Starting Bard Gear

[Metalord]

So I just rolled a new HEF Agnostic Bard, and I'm wondering what type of gear I should get with around 5-10k. I have a Glowing Black Sword and Breath of Harmony as weapons donated from my main. Also have Mistmoore Drums and Lute of the Gypsy Princess, just need help filling in the blanks with best bang for buck.

[Troxx]

Mystic Koada'Dal set (full including non visible) will run you about 6k.

Partial set of the above
2 hp/AC rings
FBSS haste
Runed bone fork range
Neck cape of midnight mist

Should be able to get the above for less than 10k. Beyond that gear - whatever inexpensive stuff you can to fill off spots. That gear set will last you until 60. It'll provide you with more than enough AC to tank and has a lot of the right stats for the class.

Mask I'd save your money and just get the dark elf illusion mask once you can camp it.
Ears I'd save for black sapphire electrum earrings.

[Metalord]

Thanks Troxx, your help has been greatly appreciated!