Notes from author
With this build I'm not just gonna tell you how to use it generally, i'm gonna explain each weapon involved and the functionality of them all and the other parts to the build.
Iaito - Katana
The Iaito is obtainable early in the game and has an excellent moveset that works well with different armours. Unlike the Uchigatana, It's more famous counterpart, the Iaito doesn't have a thrusting power attack. It makes up for this however with a swift horizontal slash with next to no recoil. This swift slash is also handy for closing distance between you and your claymore or magic wielding foe, as well as being able to stagger anyone with a fairly low poise. It also adds 30 points of bleed with every hit.
Zweihander - Ultra Greatsword
This Beast of a sword holds the record for the most powerful weapon in the game. think otherwise, think again. However It's power is still underestimated by the Spellcasters and Swordwielders out there. This weapon requires caution, Alot of it, and skill, decent skill. the Over head swing R2/RT in both one hand or two will drop all but the sturdiest of opponents to the floor LITERALLY. However it is vertically and should be used with caution. The hefty blades normal swing covers almost a full 200 degree arc around the body of the wielder, yep, wider swing than a claymore. Judging the enemies attacks and getting used to the speed of this weapon (slow) is the tactic to this badass.
Blood Shield - Medium Shield
The Blood Shield is a shield found in the painted world which offers awesome resistances to all of the status ailments. Along with only 3 weight and 100% physical resistance it shows up to be a good defensive measure. Stamina boost from the grass crest shield is made up with the mask of the child.
Sanctus - Medium Shield
The Sanctus is an average - great asset for the Melee Faith build as it offers 2 hp regeneration per second. It's not much but with a little skill in dodging, and without knowing your HP will have returned.
