Dont get caught up trying to reach or be at a certain total pct. The most important thing is to get the flavir where you like regardless of pct.
For a pod recipe 1pct SS will be a great start , it is used in most commercial mixes at 1pct and higher
I personally like to try NOT to use creams in pod devices like the caliburn or similar. I find that the layers you can taste with sub ohm tanks/rdas /rtas etc dont come across in pods so I eliminate them . If i do use a cream or something to try and add mouthfeel its usually a marshmallow or a neutral cream like FLV cream or FA fresh cream.