Please ignore the message saying that your account needs to be approved, once you've created your account you can immediately create your character(s) and sign up for raids. Everyone is automatically put in the "Member" group, and has permissions to sign up for raids. Just click on the Profile link on the left to get started.

Please check the FAQ thread on the forums for assistance in registering, creating characters, signing up for or creating raids. Note that if you've forgotten your password, please contact me and I'll delete your account so you can recreate it.