save everything that drops, loot everything you kill, don't hesitate a second to take advantage of a deal that someone's offering.

whenever you buy anything, offer them 5-10% less than they want, they'll take it anyways, and whenever you sell something, ask for 5-10% more than they want. It adds up!

shadownight is 'really' not a good starter class, the XP penalty is hefty. 'definitely' don't be a troll. that is all.

Rayge I think the troll xp penalty is the same as Iksar (and both have the same regen), the main difference there is the troll can wear plate while the Iksar has innate AC (armor class).

Shadow Knights do not get spells until level 9, so you will be able learn the basics prior to having spells.

He will have nothing to compare leveling speed with...I don't see a problem with going with an Iksar or a Troll.

Just play whatever class/race combo you want because there's no problem with you making another character and enjoying the journey once again. Race choice isn't as terribly important as you might think, about 95% of it is just cosmetic.

Iksar Sk's do look nice though and the extra AC from the race will make up for not having access to some plate out there.

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lets not forget the iksar 2h slash animation looks like an old man swinging a golf club at the ground

But Iksar get to do this! =)

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I would say iksar just because I think you'll get better grouping chances. If you don't group you don't get the real feel of eq and you might also get frustrated at lack of progess and quit.