Man, I really want into this game, but real life is stomping my toes.
I'm currently moving and won't have internet up at my new house for another 10 days or so. I get plenty of online time at work, but I can't download to my work computer, which makes getting into the game book the GM sent me a little tricky.
My character concept is pretty fleshed out, and I would be completely fine having my character introduced late if necessary.
Another option would be to have someone with more experience (who would be willing to help me) build the mechanical framework for my character for me. I wouldn't mind. After I can fully digest the game book, I could bring up any potential changes I'd like to try.
Sorry for the inconvenience. I understand if my bad timing creates more work than anyone wants to deal with.