Yeah man, get some mid armor, 9-18 weight, and a mid-range weapon with a style you like. I wish there was a nice Straight 2h sword in the 8k range, but I mean, cleavers, axes, even the (11)-12k (Heavy) Greatsword is a beast weapon, and knocks 6k off your weapon cost. 2Hers can put in work in lamellar with a strong weapon. Just find a style you like.