hey @SquirrelLilly::Zu, Alice told me that you could provide some tips on dark souls 2 stuff, yeah?
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@Felthry What do you need?

@SquirrelLilly just wondering about how badly i've fucked up this build and what would be good weapons to use! if you're willing to give it a look
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@Felthry Sure. What combat style are you using? DS2 has much more freedom with builds than the other two since secondary stat growth is much more generous.

@SquirrelLilly we like having a mix of thrust and slash attacks, and reasonably fast but doesn't have to be super fast
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@Felthry You're in luck then that DS2 has very responsive controls, unlike the other two games. Give me a screenshot of your stat menu? I'm going to guess something like a Broadsword and metal shield combo would suit your preference.

@Felthry Overhead swings generally serve the same purpose as stabs, with better stun but with the disadvantage of dropping your shield. You might try something VERY light like a dagger or rapier, which often have stabs, horizontal and vertical slashes, and are very fast, at the cost of stunning power.
Your actual weapon doesn't matter nearly as much as how you approach combat though.