Lovely Sk Epic Any Hints?Follow

Hi Everyone,
I am 65sk. I heard you dont need epic 1 to get epic 2 but I also heard it will help me get my epic 2 faster. Its not going to be a problem to get the people to assist me to get my pieces. I am assuming some pieces I need to get will need to consist of 2 solid groups. Does anyone has any advice or tips before I attempt it? Thank you all in advance for any advice.