AE Resist Shield

 is an ability available to Heavy Assaults of the New Conglomerate. It is unlocked and upgraded using Campaign Standing on any character participating in the Distant Shores campaign.

When activated, the AE Resist Shield creates a field of nanites in the listed radius around the user reducing damage taken by all affected allied non-MAX infantry, including the user, by 25%. The field last up to between 6.25 and 9.6 seconds, based on the rank of the ability.

Affected allies will have a shimmering faction-colored shield effect applied to their character while enjoying the abilities' benefits.

To activate this ability, press the Use Ability hotkey ( by default).

Certifications
"Generates a decaying shield of nanites 7 meters around the soldier that mitigates 25% damage to nearby allies. Damage taken does not cause this shield to drain more quickly. Expires at the end of the Campaign. "

History

 * November 17, 2021 Update (The Nine-Year Anniversary of PlanetSide 2)
 * Added to the game.
 * November 18, 2021 Hotfix
 * No longer shields non-infantry targets.
 * Updated the ability icon.
 * Now lasts for 6.25/7.2/8/8.8/9.6 seconds.
 * Area of effect has been reduced by one meter at all ranks.
 * April 1, 2022
 * No longer usable on PC with the end of the Distant Shores campaign.