Race means absolutely nothing late game, but prior to... let's say 30, race does have an effect. Three cheers for the troll monk! I chose half elf because I just prefer that look. Also, you can expect to get between 65% - 80% unbuffed avoidance, all the way from lvl 20 - 50. Agility does affect it largely, but isnce it IS a percent, the large jumps aren't as noticable.
1) Said in previous posts.
2) Before you get Dragon's Stance, always use your defensive buff to solo, since the offensive buff blows wang. Once you get Dragon's Stance, use that when soloing. It is a direct increase to your offensive skills and well worth it. I found a Master 1 Dragon's Stance 3 days after getting the skill, nothing beats it mwahahaha.
3) To be completely and totally honest, choose whatever race you think looks pimpest. I know a lvl 50 Ratonga Monk, has around 160 stamina unbuffed. Late game, race is null.
By the way, anyone who thinks we suck at tanking (I just wanna rub this in), I tanked last night in a trio fighting white ^^'s. Guess what, still averaging 120 DPS with my defensive buffs up and the priest was barely using any power. Was 40 Mystic, 38 Swashie, and me (42 Monk). Just think about the sheer awesomeness.
Just remember, enjoy your monk while you can. We are so overpowered, we will get thwacked by that nerf bat one day. =D
Edited, Tue Apr 26 21:16:29 2005 by KeelJoo