Will do in a few hours. I play Aoi, but she seems like a poor choice for a beginner.
I'm torn between playing what seems to be an active defensive character, which I assume is the harshest way to start... or Paitsurugi.
I might play Vanessa if I'm desperate and work hard in order to appreciate her stances system...
It's a shame because I like her guard system.
I practiced Lion and think that he might be worth a shot. Especially since he's Rock tier. But I don't like his stances much either, so that's a problem. Looking retarded is also a turn off.
In the end I get the impression that I'll always go back to Aoi no matter how many characters I try. She really seems to be perfect for me. So I'd better get used to it and start practicing her seriously.