Quote Originally Posted by Kristal View Post
Neither does PLD. Remember, these are BATTLE shields, not shields. There is no reason why H2H or Guard skill cannot be used to wield them.
Besides, if MNK or PUP can wield 'swords' or 'axes' , they can wield 'shields' in the same manner as well.
Battle Shield it's in the name. The only difference is they would equip two and hit with them, which they do with Shield Bash already.

lol, you can't call it a sword or axe simply because it is slightly pointed or rounded, also the Battle Shield goes on the wrist, not gripped in the hand.