TriNitroToluene

Garthalus wrote a Shield guide. Block ‘n Bash (A Shield/War Mace Tank Guide).

Not sure why it isn't in the guides section.

OK, thanks for the info. I appreciate the input.

I was reading the description of inky aspect and was curious about the hp cost of using it.

I can see the end. cost but not the health cost.

Is the hp loss calculated per enemy per tick? And how much hp is lost per said tick?

If you don't mind fighting one-handed, you could try Shield. You would just need to make your primary color black, for the energy shield. It would mute the visuals significantly. There would of course still be a circle around your left arm.