shaiya Gold

Another thing I feel I must mention; for those pushing for speed, compared to defense, speed is nothing. Sure it's a nice fall back if you've got no Shaiya gold defense stuff, but GET SOME DEFENSE STUFF especially if you're intending to PvP!

Most definitely against melee classes since I doubt you'll fight too many nukers aside from during war. Also try and find some stuff that raises your attack rating.

The CK rating of course, Defense trinkets, strength relics and accessories, and defense clothing and epithets are also a good way to raise your defense.

If you really want to focus on your defense and go all out on it, I recommend choosing to play an Armoured Bandit, due to the Basic Bandit Protection and the clan relic, and choosing the defense clothing articles as mentioned above. Here are some examples of a few items that raise defense or strength.

Buffs: Yep, have a hybrid or a healer buff you, Easiest way.

Blood Gold Trinket: This adds 200 defense, Great source.

Wan Days Thunder Bracers: These are his Golden Blossom level bracers. These raise your defense by 157, as well as your VE by 250, and your CK attack rating by 150, Lots of goodies.