Master GM I messaged you about your questions.
Mathers the sooner you can get voice the better (just makes everything soooo much easier), video is just up to you if you want it, I use it but some people don't like to. I might be able to help you make a character at some point if no one else can, I have a rather busy week this week though so it would have to be in the afternoon sometime when im free.
I would like to run the first session Friday or Saturday if that is ok with everyone. If needed we can push it though.
I will take 4 players total for now.