Buckler

A small metal roundshield that exists for one reason: parrying. Its unique skill, Buckler Parry, deflects a melee hit and breaks the attacker’s stance, and it comes out faster than a regular parry.

It needs a bit of Dexterity (13) and scales lightly with Strength and Dexterity. A great pick for aggressive players who like to open foes up for critical hits rather than hide behind a wall.