A first build.
Enough poise and some defense to not worry about most weapons to get up and use MLGS. Heavy tier weapons rely on timing of parry and riposte.
Not enough Dex to benefit from soul spears, too slow to use for new people. homing soulmass a meh alternative...
Pyromancy optional...
Thunder ring optional to buff up Lightning Defense.
Covenant optional...
Make use of your MLGS and homing soulmass together if long range. Chameleon and repair spell holders, choose what you like.
Be wary of backstabbers...