Benedictine Shield

Shield, Rare (Requires Attunement)

The emblem emblazoned on the surface of this shield was designed and blessed by Benedict, the legendary founder of the Benedictine monastic order. The sequence of letters engraved across the surface of the emblem spell out the “Vade Retro Satana,” an ancient formula of Christian exorcism that reads:

“May the Cross be my light. May the Dragon never be my guide.
Get behind me, Satan. Do not tempt me with your vanities.
What you offer me is evil. Drink of that poison yourself.”
-Vade Retro Satana

This symbol has a long history of use in exorcisms, and is often found engraved into the walls of churches and monasteries. According to legend, no dark magic or curse has ever been able to penetrate the walls of a Benedictine monastery, which are always engraved with the Vade Retro Satana.

You gain a +1 bonus to AC when wielding this magic item. Additionally, you cannot become Cursed while your attunement to this shield lasts.

Azrael's Guide to the Apocalypse, printed page 167.