Cover
Shields
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- They did use pavise-like shields for sieges, but they were considered to be "portable cover" rather than shields.
Source: Aliens Never Invented the Wheel -
In Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, John shields Kate several times, once by literally dragging her below him, to cover her, usually from debris.
Source: Tuck and Cover - Thus, the player is best off shooting their enemies until their shields went low, at which they should retreat a little bit away, take cover and regenerate their shields.
Source: Hit-and-Run Tactics
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