You want to make a Druid. Doesn't need much gear, especially at low levels, and it'll be hugely useful as a mid-level alt even after you switch to the Paladin. You transfer items either by drop-transferring or by having another player (preferably someone you know and trust for obvious reasons) hand off the items. I've never played "TLP" so I can't help you there. From your first couple paragraphs it looks like you have a pretty good idea what to expect here.
That being said, if you love the Paladin, play it. That's the class I started as when P1999 first opened ten years ago. Playing as a melee on a fresh server isn't all that bad, especially if you aren't in a mad rush to level. Banded armor is available almost immediately, and if you aren't at the bleeding edge bronze will be available as well by the time you get to wanting it. Don't feel like you have to play a character you may not like instead of the one you really want.
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