Captain America’s star-spangled shield can stand up against the universe’s most powerful forces all thanks to vibranium. This fictional and nearly indestructible element absorbs and releases huge amounts of kinetic energy. It is also the stuff of dreams for real materials scientists.

Captain America’s primary attack is Sentinel Strike, where he’ll swing his shield as a melee weapon. If he makes contact twice, he is able to throw his shield instead, giving his main offensive move some range.