How about some real defense for DnD Next?
Tower shield
Cost: 50gp
+4 AC
40lbs
This shield is as tall as your average ork. You gain a -1 penalty to all attacks while using a tower shield due to its bulk. However, when you talk a full defense action, all enemies that are on that are attacking ahead of you may not target you as you benefit from full cover. Enemies that attack from the sides only gain disadvantage.
Thoughts?
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