Notes from author
This is my main build that I use. The point is to pretty much be great with all Dex weapons that you want or need to be great with. I often times switch out the Iaito with a Scythe, Great Scythe, Shotel, or anything that weighs 5.0 or less when the situation calls for it. Really just use whatever weapon you like. The Dark Silver Tracer I change out for a Black Bow of Pharis or a Chaos Dagger. you can also drop the second right-hand weapon to utilize the Chaos Blade, Flamberge, or any other 6 pound weapon if you want as well. The Balder Shield is for stability and weight. It let's me turtle when I absolutely need to plus I've always liked the way it looked. The Pyromancy Glove is in the off-hand as well because I usually use the Dark Silver Tracer for backstabs/ripostes, but having the glove is great for variety (especially with the 45 Dex). The armor is for Style Souls mostly but the higher magic resistance has given me a little bit more breathing room against the ever-prevalent casters you run into just in case you miss the timing on a roll or get a little bit of lag. Overall, with the high health, average defenses, solid poise, and versatility I often find myself outlasting my opponent through trades even if I mess up a little bit (which I am prone to do). Plus the occasional parry with a Dark Silver Tracer can turn the tide quickly in your favor when it happens.
