When it comes to small shields, the Buckler is considered the best for its amazing Buckler Parry skill. However, given the vast variety of possible builds and weapons in Elden Ring, shields can do more than just parry. For example, the Coil Shield comes with a unique weapon skill called Viper Bite, which lunges a snake at the target and inflicts them with deadly poison. As poison isn’t exactly a strong status effect, the Coil Shield doesn’t see much use. Players who are looking for a shield with a powerful status build effect will love using the Shield of the Guilty.