AO-Universe

Can anyone be so kind as to point me towards a FAQ or so on the basics etc as I've just DL'd the free client and looking to have some fun with the game. =)

Welcome to AO! If you're just starting out on the game, have a look at our starter area guides:
ICC Shuttleport Island
ICC Shuttleport Island Quests

Excellent, thank you very much.

Also you might try out this page.... Classic AO Guides Page

It's a listing of different things your can do, where to go, what to kill.... etc. for the Froob.