This is a power set that anyone can use, including characters with the Special Training origin. However, this isn’t too common, as the Shield Bearer power set is clearly meant for Captain America—in almost all of the character’s different varieties. Other characters have used similar shields, though, ranging from U.S.Agent to Taskmaster.

Those who select any power from this set get a shield to use with it. When selecting this power set, take some time to describe the shield the character uses. What shape is it? What color or colors? Does it have a design or some kind of symbol on it? If so, what do those things mean?

The shield should be iconic, something that others can use to identify the character immediately. However, it’s possible that the character isn’t entirely aware of all of the shield’s symbolism—which a crafty Narrator might be able to make use of later.

The following list of Powers represents only a few of the Powers and sets which you can find in the Core Rulebook.

Shield Bearer Powers

• Brace for Impact (Do This All Day, Rank 2)
• Do This All Day (Rank 2)
• Immovable
• Shield 1–4 (Ranks vary)
• Shield 1
• Shield Bash