An Uncommon Shield, item level 32, requires level 27, binds when equipped.
On Forged-Iron Shield's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 1,630 gold28 silver over the last 30 days, ranging from 1,000 gold28 silver to 1,918 gold52 silver, a wide spread for a 30-day window.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 134, requires level 68 and sells to vendors for 5g 49s 30c. In MoP Classic it is item level 134, requires level 68 and sells to vendors for 5g 49s 30c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 32 | 27 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 44g 31s 46c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 134 | 68 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 5g 49s 30c |
| MoP Classic | 134 | 68 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 5g 49s 30c |
In the Appearances collection, Forged-Iron Shield is listed as World Drop. Appearance ID: 9542. 1 other item wears the same appearance:
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name shields among their preferred weapons:
The 10 items nearest to Forged-Iron 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forged-Iron Shield (this item) | 32 | 27 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 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 |
 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 |
 Hero's Buckler | 29 | 24 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +5 Critical Strike, +12 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 | |
 Titansteel Shield Wall | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +8 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Northrend Blacksmithing | Not listed |
 Zom's Crackling Bulwark | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +7 Versatility, +13 Intellect. World Drop | Not listed |
 Northern Barrier | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +3 Versatility, +3 Critical Strike, +3 Haste, +13 Intellect. Boss Drop | Not listed |
Frozen Shield has the highest item level here (35).
Next item levels up from Forged-Iron Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Yaungol Battle Barrier (item level 38), Gul'rok Shield (item level 40), Steelforged Shield (item level 44), Steelforged Aegis (item level 44) and Sinister Combatant's Shield (item level 60).
Nearest lower item levels below Forged-Iron Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Brutish Shield (item level 26), Bloodforged Shield (item level 26), Gryphon Mail Buckler (item level 26), Troll Protector (item level 25) and Khan's Buckler (item level 25).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Forged-Iron Shield uses icon file 134991, which 9 other items also use. The 8 closest by item ID:
Riveted Shield ID 36445 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Vrykul Shield ID 36449 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Embossed Brazen Shield ID 36453 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Infiltrator's Shield ID 39874 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Cobalt Triangle Shield ID 40668 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Saronite Bulwark ID 41113 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Valiant Bulwark ID 72982 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Zealous Bulwark ID 72983 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 36446 (36441 to 36451) were usually added in the same batch as Forged-Iron Shield: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Pearl Woven Choker ID 36441 · Armor · item level 34
Silken Cord Amulet ID 36442 · Armor · item level 34
Platinum Medallion ID 36443 · Armor · item level 35
Ice Encrusted Amulet ID 36444 · Armor · item level 35Riveted Shield ID 36445 · Armor - Shield · item level 32
Kaskala Buckler ID 36447 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Spiked Targe ID 36448 · Armor - Shield · item level 32Vrykul Shield ID 36449 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Strapped Heater Shield ID 36450 · Armor - Shield · item level 33
Kamagua Shield ID 36451 · Armor - Shield · item level 33The raw ItemSparse values for item 36446 in the current client build.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files: Item, ItemSparse, Lock, Holidays, AreaTable and CollectableSourceVendor.
First-party render from the game files. Model © Blizzard Entertainment.
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