Thx for the reply Kitsume, its not that im against joining a tribe (far from it), i just think it is better to learn the game a little without people having to 'hold my hand', I suppose I will start solo, then when I am able to contribute to a tribe, will be the time to join one.

I just wanted to get peoples feelings on how essential it is if you want to develop your character past 'noob phase'.