I have mixed feelings towards shields...

I've always prevented ppl from using shields in battle 1 by kicking or asking them to stop although when I think about it, shields can be quite fun. (especially for the one using it )

It puts pressure on ppl by giving the shield user invincibility and a powerful weapon and it also makes killing ppl easier. This can be pretty fun in instagib (I tested it out once ) but maybe not in duels since there is only 1 opponent which means you don't have to worry about any campers etc, etc...

Most things that I've written in this post has been written alredy so instead of showering you all with useless ideas, I'll just say my opinion.

The "bonus warp - suckertube - buttstomp spring" idea is great so instead of sulking around and put the world's most strictest taboo on shields... USE SHIELDS PUT THEM IN YOUR LEVELS!!