Iksar Warrior Questions

[Twiggz]

First time playing EQ so forgive me if any of my questions seem dumb.

Just hit 36 leveling in Highhold Keep and was looking for gear recommendations for my iksar warrior. I've met some really nice players who have given me some awesome gear which has allowed me to save up some plat. Gear is as followed.

Full banded for armor
Platinum Fire Wedding Rings
Silver Chitin Hand Wraps

Weapons are Silken Whip of Ensaring, Staff of Battle, Fist of Zek, Deadwood Stave x 2, and Green Jade Broadsword.

What should I be working towards next? Upgrading the armor seems like a good idea, but I know that iksars can't wear a decent number of items. Is the trooper scale quest worth doing or should I just look into buying better armor?

Also any thoughts on 2h vs dual wielding in regards to the weapons I have? I've been using the staff of battle for most of my leveling, but I've read that dual wielding becomes better later on.