im not sure if this is the right place to post, but uhm my friend is having some trouble getting started! help him! im kind of scattered on where to start.

I'd suggest having your friend read the Frequently Asked Questions and Answers thread.

thanks. =]

If you have gathered enough sp, you could buy a gift card and give it to them. They will need sp to really get going. Playing games and doing quests helps.

There's also a few good newbie guides floatin' around the place, along with some moneymaking guides c: