Pencils should be better than pens. Some pencils are more flexible than pens, and it is easier to highlight the strokes of words when writing. When you start practicing, you can practice with a pencil first, and then practice with a pen after you have basically mastered the characteristics of stippling and knotting. But I suggest you try with a brush. I think it's better to start with practicing brush calligraphy. Basic skills of brush calligraphy and hard pen calligraphy (including pens and pencils, etc.). ) is natural. It's best to start with regular script or official script, because the structure is easier to master, and after a certain foundation, it's easier to practice running script or something else. In addition, it needs to be reminded that it takes 100 days to practice calligraphy, which will be a bit boring at first. I hope I can stick to it, and perseverance will pay off.
I wish you success in your studies!