Elite Lionheart armour vs. Duriels Shell

[Striker]

But Legolas used two daggers, and they were more of a curved blade, like a sabre or a scimitar.

Kind of tough for a paladin to dual wield, no? ;)

IMO, the best thing about Duriel's Shell is the CBF mod. Like the others said, if you can find it somewhere else (like with Raven Frost or a Rhyme shield), switch to Lionheart. I prefer it because of the stat boosts, particularly the vitality and additional life boosts.

Just remember that it's a bit better to use a light elite armor. Although a Ranger isn't (hopefully) going to be doing much running, so the weight penalty shouldn't be that hurtful.