Paid transfers are probably the best option if you have the money, though do be sure to look at the instructions for them when on the Mog Station as there are time and quest requirements one needs to take into account when applying. (I think it was something like completing the first main quest and three days of time passing in the real world?)
In regards to making a character on Balmung I do have a word of advice. The server is usually up for one hour or more after maintenance depending upon numerous factors. However due to the release of the expac two weeks ago I would not bank on that being the current case. Try to camp the launcher when the maintenance is coming to an end, then once it's over immediately try to get your character in. Have a name ready as well as the appearance should you not desire to remake your current one and it might work. Personally if it does I'd try to sneak one or two more on as well, just so you have others to play with should the mood strike you to write another character.
But all of this is predicated on you actually wanting to hop over to Balmung. There's been a few attempts by other people to bring RP to the less populated servers, and I do remember some people making threads before asking if anyone was RPing on Sargatanas. Whatever you decide, I hope you enjoy your stay in the game.
In regards to making a character on Balmung I do have a word of advice. The server is usually up for one hour or more after maintenance depending upon numerous factors. However due to the release of the expac two weeks ago I would not bank on that being the current case. Try to camp the launcher when the maintenance is coming to an end, then once it's over immediately try to get your character in. Have a name ready as well as the appearance should you not desire to remake your current one and it might work. Personally if it does I'd try to sneak one or two more on as well, just so you have others to play with should the mood strike you to write another character.
But all of this is predicated on you actually wanting to hop over to Balmung. There's been a few attempts by other people to bring RP to the less populated servers, and I do remember some people making threads before asking if anyone was RPing on Sargatanas. Whatever you decide, I hope you enjoy your stay in the game.
