just recently picked up BBCP, I want to get a bit more serious about the game after being a more casual player of Extend. The first step is obviously choosing a main. I generally like faster characters who can easily rush in and put on the pressure/mixups/oki. I do also like my characters to have some ranged options, either with longer-ranged attacks or projectiles. And of course, I'm not very good at execution and don't have a TON of time to put into the game, so ease of use is a big factor. I mained Cammy in SF4, Chie in P4A, and Millia in GG, and am definitely comfortable with them.
Characters I may want to use:
Jin - I don't personally like him that much, but he's got an easy time pressuring, is fast, and seems to be pretty good at everything
Noel - this is who I "mained" in Extend. She's definitely changed, but she's still got everything I want in a character. But I kind of fear my habit of mashing might return if I go with her
Bang - the only thing that I don't like about Bang is his finite and small amount of nails he gets for each round. Otherwise he's the aggressive type of char I like.
Nu - yes she's obviously outside of what I look for in a character, but I think maining her could be useful for learning how to fight at a range and actually be patient in fights. though I don't know how hard her combos are
Platinum - I wouldn't have considered her in Extend, but it seems like she's gotten easier to use.
Azrael - I don't really like the guy, but I can't deny his in-your-face playstyle is appealing to me
Terumi - I hear from some people that he isn't very good, but he seems like a char I'd like to use. Huge meter gain, huge damage potential from distortions. sounds good to me
suggestions would be appreciated : )