Strength builds are really becoming popular on these forums (at least among the experienced members), aren't they? I've seen a ton of builds posted over the last few weeks, and judging by the threads going on, a lot of newer players are interested in learning the ways of crushing opponents with big heavy weapons. As a long-time closet Str weapon user, I feel I have to contribute, though with a twist: This build is a Butcher Knife build. That's right, it might only do as much damage as a katana but who cares? After all, "I hack up my victims like pieces of meat..."
http://mugenmonkey.com/darksouls/?c=1813297003726732
To use the bigger Str weapons I'll either put on havels ring, or just stack some more armor and midroll. Also, who knew the Pickaxe had such great damage at 40 Str? It's as strong as the Butcher Knife, light, and does thrust damage. I'll also use the MSGS, it's as light as the Butcher knife so I don't have to change anything. My UGS will be the trusty DGM, and I'll use the Dragon Tooth if I feel that my opponents need to get hammered. One final note: This toon will be female so the Tattered Cloth Robe won't look like crap. I also know the poise isn't optimized for weight, but I care more about looks anyway and I still managed to get it to fast roll, so win-win.
http://mugenmonkey.com/darksouls/?c=1813297003726732
To use the bigger Str weapons I'll either put on havels ring, or just stack some more armor and midroll. Also, who knew the Pickaxe had such great damage at 40 Str? It's as strong as the Butcher Knife, light, and does thrust damage. I'll also use the MSGS, it's as light as the Butcher knife so I don't have to change anything. My UGS will be the trusty DGM, and I'll use the Dragon Tooth if I feel that my opponents need to get hammered. One final note: This toon will be female so the Tattered Cloth Robe won't look like crap. I also know the poise isn't optimized for weight, but I care more about looks anyway and I still managed to get it to fast roll, so win-win.