As a SCH main, the noct shields feel like such a slap in the face.

I still like the idea of AST having a regen and a shield stance, but not like this.
WHM was build around large heals and regens, but Diurnal AST now outshines them.
SCH was build around utility and shields, but Nocturnal AST now outshines them.

Maybe I am being a special snowflake, maybe I am being petty, but it still feels like I am getting slapped in the face.