Hiya! New to the forums and to MapleStory!

Thanks for your heartfelt advice. I will take all of it to heart when I finally make my character.

From the advice I've been given, it seems like either a Bandit or a Brawler suits me more. Also, from what I've read, I'm going to steer clear of Assassin, because it seems like that's a major pocketsink, even more worse so than Bandit seems to be (unless of course, I get outside help from someone, but I'm not counting on it).

Brawler seems like the kind of melee fighter that gets down and dirty with his fists, so that's also a viable option.

I do have one small concern though: From what I've read, Bandits use two types of weapons: Daggers that rely on Strength, and Daggers that rely on Luck.

What are each of the stat types, and what do they affect? You guys have a knack for deciphering the game mechanics, you can tell me. Oh, and feel free to throw a bunch of math at me, it'll help in the long run.

Continuing on with my above concern, I'd like to know something: If I decide to become a Bandit, which Dagger type would favor a fresh, out-of-the-ground newbie like me?

Alright, I think I've said enough for now.

I guess after all is said and done, I'm going to choose Bellocan as my starting server. I'm probably going to take forever to come up with a name, so bear with me.

In the long run, Strength Bandits are more powerful (starting at level 120 with the high base attack the Dragon Khanjar shield comes with, although there is also a regular Khanjar at level 80). I would recommend staying Dexless until you are able to get a good Dex dagger or are able to equip a Dragon Khanjar.

You should really play on Khaini, all of the best SouthPerricans are there so if you ever need help or decide you're going to stick around here...

I didn't realize the state of Southperry was so bad.