Mad Warrior

 is an enemy in Dark Souls II.

Strategies
His blades deal bleeding damage, avoiding them is advised.
 * Roll passed his swings. Backstab him and repeat until victory.
 * Using a weapon with high poise damage can easily staggerlock him, even when out of stamina, after swinging, you will still have enough time to back off, repeating this is an easy way to beat him with no trouble.
 * He often backs up, and uses ranged attacks, avoid this by rolling.

Drops

 * Mad Warrior Mask
 * Mad Warrior Armor
 * Mad Warrior Gauntlets
 * Mad Warrior Leggings
 * Berserker Blade (weapon, Katana)