Custom Pirate Names

[Slippery Jim]

Can anyone tell me how long I should expect to wait to get my avatar's name approved?

Rather than pulling from the list, I typed a name, then was told I would get a temporary name until my chosen name was approved. It's been 3 days. I'd like to make some friends and join or start a guild, but it's difficult when my name is still "Pirate." I'm level 8, and by now I'm really hating my temp name.

Also, can you ever change your name or appearance without starting from ground zero?

Thanks in advance.