UO Parrying Skill Guide
Parrying increases your chance to block attacks when using a shield or (with Bushido) a two-handed weapon. It is vital for defensive builds and works best when combined with high Dexterity and defensive skills.
Parrying is a defense skill in Ultima Online, rated as Easy difficulty to train. This guide walks you through everything you need to raise Parrying from 0 to grandmaster, including the most efficient training methods, the targets and items to use at each skill range, and the gains you can expect along the way. Whether you are building your first character or optimizing a finished template, the breakdown below will help you train Parrying as quickly and cheaply as possible.
Below you will find an overview of what Parrying does, a step-by-step training guide, recommended skill ranges, any bonuses Parrying provides, and the templates that pair well with it. If you would rather skip the grind, UO King can deliver a ready-made character or the gear you need to support a Parrying build on your shard.
Parrying gains occur when you are attacked while holding a shield or two-handed weapon (with Bushido).
| Skill Range | Training Method |
|---|---|
| 0.0 – 30.0 | Train from Fighter NPC |
| 30.0 – 70.0 | Spar with a low-damage monster (skeletons, mongbats) |
| 70.0 – 100.0 | Spar against higher-damage monsters (trolls, ettins) |
| 100.0 – 120.0 | Farm endgame mobs while actively parrying attacks |