Shield Proficiency

Special: All base classes except monks, rogues, sorcerers, swashbucklers,  warlocks, and wizards have this feat for free. The prestige classes arcane archer, blackguard, dwarven defender, warpriest all receive this feat. 
==DnD 3.5 comparison==
A character could equip a shield without the proper proficiency, but suffered penalties to all skills involving movement and attack rolls
==External links==
*NWNWiki:Shield Proficiency
Category:Proficiency Feats