Hamlet defense is quite possible to do with people who never have done it before. Just the other night, a random group of people with a few who never did Hamlet Defense. No LS/static/voice-chat/'vet'-only going on. We still got over 60k (although we did have a provisioner in the party).

All you need is a basic easy-to-follow strategy, a few tips and suggestions, and the most basic communication (anyone who can type a bit can manage it).

What I need to do is figure out why I keep getting Tank gear when I'm a Mage >.>