diff --git a/code/game/objects/items/weapons/shields.dm b/code/game/objects/items/weapons/shields.dm
index 4af74333095..a3780c39b61 100644
--- a/code/game/objects/items/weapons/shields.dm
+++ b/code/game/objects/items/weapons/shields.dm
@@ -58,7 +58,7 @@
 
 /obj/item/shield/energy
 	name = "energy combat shield"
-	desc = "A handheld shield projector which reflects energy bolts but will not stop other attacks. It can be retracted, expanded, and stored anywhere."
+	desc = "A shield that reflects almost all energy projectiles, but is useless against physical attacks. It can be retracted, expanded, and stored anywhere."
 	icon_state = "eshield0" // eshield1 for expanded
 	force = 3
 	throwforce = 3