The Pillar of Strength is a large stone shield in Ultima Online, exclusively usable by Gargoyle characters. As a Stygian Abyss artifact, it offers notable enhancements:

Strength Bonus: Increases the wielder's strength by 10 points.
Hit Point Increase: Adds 10 to the character's hit points.
Damage Increase: Enhances damage output by 20%.
Physical Resist: Provides a 10% boost to physical damage resistance.
Poison Resist: Grants a 1% increase in poison resistance.

The shield weighs 7 stones and requires a minimum strength of 20 to equip. Players can acquire the Pillar of Strength by defeating specific formidable adversaries, including the Devourer of Souls (Renowned), Pixie (Renowned), Slasher of Veils, and Wyvern (Renowned). Its combination of defensive and offensive attributes makes it a valuable asset for Gargoyle warriors seeking to enhance their combat capabilities.