I see you guys have started already for some time...
I kinda have 2 options in this case.
Either I start at a higher level to be able to RP with you, either, umm, well...
My character had a sort of prolonged panic attack/break down...like to scared to suicide and to scared to fight
As in game you do feel hungry but don't die because of it you're not forced to gather gold and stuff.

Second option feels a bit weird, but it would allow me to start from level 1