Zaran
Adventurer
Yep, I missed Riposte. I'm not planning on having it early (ever?) because of parry. In general, I'd prefer to block X damage done to me than do X damage. And as a dex-based fighter the numbers are the same (baring magic items). But it should certainly go on the list as it's better than a number of other options. For me, it's probably down with disarming attack...
Because my AC is pretty high, I don't use Parry that often. I do use Riposte a lot especially when I'm fighting multiple foes. That way I have an extra attack every round. Taking a hit or two isn't bad when I can do Second Wind. My dual wielder (Level 4) has Riposte, Parry, Feinting Attack, and Evasive Footwork. I haven't used Evasive Footwork yet. I do use Feinting Attack when I have disadvantage vs a foe. The advantage from the Feint and the disadvantage cancel and it's a regular attack. I've used Parry some and Riposte quite often.