As far as minimum gear requirements.... Ring can be downgraded to Ring of Death Wand/Singularity can be sidegraded for Noxious Staff (only if dps role) Cape can be downgraded to Kiln Cape Superior Elite Void can be downgraded to full Tectonic Robes + Celestial Handwraps Now for finding a team, you can go to the forums and find one there. However, you will probably get kicked if you don't know what you are doing or die to things you shouldn't be dying to. Going in a mass might help you become familiar with Vorago's attacks, and if you die, it won't affect the team. The only time Vorago's damage is increased when you are near other players is if you get a red bomb. However, you shouldn't ever get one if you are doing your job correctly, but if you do get one, you will be prompted that one is coming for you. You will have more than enough time to run away from other team members.