Most starter villages will be a bit empty as when most level up and do their class change they leave the villages.
Being level 3 and i would assume this is your first character on the server? Make sure to talk to the newbie guide he will give you some newbie soulshots. Also at level 8 "i think it was" you can get newbie player buffs which will help alot.
Also the first skill i would get when you get enough skill points is the relax skill, this will help in faster HP recovery. At this time it would be best to decide which route you want to go monk or raider?
Then get one level of that skill Iron Fists if your going monk or power strike if your going raider. Next you should focus on getting your weapon and armor passive skills.
Also do any quest that is offered to you.
I gave you a good starting point in the right direction, if you have any questions just let me know. Saying that i don't watch the server forums much....So if you have to just PM me.