Linkshell population seems to be at its highest from 5-11 EST. We do have an international population

www.aessedaitower.enjin.com

We also utilize the unofficial Besaid Ventrilo Server.

radon.typefrag.com
Port: 52322
No Password.

Also remember to use Thevedis' linkshell list. It's useful especially if you have a gameplay "concept" already in mind. LS's are still the best place to start mingling with people despite Besaid being more open than other servers.