How hard is it for a player starting out?

[NirrtiXXX]

I played EQ LONG ago, but would like to get into P1999 is it doable if I end up having to solo? I worry that the game is too top heavy levelwise to level. I know how to play any class, but would probably start with one that solos well since I may have to be self reliant.

I guess the question is how hard is it to get groups for those mid hell levels?