LOTRO is a MMORPG based in a Lord of the Rings setting.
There are some really good ideas added to the mix that make this one a lot fun to play!
You can play the game for free, check the main site for more details:
https://www.lotro.com/home
All the classes and races are fun to play, so pick something you will like!
The character creation menu will let you know which classes are basic or advanced
Class overview.
I have tried several different classes so far, and they are all excellent.
Some suit my play style more than others, but I have yet to find a class that I just don't like.
Choosing a Class, Part 1: Soloing
Choosing a Class, Part 2: Grouping
Mounts.
You can now get a mount almost immediately instead of having to get to level 20 first!
Unlike many other MMORPG games, the crafting skills can produce some of the best gear for your level in the game.
Jewelcrafting list. (incomplete)
This Hierarchy of Peril is handy for knowing how stout a nearby foe might be.
How to get to Rivendell whether you are a crafter, or running a chicken quest.
Hope Tokens when all things seem dark, you are a click away from hope.
An article about Kinship Housing