Troll Nest

Elite Base

Shield

Defense:: 158–173
Req level:: 57
Req Strength:: 106
Durability:: 74
Quality level:: 76
Treasure class:: 78
Base Block:: 20%
Class Block:: Pal: 50%; Ama/Asn/Bar/War: 45%; Dru/Nec/Sor: 40%
Paladin Smite Damage:: 24–38
Maximum Sockets:: 3
Sockets by Item Level:: Level 1–25 3 sockets Level 26–40 3 sockets Level 41+ 3 sockets

Description

Looks like a Necro glued his skeletons together, yet it’s a hidden gem most players overlook.
This base can only roll up to 3 sockets, while most people are chasing 4os Monarchs.
Still, the Troll Nest comes with much lower STR requirements and one of the highest block chances among non-Paladin shields.
With a 3os Cap, it’s still a workable base for niche builds, weapon swap setups, or anyone wanting something different from the usual stack-of-bricks Monarch everyone runs.
What foe would not fear the face of a thousand skulls?
A perfectly affordable, budget-friendly shield base that often gets overlooked.

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