Thats actually a good decision.
The server isnt really hc viable for an absolute starter.
Get some softcore char up and test the areas out first. Especially bosses ��

In the discord, there are ppl that help you with lvling an starter equip for sure.

Also the last patch was a while ago and a pretty big one is about to hit. Theres less activity but the best time to learn a bit about the whole thing