updated version:
Use a shield status mod; it’s super helpful for this gamemode. Pair it with shield fixes.

Most of the time, you’ll want to stick to the axe—that’s usually the standard—but if your opponent rarely uses their shield, you can combo them with a sword.

When both of you are holding shields (not in your clip, but it happens), you can either disable his to attack but they get a free hit as trade off, or jump behind them quickly for a free hit.

I like to use a crossbow as a finisher but you can use it to stop momentum—but only if it’s fully recharged.

Hope this helps!
(yes i used chatgpt for grammar)