It's really up to you. What do you want to do? Do you want to take an active part in the supposedly existing Galactic Civil War? Do you want to serve in a neutral government? Do you want to work for a corporation? Pilot? Ground pounder? Doctor? Priest?
Yes, there are alot of options. Find something that interests you, even just a little, and check it out. Ask their leaders questions and see if it's right for you.
Just keep in mind that money isn't everything. A good faction will supply you with a ship or vehicle and, eventually, equipment.
Thanks, and one more thing: How do you equip items? The items link always seem to disabled, and there doesn't seem to be any way to equip them from the items button on position either.
Have you gone to a shop ad bought Items yet?
When you buy they are emediately at your feet.
Then positions items will tell you what is there to pickup.
Items can only be carried in certian places.
Shops should be in the starting cities around the galaxy.
Good luck
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