Notes from author
Keep in mind that most of my builds nowadays are designed for novelty purposes, not necessarily for PvP. This build is an homage to Dark Link.
Items I did not include (weapons mainly, but can be used) and items in which I felt were relative to the theme:
- Giant Blacksmith's Hammer +5
- Longsword +15
- Short Bow +15
- Hollow Soldier's Shield +15
- Oolacile Ivory Catalyst
- Tattered Cloth Hood +10
The 'gist of the build focuses around utilizing Dark Link's 'aggressive' playstyle to its fullest.
While the Black Knight Sword does not have the greatest moveset, it's there to add to the theme.
It was a toss-up between the Sun Straight Sword and the Silver Knight Straight Sword. Since this isn't an optimized build (ALTHOUGH) its attributes are reminiscent of a quality build, it isn't 40/40.
The decision between 20/40 over 40/20 and 30/30 is purely preference. While I don't get the maximum benefit of the BKS and BGH, I prefer using the SKSS and SB. You can modify this to your own liking.
In my opinion, using some of the tools (Short Bow, Black Firebombs and Dung Pies [for 'tr0llz]) in addition to the focus on an 'aggressive' playstyle, the build could be viable if you considered using it for PvP. If anything I would discard the Intelligence and Attunement investments for Vitality and keep it at 30/30 (or 40/40 if you were going for a SL125 variant.)
Regarding the ringsâ€â€the DWGR is solely for flare, and isn't essential for the build. Dark Link has a tendency to backflip rather than backstep, so I figured it would be more authentic using it. The RoF is a personal touch and I feel (in darker areas) the ring has some use, but can be supplemented for a different ring IF you're using Hidden Body.
That's about it for the build. Have fun with if it you decide to try it out.
