Hello P99 community! New player joining

[Timallen]

Hello everyone! I'm new when it comes to Everquest. I have some knowledge, but I figure most experience I get will be once I sink my teeth into the game. I know race/class combination is important, along with knowing how to play your class. Would a Dark Elf Shadowknight be sufficient? I don't need the BEST, i just want to play my favorite race as a Dark Elf since wizards really arent my top choice. Also, I'm going to assume that SKs are more of a tank role. I know soloing in this game can be a pain depending on your character. In the game I know they do not have any maps, are you able to download maps or do you have to use the Internet to look at maps? I'm looking forward to playing on P99!