So I bought a ticket to play The Haunting of Hinojai at Gencon. I didn't really realize what all the Pathfinder Society involved at the time. Unfortunately, while I've had experience playing Pathfinder with my friends, I've never done anything with the Pathfinder Society, so I don't have a character at the right level.
I don't think I can find a group to level one in time, so what do I do? Can I make up a character that starts at level 5, or do I have to play one of the pre-gens? If I do have to use the pre-gens, how much am I allowed to alter them? I was originally hoping on playing a wizard, but Ezren doesn't appeal to me at all. Could I change "fluff" aspects, like age, gender, or name? What about more important ones, like race?
If I can create a level 5 character, how do I outfit her? Looking at the pre-gens again, it seems like normal starting gear wouldn't cut it. Is there some sort of equipment guideline I should follow? Or, considering that I'm planning on playing a wizard, does it not matter?
Please help me! I'm really looking forward to the game, and I don't want to come in with no clue what to do.