Simple melee build that focuses on 2 and 4
Feel free to tweak some mods but remember these:
Do not use strength mods on [Gauss] for this build
4 scales with duration and does not scale with strength
2 scales with strength but it has diminishing returns, and no you cannot achieve 100% damage reduction without redline even at maximum strength
No need for energy nor efficiency as you only use 2 and 4 every 91.8 seconds
You can replace the gladiator mods with any of your choice, their sole purpose are the crits
Personal recommendations: [Antitoxin] or [Vitality], [Fast Deflection], [Lightning Rod], [Natural Talent], more sprint speed
[Antitoxin] > [Vitality], but you can go both if you are struggling against high level infested
[Fast Deflection] > [Redirection]
Helminth recommendations: [Firewalker], Elemental Ward (electric), Shooting Gallery, Warcry ([Eternal War])
Replace 3
Other arcane options: Aegis, Barrier, [Fury], Avenger