DefenderWeapon (any sword), legendary (requires attunement)
Defender: legendary magic weapon, requires attunement.
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Defender
You gain a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon.
The first time you attack with the sword on each of your turns, you can transfer some or all of the sword's bonus to your Armor Class, instead of using the bonus on any attacks that turn. For example, you could reduce the bonus to your attack and damage rolls to +1 and gain a +2 bonus to AC. The adjusted bonuses remain in effect until the start of your next turn, although you must hold the sword to gain a bonus to AC from it.
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What rarity is Defender in 5e?
Defender is a legendary magic item.
Does Defender require attunement?
Yes — Defender requires attunement.
What kind of magic item is Defender?
Defender belongs to the Weapon category of magic items in the D&D 5e SRD.
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