first time playing, don't know anything about the game

[Hebereke]

Hi guys!
I was really interested in EQ like 20 years ago but couldn't play it
tried some years ago the trial on the official server and really enjoyed it (I made a frog rogue)
I'm going to start here but I don't know which class and race should I make
is there any website I could check?
also I will probably want to join a guild
are there any newbie friendly guilds?

thanks!

[Swish2]

The wiki here is a good starting point, lots of good info and guides there [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

http://wiki.project1999.com

[Jerri]

Play what ever class suits your play style. For your first character you might not even like it once you get past 20 or so. It may take a while to figure out what suits you. Tank classes are always good, as are healers.

[fzzzt]

What style of play do you enjoy? E.g. healing, tanking, damage, support...what do you like doing the most in games?

[Hebereke]

Originally Posted by Swish2 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

The wiki here is a good starting point, lots of good info and guides there [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

http://wiki.project1999.com

ah yeah! I feel really dumb since I remembered that wiki just after making my post, thanks!

Originally Posted by Jerri [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Play what ever class suits your play style. For your first character you might not even like it once you get past 20 or so. It may take a while to figure out what suits you. Tank classes are always good, as are healers.

Originally Posted by fzzzt [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

What style of play do you enjoy? E.g. healing, tanking, damage, support...what do you like doing the most in games?

depends from game to game
I don't know how tanking works, how mana regen works, if you need reagents like in ultima online, etc..
I'd probably want a comfortable class to understand better the game, and then decide a class if I dislike my first choice
is rogue okay? DPS probably doesn't have much responsibilities
or maybe a shadow knight/pally since they can tank (I like tanking) and heal/use their pets

thanks guys!

[Vaildez]

I wouldn't advise melee for your first character here because it will be rough going early on.

[FatherSioux]

Originally Posted by Vaildez [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I wouldn't advise melee for your first character here because it will be rough going early on.

This is not good advice, melee here have access to over powered weapons for bottom of the barrel prices. Play any class you want, try them out. I would say most classes come more into form in the 20-30 range.

[DinoTriz2]

Originally Posted by FatherSioux [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

This is not good advice, melee here have access to over powered weapons for bottom of the barrel prices. Play any class you want, try them out. I would say most classes come more into form in the 20-30 range.

Agreed.

I even recommend Rogue to beginners because:

1) You don't have a lot of responsibilities in a group

2) Simple to play (see #1)

3) in high demand for groups

4) Hide/Sneak helps you explore zones you haven't learned yet

5) You can be a Dwarf

6) Relatively easier Epic Quest

7) You can steal (it's a selling point)

8) You can....fuck. Rogues are boring, huh?

[Lanzellot]

druid ,wiz,ench ,mage or necro cheapest gear ,easy money
that all are casters [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

[fastboy21]

It really depends on your play style. If you like to be grped or alone when playing...if you like to be a support or a more key class role.

How important is it to you to be "useful" to your friends and groups is probably the most important question someone new to playing EQ should ask. EQ isn't balanced and, while all the classes can be useful and fun to play, there are some that definitely shine in this regard.

If the mechanics of the game seem too much for you you might try one of the simpler classes first to get your bearings in the world and make some friends or join a guild.