Pontiff's Ward (3.5e Equipment)

This +2 mithral heavy shield is engraved with numerous religious glyphs and epithets lining carefully forged bands that converge upon a central depiction of Pelor's symbol; a serene and benevolent face centered within a sun. Pontiff's wards are often gifted to the highest order of priests within a large kingdom. Only good-aligned clerics are able to benefit from these highly treasured shields.

A pontiff's ward bestows upon its rightful user the following benefits:


 * Feat: Extra Turning.
 * Healing Surge (Su): Expend one turning attempt as a swift action in order to maximize the next cure spell you cast.
 * Spell: searing light 3/day. Caster level 10th.

Prerequisites: CL 10th; Craft Magic Arms and Armor; searing light, shield of faith, creator must be good. Market price 28,500 gp; 14,250 gp + 1,140 XP.