How do you start a Division 2?

Early and often is what the Division 2 beginner's guide recommends. The Division 2's shootouts were all designed around the game's cover system. If you use a perk, you can gain a lot of points early on. You should pick skills based on your role. If you want to get Projects, you have to recruit followers. When you reach a certain level, return to the base. Don't craft too early, but try lots of guns.