The free trial does limit some parts of the game (I think it's got a level cap of 20?) and prevents you from sending tells, but I don't think it will interfere with your roleplaying.
As for getting onto Gilgamesh or Balmung, I know it can be a hassle! Balmung's creation is almost always locked down, but I know that the mornings are best: You might see some luck around 9 or 10 your time?
You should be able to purchase the game digitally through the Mog Station website, which is accessible through the Lodestone (and other places). Account management all seems to be done through that portal.
Finally, since this is your first MMO, I'd encourage you to get out there and just play the game first! The RP is most certainly not going anywhere, and even if you end up having to reroll Sisike on another world your experience with the game will always make catching up to yourself a lot easier. Explore, find out about the world and just immerse yourself!
I hope you decide to stick around.
As for getting onto Gilgamesh or Balmung, I know it can be a hassle! Balmung's creation is almost always locked down, but I know that the mornings are best: You might see some luck around 9 or 10 your time?
You should be able to purchase the game digitally through the Mog Station website, which is accessible through the Lodestone (and other places). Account management all seems to be done through that portal.
Finally, since this is your first MMO, I'd encourage you to get out there and just play the game first! The RP is most certainly not going anywhere, and even if you end up having to reroll Sisike on another world your experience with the game will always make catching up to yourself a lot easier. Explore, find out about the world and just immerse yourself!
I hope you decide to stick around.