jes we know evrything about this now especially that u do not read before u click on bags and scrolls...
That isn't very helpful xD
To answer your question, Yes there is a bunch of stuff they give new characters now. I believe it started whenever 9.0 came out but I'm not sure as I just came back from a long hiatus too. The item you are referring to is called the 'miraculous ark' I belive and it instantly boosts you character to lvl 75.
You also get a bunch of other stuff too; 30 slot bag, 36slot bank, a bunch of the lvl 1-3 scrolls that boost stuff like stats/rubies/talents, a trinket, the extra earring slot, a full set of lvl 6 and lvl 5 runes, as well as a temporary set of lvl 8 ones (lasts 30 days). I'm sure there is more I can't think of off the top of my head. EDIT: 2 very fast mounts too
It's a huge step in the right direction imo as this game is very unfriendly to new players. When I found out about this I created a new char and after just a week he is at the same point (if not a bit stronger) then my char I had since vanilla, at least in terms of boutique items.
Bit of advise, start working on the inc. quests now so you can use the aoidos spark and jar you get in the mail when you hit 75. Don't want to waste that jar, that's 900 crystals.