Alma Negra is a unique Sacred Rondache, a shield from Diablo II: Lord of Destruction, exclusive only to the Paladin. The shield was historically presented to Akkhan alongside the Piro Marella. Although Alma Negra does not bestow as much skill bonus as the Herald of Zakarum, it does have other bonuses that make up for it. Defensively, however, Alma Negra is just a bit lacking. It does not give any bonuses to resistances, which could be harmful in Nightmare or Hell difficulties. Similarly, its Chance to Block is lower than other shields.