What to know
- Cindershelly is a Legendary energy shield manufactured by Order in Borderlands 4.
- It grants Resolve stacks on damage, each reducing damage taken by 2%, up to 25 stacks.
- When the shield breaks, it releases a nova explosion dealing increased damage based on stacks.
- Cindershelly can also talk dirty with voice lines spicy enough to make you blush.
- The shield can be obtained as a random drop from enemies, bosses, and chests in the game.
Cindershelly is a standout shield in Borderlands 4’s gear collection, cherished for its dual defensive and offensive benefits. Shield enthusiasts and survival-focused players appreciate its ability to build resilience and pack a powerful explosive punch upon breaking.
Stats and effects of Cindershelly shield
Cindershelly is an energy shield made by the Order manufacturer. It is ranked legendary rarity and uniquely rewards players with a stacking buff called Resolve every time they take damage. Each stack of Resolve reduces incoming damage by 2%, and it can stack up to 25 times, meaning a maximum damage reduction of 50%.
| Mechanic | Effect |
|---|---|
| Resolve stacking | Gain 1 stack whenever the shield takes damage. Maximum: 25 stacks. |
| Damage resistance | Each stack grants +2% damage resistance, maxing at +50%. |
| Shield break nova | On breaking, shield triggers a nova with +20% increased damage per Resolve stack. |
When the shield eventually breaks, it triggers a nova explosion that deals base damage of 7,436, which gets further amplified by 20% per stack of Resolve accumulated. This translates into a potentially devastating burst if the shield breaks with many stacks.
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How to get the Cindershelly shield
Cindershelly doesn't have a dedicated drop. Players can acquire Cindershelly primarily through random world loot drops. These drops come from enemies, bosses, and treasure chests throughout various game areas.
Notably, it has been reported to drop from the boss Callous Harbringer of Annihilating Death, found in Craven’s Nook in the Heart of the Mountain located in the Terminus Range region. Because it is a legendary item, obtaining it might require multiple farming attempts or luck during regular gameplay.
Other than that, it's also known to drop from the BackHive boss in the order bunker.
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Cindershelly: The shield with a big mouth
Cindershelly is also quite a talker. The shield is bound to surprise players with its dirty talk and a sassy attitude, spamming moaning lines every 5 seconds.
While some players get rid of it because they think its voice gets annoying, others think it fun that their shield will even yell at them for unequipping her (it?).
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by u/HZ4C from discussion
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Nevertheless, Cindershelly stands out as a strategic shield choice for players who want to bolster their defense while maintaining offensive presence. Its resolve stack mechanic encourages tactical play where taking hits strengthens resilience, and the explosive finish adds an exciting payoff. If you don't mind (or even downright like its talk) then Cindershelly is for you.
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