Questions from a Newb

[Maxwell SH]

Hey guys, My friends and I are old EQ veterans and have been anxiously awaiting a classic EQ emulator with a trustworthy staff. Sadly I hadn't heard about Project 1999 until just recently and so I am certainly interested.

But I wonder if I hit the boat too late. Is there anyone still leveling up with such a small player base? or will I just have to grind up to max level or find a guild to help power lvl me.

Also, with just 300 or so players on at peak is it difficult to find groups outside of one's guild on a casual basis?

Thanks for any and all input you guys give me.