There are about 130 playable mods that allow you to stay close and build your own village and family, Adventure out and become a lone wolf, or build a huge factory and consume the world around you. Keep your head on a swivel because everything here is trying to get you. If the adventuring life doesn't suit you, then maybe a mayor or a king will be a better fit. 1.18 allows for your caves to be bigger which means your spoils will too!