How to retain Bucker AC bonus while attacking with Offhand

[The Bald Man]

Is there a feat/class-feature that allows one to retain the Buckler AC bonus while using your offhand to attack?

[Nipin]

I am not aware of any feat or ability which allows this, but if you use a heavy steel shield there is an option which might meet your need.

If you use your heavy steel shield as your primary weapon (with a light weapon in offhand obviously) and take Improved Shield Bash then you take standard two-weapon fighting penalties and retain your shield bonus to AC.

PS - If you go this route, you might also want to plan for Shield Master in your build.

EDIT: Referenced the wrong feat. I should always double check anything before 8 am...

[ossian666]

Or just use a Light Shield as they are considered Light Weapons for the purposes of TWF.

[Cheapy]

It is a 19th level ability of the thunderstriker. Yes, that ability is just that powerful.

[Malag]

There is also Thunder and Fang combat feat but that includes specific weapons, which are earthbreaker and klar.

[The Bald Man]

Considering the whole "free hand", can you have a buckler and wield a one-handed weapon - with 2 hands and still have a free hand outside your initiative?