User blog comment:Volknur/The Problem with PvP in Dark Souls/@comment-1589281-20130708132347/@comment-1852943-20130708172030

Technically, the game does permit sword vs sword fights, in that you may choose to equip a second weapon in your off hand. It's challenging to learn how to parry & riposte I suck at it), even more so in PvP, but it is available. Additionally, dual wielding can look pretty badass with the right weapon combination.