Back Shield

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Back Shield
File:BackShieldWiiU.png The Back Shield as seen in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.
Universe	Kid Icarus
Appears in	SSB4
Item class	Defending
Article on Icaruspedia	Back Shield

The Back Shield (バックシールド, Bakkushīrudo) is a unique item introduced in Super Smash Bros. 4. As the name would suggest, the item protects the fighter's rear from harm. It is unknown how long the shield remains active, and what extent of abuse it can take before breaking.

Origin

The Back Shield originated as an item in Kid Icarus: Uprising. It was used to protect Pit from enemy attack from behind and it rotated with Pit to always be behind him. In Super Smash Bros. 4, this is true; however, not much is known as to how much it protects the player.

Gallery

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  The Back Shield protecting Toon Link from Sonic in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.

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  A drawing of the Back Shield as it appears in Kid Icarus: Uprising.