If you don't find yourself able to create a character on Balmung (I've been stymied for the last few days myself..and it's getting a tad frustrating!) you can also set up shop, even temporarily, on Gilgamesh. It is also sometimes locked for creation, but not quite as often. I confess I don't know much about the EU presence there, but you should be able to find some folks to RP with. Good luck!
