An Uncommon Shield, item level 34, requires level 29, binds when equipped.
On Icy Kite Shield's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 2,274 gold24 silver across its tracked history (Sep 2022 to Jun 2026), ranging from 176 gold63 silver to 25,186 gold10 silver. About 7 were available in the latest snapshot.
The current lowest price is 231% above typical, against a All-Time typical of 2,274 gold24 silver.
First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 174, requires level 78 and sells to vendors for 6g 74s 88c. In MoP Classic it is item level 174, requires level 78 and sells to vendors for 6g 74s 88c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 34 | 29 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 43g 59s 57c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 174 | 78 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 6g 74s 88c |
| MoP Classic | 174 | 78 | Uncommon | Binds when equipped | 6g 74s 88c |
In the Appearances collection, Icy Kite Shield is listed as World Drop. Appearance ID: 9552. 2 other items wear 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 Icy Kite Shield (item level 34) in item level among Armor > Shield, Shield slot, from item level 31 to 37.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Icy Kite Shield (this item) | 34 | 29 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 290 gold on 28 realms |
| Frozen Shield | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 35 gold on 45 realms |
 Titansteel Shield Wall | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +8 Dodge, +13 Intellect. Crafted with Northrend Blacksmithing | 2,444 gold on 70 realms |
 Zom's Crackling Bulwark | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +7 Versatility, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 5,277 gold on 52 realms |
 Northern Barrier | 35 | 30 | +4 Strength, +7 Stamina, +3 Versatility, +3 Critical Strike, +3 Haste, +13 Intellect. Boss Drop | 33 gold on 45 realms |
 Crystal Pulse Shield | 32 | 27 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +5 Versatility, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 712 gold on 46 realms |
 Zangari Shield | 31 | 25 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 146 gold on 46 realms |
 Outland Shield | 31 | 26 | +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +13 Intellect. World Drop | 102 gold on 47 realms |
 Elementium Earthguard | 37 | 32 | +5 Strength, +7 Stamina, +5 Mastery, +5 Critical Strike, +14 Intellect. Crafted with Cataclysm Blacksmithing | 3,649 gold on 58 realms |
 Elementium Stormshield | 37 | 32 | +5 Strength, +7 Stamina, +5 Haste, +5 Versatility, +14 Intellect. Crafted with Cataclysm Blacksmithing | 3,649 gold on 63 realms |
 Blockade's Lost Shield | 37 | 32 | +5 Strength, +7 Stamina, +4 Parry, +5 Mastery, +14 Intellect. Vendor | 1,000 gold on 53 realms |
Elementium Earthguard has the highest item level here (37). The lowest listed price among them is Northern Barrier at 33 gold in the US Auction House.
Next item levels up from Icy Kite Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Shardback Shield (item level 40), Gul'rok Shield (item level 40), Steelforged Shield (item level 44), Steelforged Aegis (item level 44) and Stormsteel Shield (item level 59).
Nearest lower item levels below Icy Kite Shield among Armor > Shield, Shield slot: Stygian Shield (item level 29), Ebonhold Buckler (item level 28), Alabaster Shield (item level 28), Ornate Shield (item level 28) and Templar Shield (item level 28).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Icy Kite Shield uses icon file 134990, which 6 other items also use. The 6 closest by item ID:
Frozen Shield ID 36458 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Strapped Heater Shield ID 36450 · Armor - Shield · item level 33Saronite Defender ID 40670 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Saronite Protector ID 41117 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Zealous Shield ID 72984 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Stormbinder Shield ID 73004 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 36456 (36451 to 36461) were usually added in the same batch as Icy Kite Shield: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Kamagua Shield ID 36451 · Armor - Shield · item level 33
Spoke Shield ID 36452 · Armor - Shield · item level 33
Embossed Brazen Shield ID 36453 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Domed Buckler ID 36454 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Plated Bulwark ID 36455 · Armor - Shield · item level 34Ivory Shield ID 36457 · Armor - Shield · item level 35Frozen Shield ID 36458 · Armor - Shield · item level 35
Icy Orb ID 36459 · Armor · item level 32
Northern Star ID 36460 · Armor · item level 32
Demon-Skull Orb ID 36461 · Armor · item level 32The raw ItemSparse values for item 36456 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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