Board Thread:Dark Souls/@comment-11923066-20130220033146/@comment-6003396-20130220093125

I have tried something like it. A "Ninja" type dexterity build with just Shadow Gear, Iaito (I prefer the strong attack on this over the Uchigatana), Dark Wood Grain Ring, Hornet Ring, and Grass Crest Shield or Painting Guardian Sword/Parrying Dagger in offhand.

As for the sorceries I used Hush and Hidden Body on an as needed basis. The effects of these sorceries really shine when used at the same time. Unfortunately it's impossible to cast them both (and the duration is so short!) so I would sometimes switch out one or both of the rings for Ring of Fog and Slumbering Dragoncrest Ring. Chameleon and Aural Decoy: I played around with a little, but ultimately I found that they were a waste of time, although maybe I gave up on them a bit too soon.

For newgame+ I sometimes allowed myself a change of garb - but always below 25% weight. Also, although not exactly "stealthy", the Murakumo fully upgraded on the standard path + crystal magic weapon + power within + hornet ring = much fun.

Obviously backstabbing and riposting is your best friend with this build. If you like a fast paced style of gameplay that keeps you on your toes I think you might have a lot of fun with it.