In order to make this work, you will need a few main things to make it shine.
The important things to work on to make it work are: Dodge/Block, whichever you prefer.
Stiff Blow, and Attack Bonus.
Those two are HUGE factors to get all of your moves that cause bleeding. Stamina/Lightness. You need to be able to keep attacking, and attacking hard, so this is highly needed. Initiative, and Frenzied Urge. Those two give you the ability to constantly attack, and help keep your opponent from stopping your attacks. DDI is the final thing to work with. Whenever you have spare Strength Points, put them there. Lastly, never ignore Rage. Your Adrenaline Gain helps you hit finishers. On any class you should work it up to around a max of 25 down the road.