Dark Elf is great they get ultravision & hide (not IVU)
While leveling, get as much INT as possible. yeah I know, no brainer.
Get Clarity from EC Tunnel. Early levels will fly. Group or solo, you'll find groups.
You will need Jboots or SoW Pots when you start quading.
Skim through some of the Wizard Guides
https://wiki.project1999.com/Players:Adventure