Try a scavenger build! Use your armor of choice, but start off with a really cheap weapon. Then pick up whatever weapons tickle your fancy or try weapons you haven't tried before. Good way to get a feel for more dedicated builds for future generations.
Str 18
Agi 18
2 skills to Stats
1 IF
6 PS
5 SHD
6 ATH
5 RID
6 WM
100 1h, 100 2h, 100 pole. Change wherever.
Feel free to mix up the riding shield and iron flesh to your liking. I like 5 riding because you can ride most horses. I'd usually only bother with 4 shield, but if you're picking shields up they're likely damaged and could use that little boost.