Shields testing project

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[quote author=Swadius link=topic=48247.msg244634#msg244634 date=1444241544]
You know, if you can find the damage algorithms for shields, I could just make a small program that calculates roughly how many strikes are needed.

I think wacking it with an axe sounds easier lol
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Just that, should we know the algorithm it could simply be calculated and everyone would know best. The trouble is I have no idea how to get the algorith... If anyone knows plz get in touch.

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[quote author=Madjosh link=topic=48247.msg244603#msg244603 date=1444215428]
this would be almost impossible to do, if I recall correctly, shield mechanics in warband let alone NI are some of the most difficult to comprehend. For example, the bonus against shield modifier changes the equation in which shield resistance works quite drastically meaning shields with higher hitpoints would outlast shields with higher resistance. pierce damage also affects shields in an unusual way. if you really want to bang on an RG's shields for hours on end then hats off to you. But the results would likely not show a honest and decisive victor. As a logical rule of thumb, one would think shield stats have been balanced in a way that the smaller the shield, the tougher it is, the larger the shield the weaker.

also, someone did go to the time and effort to create a somewhat comprehensive shield stat chart a while ago. i can not be bothered digging for it however, and it is no doubt outdated as per the latest shield stat changes.