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Perfected Defensive Position

Trial set · exact bonuses below, straight from the game data.

data retrieved 2026-08-23 · datamined via UESP

At a glance

TypeTrial
Where to get itClockwork City, Asylum Sanctorium
Max equipped pieces2 pieces
Bonus lines2
Perfected versionYes
Slot typesWeapons(Axe, Inferno Staff, Lightning Staff, Mace, Sword)

Set bonuses

PiecesBonus (exact datamined text)
2 pc ★Adds 2-103 Stamina Recovery
2 pcWhen you reflect or absorb a spell projectile with Defensive Posture, you restore 51-2200 Magicka. If Defensive Posture expires without reflecting or absorbing a spell projectile, you restore 153-6600 Magicka instead.

Who actually runs Perfected Defensive Position?

Tracked creator guides that mention it (3)

From the creator pages we monitor — a mention, not an endorsement; dates shown.

CreatorGuideUpdated
DecimusBow Nightblade - Decimus Gaming2026-04-15
DecimusMagicka Sorcerer (Heavy Attack) - Decimus Gaming2026-03-20
DecimusStamina Warden (Brawler) - Decimus Gaming2025-12-05

What else drops here?

Other sets from Asylum Sanctorium (11)

Chaotic WhirlwindConcentrated ForceDefensive PositionDisciplined SlashPerfected Chaotic WhirlwindPerfected Concentrated ForcePerfected Disciplined SlashPerfected Piercing SprayPerfected Timeless BlessingPiercing SprayTimeless Blessing

Other sets from Clockwork City (17)

Chaotic WhirlwindConcentrated ForceDefensive PositionDisciplined SlashFortified BrassInnate AxiomLivewireMad TinkererMechanical AcuityPerfected Chaotic WhirlwindPerfected Concentrated ForcePerfected Disciplined Slash

…and 5 more.

Where & how to get it

Where to get it: Clockwork City, Asylum Sanctorium

Access: Clockwork City (DLC) — per UESP dungeon/trial/arena data; check the DLC checker.

Slots (7):

Weapons(Axe,InfernoStaff,LightningStaff,Mace,Sword)

FAQ

What does Perfected Defensive Position do?

Perfected Defensive Position is a Trial set with 2 bonus lines. At 2 pieces, its top bonus is: When you reflect or absorb a spell projectile with Defensive Posture, you restore 51-2200 Magicka. If Defensive Posture expires without reflecting or absorbing a spell projectile, you restore 153-6600 Magicka instead. See the full table above for every piece tier.

Where do you get Perfected Defensive Position?

Clockwork City, Asylum Sanctorium.

Is there a perfected version of Perfected Defensive Position?

Yes. The perfected version adds an extra bonus line (marked ★ in the table) and drops from the veteran/hard-mode source.

What slots can Perfected Defensive Position go in?

Weapons(Axe, Inferno Staff, Lightning Staff, Mace, Sword).

How many pieces do you need for the full Perfected Defensive Position bonus?

2 pieces equipped for the full set.