That makes sense now.
And no 3 skills is not enough but there is no limit to the number of skills you can train up. Pick more than 3, like at least 7 I'd say.
playing on master is advisable to stick to 3 at least until those 3 core combat skills are in the 70's level and this before lvl 30, otherwise you will have even more difficulty in the early game.
slowly bringin other skills up is okay, but gaining levels while leaving your core buildup skills behind is very punishing in master.
ps: I was hoping that parade had something to do with the bards guild =<