I can sort of understand the frustrations of new players, who zone into EC and can't find a single item for sale under 50-100pp. That seems like a ridiculous amount when you're literally saving every copper. The thing is, though, you really don't need much to level. Pretty much every melee class can get a Kunark weapon that is better than anything that existed in classic for under 200pp or so (the best example is Monks and the Wu's Quivering Staff. 150pp or less for a 23/28 ratio? That's just insane value). And casters don't benefit much from expensive gear anyway, beyond some basic hp/mana items. Also, if you're a new player and people see you making an honest effort instead of standing around begging, it's more than likely they will straight up GIVE you multiple items anyway. I've given away thousands of plat worth of gear and I'm definitely not alone in that regard.
So basically, the answer is to stop concerning yourself with prices in EC and just play the damned game. You will be surprised how quickly you find yourself geared if you just do three things:
1) Level
2) Have a positive attitude
3) Make friends
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