Shaman questions

[Noselacri]

2. Iksar (they end up having over 100 extra AC which makes them better than ogre despite not having the JBB)

It's not over 100 extra AC, it maxes at 42. Also, there has been strong speculation and evidence to suggest that this bonus AC was always bugged or not working optimally, being worth less than normal AC in some way. Whatever the case, it's a fairly minor amount, especially on a non-tank who doesn't benefit from it in every aspect of gameplay. I don't see how you could possibly claim that this small amount of bonus AC makes iksar better than ogre, the latter having probably the most powerful racial ability in the game, and with iksar being unable to wear a number of items, one of which is among the most valuable shaman items in the game at that time.