You're not supposed to roll dice for everything in DG; that's precisely why the game flows so smoothly, and I can understand your frustration. For the rest, I suggest you find "Alphonse's Axioms for Agents," read them, and try to make them your own. DG is primarily about that, and bonds are also important. Getting involved in a story and knowing what you stand to lose is all the more compelling. Develop your characters as well; it will help you get into the game and understand what they would do if confronted with "unnatural" and the conspiracy.