I play whatever looks fun. Sometimes, I play with friends, and sometimes I make random guides.
00:00 Intro
00:35 Character Creation
02:13 Getting Stated Early Quest
04:18 Finally, Some Combat / Hunt Log
08:15 Lurker In The Grotto
10:40 Outro
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If you want, something that might be helpful for visual reference, is to uncheck the UI > party list > hide party list when solo option, as that bar will display a visual for your active shield. The hp bar at the bottom doesn't visibly indicate it.
So a Solo only run, but with even more restrictions; how exciting