What to do?

[tarsier]

Alright.
My first character just died.

I AM HOOKED!




My next character, I'm gonna try a different angle... maybe a crafter.
I'm a bit intimidated, though, as I've never played a crafter in any MUD...
I've always found the role a bit frightening.
Any general tips for a crafter type?
What is an easy crafter role for a beginner?

[Ammut]

I'd advocate stonecrafter, because in many cases you'll be able to find stones not too far from any city you start in and they don't cost anything.

[Marauder Moe]

Consider picking a crafting subguild for your merchant.

[Elgiva]

Also, because nobody mentioned it yet... there is a list of Helpers who might be able and are probably willing to help you with any I-Am-New questions as well.

http://www.armageddon.org/intro/helpers.php