What platform?
Go into settings and make sure Pacifist mode is turned on, you probably don't want to be dabbling with PvP until you're leveled and geared up some. There's also a setting to toggle the Survival mechanics, but you can leave it off and just get positive buffs from eating/drinking etc.
If you stand around and look clueless, someone is bound to dump heaps of plans, ammo, mats, and gear on you. The community, for the most part, is incredibly helpful and friendly.
So! You want to hear a story, eh?