Thanks so much for the quick reply! To be honest, I like the finality and hardcore approach - part of me really does want to see this character push through a bit more, so I'll persevere before 'starting a new save' XD
Ooh one more question if you don't mind: when you die/rest, only the fights are reset, correct? I'm wondering if search actions that yield consumable items are once-off, which my gut tells me they are.
(Mild spoilers for The Grim Coast below)
My character has: Great Axe, Basic Shield, Strider Boots, and Fate's Hunter. Pretty slow and needs a lot of good rolls! 2 points of Lore but my max health is at 8 now for reasons I'm sure you know...absolutely getting wrecked by the harder enemies I met and kinda loving it. Thanks!