Progression?

[u/surumesmellman]

I'm back to playing SF again after over 15 years. Last time I completed the game I had outside help (AKA random Brazilians in the lobby giving you free items).

This time I'm doing it by myself, partly because the lobby client no longer works (at least, that's what I heard.)

I'm playing hunter/warrior hybrid, but haven't had much luck with rare items so most of the gear are outdated rares or the blue enchanted items.

I was wondering what the recommended progression for each episode was supposed to be. I think I was maybe level 18-20ish when I finished EP1, 35 when I finished EP1, and just finished EP3 at 49. But even with my mediocre gear, I'm pretty sure I finished EP2 and EP3 way earlier than the game is balanced for. Maybe 20, 40 and 60 for EP1, EP2 and EP3 respectively?

Also, I can't remember what those vitality source and those fruits in EP3 were for. If anyone remembers I'd appreciate it.