Yes, never ever forge about sharpen. Having used defensive spikes (though not in conjunction with dmg shield cloak) I would suggest you keep it on 24/7 and save entangle for maybe the 3* and definitely the 4*+ mobs only.
I would suggest that your stats will depend on your offhand, as the axe adds more str than the shield, which will determine how much you will be able to put into dex (remember to always put vit so its twice your level- which leaves you with about 380 points to play around with.
On a side note, just ask the more experienced spear rangers out there (including allpashion).
Re: Spear/Shield build - Stat help
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Napstrike- 88+ DPS Rogue- Ninja Pirates
Napol- Ranger
Morrigan
Napol- 130+ Hybrid Ranger
Napol2- 83 DPS Rogue