only Hoplite skills require spear
But the critical and block stance does.
Re-did build, focusing on swordman buffs and going full rodelero with damage and CC http://www.tosbase.com/tools/skill-simulator/build/f5e5r3mj94/
I’m going with this build too, but I’m thinking more about utility with decent (but not great) DPS.
That’s the idea, wearing a shield should also be good for extra defense.