09-27-2003, 11:58 AM
See, you've somewhat answered your own objection: if a barb has enough life, damage and resists (of all kinds), he can definitely go without a shield. For instance, I went for a titan barb (100 vit base, min needed to use a GF or BK set with items, and everything else into strength), and with maxxed BO, WM, and WW, he works out just fine. With his damage and high leech, there's very little that can bring him down.
Also, I believe that if a two-handed sword has a range of 3, it's shortened to 2 or so when held with one hand.
But yes, in the end, it's all up to the player's taste.
Also, I believe that if a two-handed sword has a range of 3, it's shortened to 2 or so when held with one hand.
But yes, in the end, it's all up to the player's taste.