Lightning Shield

The Lightning Shield, also known as Thunder Shield(サンダーバリア Sandā Baria?, lit. "Thunder Barrier") and Magnetic Shield(磁力バリア Jiryoku Baria?, lit. "Magnetic Barrier"), is a large, light shield embedded with electricity. The function of the Lightning Shield is protection from a single hit, immunity to electric-type obstacles and projectiles, granting the ability to double jump. The most notable feature of this item is attracting Gold Rings to the player. The Lightning Shield first debuted in Sonic 3 & Knuckles and has reappeared in several Sonic games.