Yes, I would love to make some base sprites for you. Send me a few samples of other sprites from your game (for size/style matching) and I can do a basic stance and a couple animations.

I won't be able to help you this weekend (much busy!) but I should have some free time early next week. And no, you don't have to pay me lol. Just as long as you understand I'm not doing your project for you, I'm glad to help out an aspiring spriter.