Notes from author
Basic Paladin Build. Primarily a Strength / Faith build with some points in Dexterity to use BLack Bow of Pharis +5 (lightning) and a variable investment Attunement for spell slots.
Highly sub-optimal for use as a basic stat build guide on my first playthrough and possibly into NG+1.
Focuses on Healing and Damage Miracles in order to provide a forgiving playstyle in which to learn and grow.
Upgrade to Blacksmith's Hammer +10 (Divine), Giant BLacksmith's Hammer +5 (Lightning) and Hammer of Vamos +5 (Fire) Further Upgrade Strength, Vitality and Endurance as needed for Better Armor and more damage. Minimum 5 Spell Slots (19 Attunement) for Heal, Great Heal, Lightning Spear, Great Lightning Spear and Sunlight Blade.
As far as consumables I have slotted items to cure Bleed, Poison, Toxin and Curse but will change out to suit different situations Transient Curse, Bombs and Throwing Knives all have their places to shine.