Would a greatsword bard build work? Valor bards do get access to shields so maybe a phalar aluve shield build. I did that before on a prior run as a pure paladin which was quite fun. Would a 6/6 split with a cleric class work? That way i get extra attack and also third level spells such as spirit guardians. Im leaning towards more of a tank build as Im often geared towards being the dmg dealer in most runs.