@OfCaspian
Hi there and welcome. As a new player you can create your character either at level 1 (T1) or at level 5 (T2).
Before you start diving into creating your character, please check out our Houserules!
If you are new to DnD 5e and will need/would like to have some help with character creation, just make sure to show up about 30 min. earlier (at around 18:30). Someone is usually already there at that time and can assist you. 