Cingal, that's just a matter of preference. I loved those first long hours of cRPG as a peasant. When i started, it took days, not hours to get to a decent level and get some proper gear.
You have it easy. If you can't handle the challenge, go 'skip the fun' and make a level 30 character. But trust me, there is no substitute for skills and experience. People just need to practice a bit on the duel server. Get a bit of training from an experienced player.