Guardian

Living Bulwark

Tank / Melee

Heir to the ancient ramparts, the Guardian is the wall between his team and defeat. He steps in to protect the frailest, absorbs damage and deploys barriers capable of saving an entire group. Pick him if you want to be the team's pillar, the one who steps forward first and refuses to fall.

Identity

Pure tank protector + shields + team mitigation

Signature Skill

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Heir to the ancient ramparts, the Guardian is the wall between his team and defeat. He steps in to protect the frailest, absorbs damage and deploys barriers capable of saving an entire group. Pick him if you want to be the team's pillar, the one who steps forward first and refuses to fall.

Lore

Heirs of ancient bulwarks, Guardians are the last wall between the Rifts and the civilized world. They take the hit so others don't have to.

Subclass Skills (5)

Protect Ally

Single Target2020s

The Guardian stands between an ally and harm. Their shield absorbs blows, intercepts incoming strikes and drives off the affliction gnawing at their charge.

Iron Stance

Single Target2536s

The Guardian becomes an immovable fortress, trading speed for absolute defense. A shield envelops him and activates Iron Stance.

Barrier

Ring 1 Center2624s

The Guardian projects his will into a protective wall that envelops the target and every ally pressed around them.

Shield Crush

Single Target1816s

The Guardian turns his shield against the enemy, transforming defense into a weapon. The blow breaks the foe's momentum and weakens their swing.

Aegis of the Realm

All Targets4050s

The Guardian raises his shield and an ancient light envelops the entire team, raising a living rampart between his kin and death.