Honestly, as much weaker as the delved recipes are than the vault gear, they wouldn’t be an issue.
In regards the greater topic, there is a lot to parse, but in short, many valid concerns.
But as this one understood, the vast majority of Javelins are agility.
The Lodestone doing such massive stamina damage is an issue. Are we certain it isn’t a bug?
This one would very much like to see strength based Shortswords and Katanas as well as agility sweeping spears. Is the some chicanery with illusions in regards to reach and move set, or are the two spear types not cross compatible for illusion? This one should check when they return home.
Dueling has always had issues, but they have definitely become more pronounced in recent updates. From the poke and roll meta to the mad lumber jacker, it’s been pretty extreme and mildly amusing, but also frustrating for those who give this matter gravity.