[SM] Leveling Build advice?

[MorboNinja]

Hey all, so I've started leveling a SM and currently rank 18, and I was wondering what build is most efficient to level via a combination of PvE, SCs, and maybe some oRvR? Currently been using 2H with str + ws, and slotted armor on all my gear, been aiming to have a couple pieces of str focus the rest having toughness/wounds/init but I've noticed my damage is subpar, and my survivability is that of a paper mache hat in a hurricane..any advice what I could do to improve and take more than a couple hits before going down, or at least hit harder than a wet noodle?

[peterthepan3]

To level? Just max out parry in RR and go 2h Khaine. With Eagle's Flight you'll be decent, and able to tank lair bosses if you so wish.

[dansari]

I would say don't worry about weapon skill as most of your damage is spirit.

[MorboNinja]

But, if I don't worry about WS, won't I gimp my parry %?

[Manatikik]

But, if I don't worry about WS, won't I gimp my parry %?

As of last night yes. But with RR parry and your 25% buff you should be fine.

You can also put points on hoeth for the heal tactics and pseudo aoe farm but it isn't the best either. Once you get to 35ish you can kill champ trolls in BC specd in khaine easily.

[Madcatmech]

going 2h prior too r40 is silly. go snb whilst putting points in hoeth tree. focus on str and parry block.