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Reactive Block |
A shield is not simply some hobbit's door that has been strapped to your arm. It is as effective a weapon as any, and better... |
| 1 |
Shield Expertise |
To truly measure the worth of a shield, one must master it as a living thing with a motion and cunning equal to that of any... |
| 1 |
Stinging Blow |
Sometimes the most basic styles avail the greatest results. |
| 10 |
Controlled Breathing |
There is no point in going into a fight if you always run out of breath just as things are getting good. |
| 10 |
Guardian's Ward |
Constant vigilance is needed to protect oneself in battle. A moment's forgetfulness can be the end of you. |
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| 10 |
Harasser |
A Guardian is talented at drawing the attention of his enemies away from his friends. |
| 10 |
Raw Power |
Practice assuming an aggressive stance and learn how to make it stronger still. |
| 10 |
To the Rescue |
Above all, a Guardian must be where they are needed and quickly, for your companions are not so sturdy as you. |
| 20 |
Grim Challenge |
A Guardian's task is to protect his allies from the assaults of their foes. |
| 20 |
Quickness |
Time is of the essense in battle. It can either be your ally or your enemy. It is best to have it on your side, because you... |
| 20 |
Selfless Defence |
A Guardian's most important role is to ensure the lives of their companions. A Guardian who forgets this creed is no Guardian... |
| 20 |
Stoic |
Many would call Guardians fatalistic. Perhaps they should try holding a bridge alone against countless Orcs? |
| 30 |
Brave Heart |
Every warrior tests his limits and faces his own mortality in battle. |
| 30 |
Heat of Battle |
Many claim that the Champion knows the greatest joy in battle. Those who believe this have never seen a Guardian wading into... |
| 30 |
Litany of Challenge |
Master the goading of your foes...train to draw and hold their ire ever longer. |
| 30 |
Strong Lungs |
When preparing for intense exertion, it is advisable to take a deep breath before diving into the fray. |
| 40 |
Blocking Force |
Practice opening your opponent's guard and learn how to gain further advantage from it. |
| 40 |
Quick of Foot |
Practise your stamp to interrupt your foes, for using the skill repeatedly will help you to perform it with greater ease in... |
| 40 |
Threatening Presence |
Cultivate a threatening demeanor and practice the imposing art of putting your shield into your enemy's face. |
| 42 |
The Best Defence |
This book was written as a primer in the Guardian's art some time in the middle of the Third Age, during the difficult period... |
| 44 |
A Shield-maiden's Song |
A Shield-maiden's Song was written many long years ago and tells the tale of a Shield-maiden of Rohan. While the... |
| 46 |
The Final Word |
This book is of Elvish origin, having been written so long ago that few of the Elves today were alive at the time of its... |
| 50 |
Final Straw |
Practice harrying your foes, encouraging them to expose their vulnerabilities. |
| 50 |
Hit Where It Hurts |
A well-placed strike can throw your opponent off-balance. |
| 50 |
Shield of Fire |
Taunt your foes without relent, for you know they would not spare you or your allies the blade. |
| 60 |
A Keen Blade |
You have heard it whispered that the libraries of Moria yet contain many tomes, while many other volumes were brought by the... |
| 60 |
The Mines of Moria (Epic) (Guardian) |
Delve deep into the ruined halls of Moria and face the threats that lie within. |
| 60 |
The Path of Freedom's Defender |
You have begun to follow the path of the Freedom's Defender. If you follow this path to its end, you will find that your... |