Build based on variety of hand to hand combat:
High HP for survival
High endurance for repeated punching and rolling in combat
Poise because such short range means you will inevitably take hits.
Garb + Boots because my character is female and sexy legs - feel free to change to what you like.
Levelling focus first on strength to 20 and dexterity to 14 to meet all weapon requirements, then build vitality and endurance, returning to strength once they are complete.
