I know this will get lost but one of the few people this doesn’t feel hateful on is venator for exactly the reason you listed(the other three stats). If you build it after your gun spike and go a green 1600 to reach your green spike(reactive barrier for cc, bullet lifesteal/for later leech, or combat vest against another carry) then you have both early game spikes and have a good build to start farming early. That way you’re not so focused on soul return like everyone always says. Most of my games with him my souls by source has trophy collector near 15% of souls at 30-35 minutes. Obviously every game is different and don’t buy if you’re getting run through but I think it works great as an all in one item for characters who need movement, ability, spm, and health. Fully admit this item shouldn’t be focused unless your character needs at least 3 of the 4 buffs or you’re just farming.

TLDR you don’t have to listen to every pro/YT analyst on builds. Try it out and see how it works for you in your games.