The Blackmetal Shield is the best Round Shield in Valheim. It provides massive block power and has a sinister-looking frame. Players may be dislike the aesthetic of the blackmetal shield, but its strength is impressive.
You will need to defeat Moder and head into the Plains to get the Black Metal necessary to craft a black metal shield.
| Icon | Crafting Station | Recipe |
|---|---|---|
 | Forge | 5 Chain, 10 Fine Wood, 8 Black Metal |
Blackmetal Shield Statblock
| Movement Speed | -5% |
| Weight | 5.0 |
| Parry Bonus | 1.5x |
Blackmetal Shield Upgrade Table
For more info on how blocking works, check out the Blocking page.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Block Armor | 78 | 84 | 90 |
| Block Force (Knockback) | 50 | 55 | 60 |
| Parry Block Armor | 117 | 126 | 135 |
| Durability | 200 | 250 | 300 |
| Recipe | 5 Chain, 10 Fine Wood, 8 Black Metal | 2 Chain, 10 Fine Wood, 4 Black Metal | 4 Chain, 20 Fine Wood, 8 Black Metal |
| Crafting Station Level | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Repair Station Level | 3 | 3 | 3 |
