First things first: what exactly do you want this new toon to do? The principal activity of DDO is combat, and the general direction of your character must thus concern what he will do in a fight. The 2 broad categories are Damage and Damage Control. Of course, it is possible to consider both as very important to your character, but you must have some sensing of which comes first.
The Dagger: not the best way to deal damage, but whatever.
Archibalde's main purpose is to keep the group alive - Damage Control. However, he must be able to contribute meaningfully to Damage as well.