This item is acquired in-game. See its sources below.
An Uncommon Shield, item level 32, binds when picked up.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 138 and sells to vendors for 5g 72s 61c. In MoP Classic it is item level 138 and sells to vendors for 5g 72s 61c.
| Version | Item level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 32 | Uncommon | Binds when picked up | 45g 3s 67c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 138 | Uncommon | Binds when picked up | 5g 72s 61c |
| MoP Classic | 138 | Uncommon | Binds when picked up | 5g 72s 61c |
In the Appearances collection, Arcanum Shield is listed as Quest. Appearance ID: 4723. 1 other item wears the same appearance:
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
2 quests list Arcanum Shield among their rewards in Blizzard's quest data.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files (JournalEncounterItem, JournalEncounterCreature, Achievement) and the Blizzard Game Data quest API.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name shields among their preferred weapons:
The 10 items nearest to Arcanum Shield (item level 32) in item level among Armor > Shield, Shield slot, from item level 29 to 35.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcanum Shield (this item) | 32 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +9 Critical Strike, +13 Intellect. Quest | Not listed | |
 Zangari Shield | 31 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 Outland Shield | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
| Spell-Breaker Shield | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
| Shield of the Wayward Footman | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +8 Parry, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 Telaari Shield | 30 | 24 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
| Modani War-Shield | 30 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 The Face of Doom | 30 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +2 Versatility, +4 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | Not listed |
 Frozen Shield | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 Engraved Wall | 29 | 23 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +12 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 Sacred Guardian | 29 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +12 Intellect. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | Not listed |
Frozen Shield has the highest item level here (35).
Next item levels up from Arcanum Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Blockade's Lost Shield (item level 37), Ward of the Red Widow (item level 37), Yaungol Battle Barrier (item level 38), Shardback Shield (item level 40) and Gul'rok Shield (item level 40).
Nearest lower item levels below Arcanum Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Aegis of Stormwind (item level 27), Warmonger's Buckler (item level 26), Brutish Shield (item level 26), Bloodforged Shield (item level 26) and Gryphon Mail Buckler (item level 26).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Arcanum Shield uses icon file 134953, which 21 other items also use. The 8 closest by item ID:
Emperor Shield ID 25073 · Armor - Shield · item level 30Northman's Shield ID 25072 · Armor - Shield · item level 29Farstrider's Buckler ID 23395 · Armor - Shield · item level 4Steel Rimmed Buckler ID 23365 · Armor - Shield · item level 2Warleader's Shield ID 15991 · Armor - Shield · item level 29Studded Ring Shield ID 15695 · Armor - Shield · item level 21Pillager's Shield ID 15563 · Armor - Shield · item level 21Thick Scale Shield ID 15552 · Armor - Shield · item level 21Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 35865 (35860 to 35870) were usually added in the same batch as Arcanum Shield: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Flexible Leather Footwraps ID 35860 · Armor - Leather · item level 32
Inescapable Girdle ID 35861 · Armor - Mail · item level 32
Light-Bound Chestguard ID 35862 · Armor - Plate · item level 32
Earth-Infused Leggings ID 35863 · Armor - Cloth · item level 32
Fizznik's Patented Earwarmer ID 35864 · Armor - Leather · item level 32
Master Artilleryman Boots ID 35866 · Armor - Plate · item level 32
Nimblefinger Band ID 35867 · Armor · item level 32
Grounded Pants ID 35868 · Armor - Leather · item level 32
Hex-Linked Stronghelm ID 35869 · Armor - Mail · item level 32
Stoneground Cleaver ID 35870 · Weapon - Two-Handed Axe · item level 32The raw ItemSparse values for item 35865 in the current client build.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files: Item, ItemSparse, Lock, Holidays, AreaTable and CollectableSourceVendor.
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