Talk:Warrior/@comment-137.104.229.189-20141116213900/@comment-24458380-20141117050205

That's a very broad question you've posed, so let's try to narrow the parameters of your inquiry. The Warrior vocation can be a lot of fun to play, but it has inherent difficulties which must be overcome. I personally feel that Warriors have the most difficulty on Bitterblack Isle.

First, let's discuss augments. As a Warrior, I ALWAYS equip Clout, Vehemence, Eminence and Ferocity. The other 2 slots are Attunment and Acuity if I'm using an Enchanted Weapon like Rooted Gloom or Dwells-In-Light. Otherwise fill the other 2 slots with whatever you like (perhaps Predation, Athleticism, or Sanctuary). The Eminence and Ferocity augments will make your jumping light attacks 40% stronger (!), on top of the Clout and Vehemence strength bonuses.

Second, skills. I personally like Pommel Bash (can quickly stagger enemies when used repeatedly), Corona Slash/Ecliptic Slash (an effective wide swinging arc that takes even Living Armor off their feet), and Indomitable Lunge/Calamitous Lunge (very effective against downed Dragons and other foes). Many of the other skills simply take WAAAY too long to execute, and a stationary Arisen is a DEAD Arisen. Whatever skills you choose, make sure you PRACTICE using them in the outdoors so you understand their range and limitations.

Third, pawns. You're gonna need complimentary pawns to compensate for your lack of range. At your current level 65, I'd hire 2 Rangers and a Mage (to heal you).

Fourth, weapons. I carry at least 4 different (Goldforged) longswords as a Warrior so I can adapt to different enemies. Bring your strongest physical weapon (like the Flamberge or Bitter End), a Golden Weapon (like the Gryphic Gold, to inflict Silence on spellcasters), a Rusted Longsword (to inflict Torpor on large enemies), and a permanently enchanted longsword (like Boltbringer or Dwells in Light, to fight Wraiths and Living Armor).

Karathrax gave me an Angel's Fist earlier today, and I've already bonked Daimon (first form) over the head with it. A LOT. Warriors MUST climb Daimon's second form to beat him, so be sure to equip Adhesion and Arm Strength before you fight Daimon.

Good luck !