I am downloading now and have been reading forum messages and helpful guides etc...

How "Open" is the PvP? This has me a little nervous as I HATE GANKING! I have read that there is a penalty - but is it helping the ganking of new players or solo?

I am really looking forward to the crafting and building in this game and will join a tribe at some point - but generally I am a solo player.

Thanks for input and your findings on the type of PvP that is in this game.