Nkosi's Shield is a middle-of-the-pack option among Shield weapons in Conan Exiles.
