Level 1 -- I agree with the many who have said Shield, though my second choice would be Expeditious retreat, which I think gives much better maneuverability than long strider and (most of the time) Misty Step.
Level 2 -- Alter Self. Actually changes your appearance (transmutation, not illusion) and while it is dependent on concentration, lets you constantly shift your appearance and gives you an aquatic form (and the natural weapons for you'll never use).As an alternate, if the character is still functionally adventuring, I'd consider Pass without Trace, which benefits the whole party.
Level 2 -- Alter Self. Actually changes your appearance (transmutation, not illusion) and while it is dependent on concentration, lets you constantly shift your appearance and gives you an aquatic form (and the natural weapons for you'll never use).
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