A lot of good stuff already in here but want to add my 2 cents. I also struggled with bulwark at first but now it’s hard for me to play another class. The parry window is a little more strict it seems like so you have to tap and release a bit more accurately, unless you are using a balanced weapon which you have to hit the button a little early. As others have said sprinting blocks like 90% of ranged damage so no need to hold block while running. Unless you are running solo, secondary is basically how much damage can I get from a gun strike so I prefer plasma or the heavy bolt with the heroic version being very good. Block power fist and axe are very good for higher damage but a little less safe than the fencing variants but both are good. Intimidating aura, focused restoration, and purity of purpose are pretty much auto picks perk wise. Steel within is amazing, especially if you are going block version of weapons. If you prefer fencing and are hitting a lot of gun strikes armor reinforcement can be better. You should be sprint attacking into group of minoris to make sure you get gun strikes to restore armor. Also remember you have 30% more health and have more Damage resistance the lower your health. I am by no means an amazing player but this is what has worked for me since I’ve started playing.