^ applying for linkshells online is so stupid lol. And if you haven't found an ls by now, pm me.. I have a great social shell.
No it isn't stupid, it's just a way to introduce yourself, nothing more and nothing less.
The link I posted is a social LS, and often help newer/returning players. I recommend it for any newer/returning player because it'd be easier to find ppl that's on the same progress, and play together. Since OP is new, it's better for him to find player that's also new, so they can do LB quest/missions together.
The point of "applying", is not about scaring anyone away or reject anyone, but to give player a chance to introduce themselves on the forum. So everyone knows his background, his mission progress, job he'd be playing, and if he's brand new or 2nd char etc. Otherwise you'd just pearl a complete stranger without knowing his progress/job. It's easier to get into the game if you know more about others, and others know more about you.