and once this would be implented, clerics and 1h sword fighters would have an even higher block rate, because then they could block with the shield and even with their weapon
sure, id like to see my char block as well, and yes, some hits can be blocked with any type of weapon (even if a fragile crossbow would prolly shatter) but..
..but then i would also like to see my axe, which im wielding with huge swings - to do damage to all nearby enemys that are crossing its way =)