Abstract: An armored chair for use in repelling projectiles and offering protection against physical attacks, comprising: a base member; a seat member; and a backrest member. The base member is adapted to be placed upon a supporting surface. The seat member is attached to the base portion and is adapted to support a person sitting thereon. The backrest member includes at least one panel and at least one strap member. The at least one panel is formed from a bullet-resistant material. The at least one strap member is attached to the at least one panel and adapted to be used to hold the at least one panel. The backrest member is releasably attached to the seat member and is adapted to be removed and used as a protective shield by a person upon any attack.