I prefer a two-handed sword! A shield (a good one whit bonus - charm (slots) or enchantment(slots) can be a good thing to have, but I like the higher damage I can do whit a two-handed sword (most of the time) ...
Dual Wielding is also nice, I sometimes go for this too smile

But I like it to "see" my hero walking/battle with a sword and shield, nice to see!

On 7th of february 2015 : I start a new adventure in the Divinity world of Original Sin,
it's a Fantastic Freaking Fabulous Funny ... it's my All Time Favorite One !