[simple1one]

I feel like I see other tanks out-dpsing me and generally holding aggro better, so looking for some tips on gear or strategy. Non-twink and first character on server, not raiding at this time.

I have about 3k to spend, but enjoy questing for good rewards as well.

Right now, I am wearing:

Diamondine Earring (x2)
Crested Helm
Sarnak-Hide Mask
Crafted Breastplate
Crafted Vambraces
Straw Spun Belt (needs an upgrade)
Crafted Bracers (x2)
Crafted Greaves
Cobalt Gauntlets
Golden Opal Amulet (yeah, this could be upgraded I know)
Werewolf Hide Cloak
Crested Spaulders
Cobalt Boots
Platinum Fire Wedding Band (x2)

For weapons I have to choose from:
1H:
Acid Etched War Blade (Ykesha proc)
Green Jade Broadsword
Beetle stinger (Steal strength proc)
Lamentation
Kunzar Ku'jach (Engulfing darkness proc)

2H:
Firerune Brand

Range:
Runed Oak Bow

Thinking about buying Staff of Battle (if I can ever afford it) or Shimmering Partisan (for off hand).

I know aggro is best held by procs, so thinking about trying the Acid Etched Warblade and Kunzar Ku'jach (left this one in the bank until I dinged 40, which just happened).

Stats (with armor, unbuffed):
STR 179
STA 170
DEX 72

Read the warrior guide on the wiki, going with AC over stat bonuses as much as possible, but can change that if needed, such as wearing those 2 cobalt pieces even though I can't use buffs from them for a few levels instead of crafted.

I'm only seeing 20-30 damage per hit of weaps, is this good/normal? What gear could I buy on my budget to make this better (keeping in mind non-twink, current non-raider)? Or should I just be happy with what I have for now?