Using a greatsword I go for max possible Power/toughness/vitality in that order (depending on available points) to allow for a large, steady amount of damage, with some decent longevity behind it, because up close, I’ve got to expect to get hit. In my experience, consistent heavy damage is better than occassional, if I’m really lucky uber crits.
With a rifle I’d swap that to Power/Perception/Crit to really bump up the long range spike damage whilst ensuring you hit heavily and don’t miss very often. Longevity shouldn’t be so much of an issue, because you shouldn’t be taking so many hits; provided you keep moving.
Sorry, I know that’s one build you didn’t even ask about, but I figured it might give you some idea’s about how I build what I do and why.
