The hardware wallet I want to purchase can only generate 24 by default. In my opinion the only way to be secure from seizure of your funds is to memorize the seed. With 12 words it's much easier. This is why I need to generate the 12 words.
I am sure someone can help with this. Explain it to me, I understand I may need to purchase an offline laptop which is
You could always generate a 24 word seed with only 12 words. Just repeat every word like a stuttering child

Or have your 12 words and repeat the last word until you have 24 words, or whatever.
24 words are more secure than 12, but it is your coins...