I agree with this. I myself love having the ability to use arcane scrolls on a divine be it via umd or dilly. And if this was a tr or a 32 point build, I would say absolutely.
He does say he has access to 32 point build, or is willing to buy it.
But I agree, the Arcane Dilly (and Sorcerer is a very good suggestion too!) is for more advanced play, the fighter might be best to start with, simpler and gets the job done. Like a fighter