Greetings and a few beginner questions

[Tyr_Rohlan]

Howdy there, my forum name is based on the character I intend to create on this server, pending just a few questions to make sure I don't do something wrong.

Quickie intro to myself, I've rarely played Discovery, only a few years ago on a different server which was experimenting, but I loved most of what I saw. I left that server when they dropped Discovery.
American....from Kentucky.....eh, anything else ya wanna know just ask me.

Anywho....here's my questions.


1. I notice when activating mod I'm given option to choose credits, rep, etc. Is anything other than default bad?

2. I don't like to join clans. Typically, because it restricts me from a lot of actions depending on my mood. (Do I wanna be a rebel? An oppressive regime? Trader? Explorer? Etc.) I'd like to actually RP as a Freelancer, primarily just transporting bulk freight, but don't want to restrict myself from too much. Plus, if I take a break from the game, sometimes lengthy, I don't want people depending on me in game.

Long story short: Can I RP as a total freelancer? Taking all the good/bad that comes with it? (Not allowed into certain systems, certain cargo, if I attack a faction I suffer/benefit in reputation, etc.)