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Grappling also becomes a lot more interesting if you include the off-hand attack.

I've considered a Zingaran Noble with this setup. They get extra parry bonuses. It proved fairly effective in playtesting, but weak against some other highly specialized setups. For example, this setup is prone to being sundered and grappled, two approaches that pretty much ignore DV. I also...

Initiative = total Reflex save + Improved Initiative (if applicable)

Consider Vendhyan Soldier. Improved Unarmed Strike, Improved Grapple and Defensive Martial Arts at level 1. Focus on Strength and use your off-hand for an extra grab. You won't mow down enemies left and right, but you can take down good fighters of twice your level if you only get close. Get...

I emailed the Rulesmasters a couple of questions that the forums and FAQ had not answered. Here's the reply (from MongooseBob, unless there are more Bobs working for Mongoose): SHOT ON THE RUN GUNDERLAND PIKE-AND-SHIELD FIGHTING The Gunderland Pike-and-Shield Fighting feat described on page...