I is *confused*

I find this game to be very solo friendly. I've reached level 36 (my highest) by mostly exp'ing through leves and killing random mobs I happen upon that I find to be interesting -- whether in appearance or humorous name. I've been sort of shy about shouting to join a party as I feel my knowledge of the game, play style and DoW class are probably lacking compared to the many long time players. Perhaps one day I'll be brave enough to answer a /shout for my desired level and class, but until then I'll hack my way through vile gnats and marmots waiting to lose my LFP cherry.

Reading forums is both a blessing and curse: gaining useful knowledge of mob levels or requirements for grand company quests obviously a bonus but having to constantly read whining about the downfalls or shortcomings of the game weighs heavily. I'm not sure how people who want the population of the game and the overall environment to improve expect such things when they scare away potential new players with their criticisms. This game does not have to be played in large numbers (so far) and if you choose to sit idly wasting time shouting in a city to join a group instead of venturing out beyond the comforts of the walls to test your abilities, gear, weapons and dare I say skill on mobs that will not only garner exp but potentially fun and excitement then why bother taking the role of adventurer at all??