for a long term char imo do not go with a 2 handed weapon. either dual wield or 1 hander and shield, because u will get more sockets to put runes and jewels. For Glad u might also check out titanium knucles--fast and do high dmg due to the bonus--% of strength dmg. otherwise sword and axe both good.
Do not invest in a specific weapon lore until u r sure what u want, and then not many pts in it. It only gives speed--a good thing , but + to speed is also available on items, and + to attack rating--which u don't need if u use combat arts.
Horses r currently not that great. Especially online.
I really like the game--it is fun to experiment with different builds.
