I'm looking to play a healer in random BGs, nothing serious, just for fun. However, my memories of PvP are lopsided battlegroups and queues. So, my first questions are:
1) Does it matter what server you're on anymore?
2) Does it matter what faction you are since merc mode was added?
3) Is there a recommended level bracket for someone who doesn't want to spend a lot of time and energy on gear?
Next, I don't know if I should go with a priest or paladin. I had fun playing a holy priest in anniversary AV, I'm not particularly good with disc. I have never played holy paladin before, but I've mained ret long enough to be familiar with the basic class abilities so if the learning curve isn't too steep I might give it a whirl. Is there any difference in efficacy between the two in a random BG setting?
Thanks!
Edit: Looks like holy paladin is too melee for my tastes, so nevermind that part!