Get a set of
LARGE banded armor for the Shaman and start questing
Totemic Armor in your 20s, great set of quests and your friend will wear pieces of that armor til he gets planar or better. You can of be doing
Crafted quests as well, that will keep you busy!
Other than that play more worry less, levels are always >> gear and plat will come fast at higher levels!
Regards,
Mg