Return of Reckoning

So I've always been a fan of playing melee characters and typically enjoy a bruiser playstyle. I've looked at the kotbs and just don't enjoy the aura twisting playstyle
Was thinking about trying out maybe like a 2h IB or SM. Something that has some innate bulk but isnt pure tank. Any thoughts on how these two classes perform in the non pure tank variant?

2H IB is a very good asset to any team. You can put out the hurt, have access to a KD - all the while being able to take a beating.

2H SM is the selfish variant; not offering much else to the team, but still being able to dish out the hurt. I think SM does more damage (especially once you gain access to Ether Dance), but the IB has more use, benefits the team more, and is a bit tougher.

Personally? I would recommend the SM. The server is swarming with Durin wannabes, and I rarely see any SM

Tank? Shield. Always shield, unless someone can compensate your actions with extra heals.