Shieldmaking

Shieldmaking is a tech from the Bronze Age which introduces the art of constructing defensive arms. Made of hewn wood planks butted together with animal hide or iron, shields are used to intercept specific attacks, whether from close-ranged weaponry or projectiles such as sling-stones or arrows.

Required for

 * Round Shield
 * Oval Shield

Predecessor tech(s)

 * Swordmaking

Successor tech(s)

 * Composite Archery