Originally posted by Lucidess:

I think it depends on your current max hp and stamina level too, but even then the Shield should still be doing most of the work.. It's possible to parry a Brute with a Club with no Block skill, it's madness I tell you.

It does but I tested both with full stam and HP.

I really don't like the new mechanic where your HP decides your blocking more than stamina.