Zardnaar
Legend
I am talking about the new Shield Master, not the old one. I don't think it got nerfed, I think it is actually better now because it does not use a Bonus Action (and gives a +1 strength).
If you consider Topple, this lets you do essentially the same thing once a turn on a strength save instead of a Constitution save, while using any mastery with the weapon you hit with (or try again if he saves against Topple). Also you can alternatively push him back 5 feet which is great when combined with topple - now he is toppled and prone 5 feet away from you giving you the option to move without an AOO.
If you are dedicated to being a sword and board fighter, this is the best feat to take IMO.
Hmmn maybe. Tgat and Sentinel I liked the old one.