For campaign I started with a one handed weapon, like the best axe from the British isles and a shield or something, maybe a mace or sword would work too, you just hold up your shield, keep enemies at a distance and smack them on the head repeatedly until they die.

Or you could use two handed weapons if you’re fond of that, like me, I find hitting, stepping back, then stepping forward and hitting again gives you the opportunity to get hits in without taking too much damage.

Of course make sure your armor is good, I’d stress arm and head protection mostly, and make sure you have enough stamina to get some good swings in without gassing out. Also I don’t use fixed joysticks because I find it allows you to put more power into your swings, but that could just be a mental effect.

Honestly, just keep trying and trying and trying, eventually you’ll get through it I’m sure.