player from 2004-2006 era

as title says, i played ALOT from the 2004-2006 era. i always liked this game because of the clan/alliance actually helps each other, like a clan should unlike games like WoW wheres its just a bunch of people not lvling together. anywayss, im bored of mmos. i want to give this a shot, i know its pay to win now or whatever but i was wondering, how difficult is it to get started again? how time consuming is it? is there even a slight chance, i can do castle seiges? i have waited 10 years to do a castle siege and NEVER HAVE BEEN ABLE TOO :( . please help me out. im not asking for class advice, dont think much has changed since back then..but im asking for game advice. worth coming back? do i HAVE to spend money? i dont mind spending a bit (about 20-30bucks a month max or so if needed, probably around 20) instead of a 15$ subscription, ig ot no problem doing that. i had +9 storm^storm duals, with +6 full plate armour blade dance back then, that was some epic expensive gear, is that stuff still good?



ALSO looking for a proper server to join, english speaking preferably. maybe a clan to join? id like to check this game out again. for the 1000th time. i started and stopped so manay times cuz me PC never was able to handle alot of people, but now i am good to play! please respond!