Dune Adventures in the Imperium
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Shield
The Holtzman Shield is named for the creator of the Holtzman effect, used to create a protective field of energy around a larger area such as a castle, or in some cases a planet. Shields are a common defense for facilities and make the use of lasguns deadly for all sides engaging in the battle, due to the unpredictable interaction of the resultant explosion. A Shield can provide protection for more substantial areas, making them much harder to penetrate.
As an Asset: Shields are affordable for those of means, and always a factor when determining strategies against House operatives and soldiers. Their use on Arrakis is limited, as the vibration attracts the worms in a violent rage.
Keywords: Atomic, Impervious, Static Defense
Special: No high-velocity attack can bypass a Shield, and it requires colossal amounts of firepower to overwhelm one. Lasguns are as risky to use against emplaced shields as against personal ones.