Starting Gear

[Expediency]

Barb starting city is widely regarded as one of the worst places to start. War can get out immediately and train elsewhere. Shaman is a little more trouble since you have to get spells every few levels.

Easiest, classic ways to make money: sell crushbone belts/pads or bone chips.

You will find very cheap gear all over the place you just have to keep your eyes open. Lots of times people will just hand you low level items if you are brand new.