This is what I love about Dark Souls, pretty much any weapon is viable. I was surprised how far the starting mace carried me for example, it's a very good weapon.
The morning star? Or the homunculus BAEd one? I got an alt with which I use the morningstar, im at iron keep with it atm its a cool weapon and pretty good, just got to remind yourself of the incredibly low reach.
And yeah, tgough I do keep a one hander next to my Greatsword though, as UGS' are too lame with shield imo for boss fights. But that is not because its necessary, just more convenient
yeah I did get the requirement so I could use, but bastard sword inexplicably more damage - better speed, less stam drain. so now I got that upgraded and dont regret it so far, I used a bastard sword on my first ds1 playthrough aswell. great 2h damage for bosses and good with shield too.
Yeah I used the bastard sword for my first char aswell! (Which is fairly understandable as its practicly the first GS you get
) but especially the bastard sword can practicly carry you through the entire game. atleast, i havent had the situation yet where it was clearly underpowered..