My tier list
A+
Shugoki, Warden, PK
A
Warlord, Kensei, Nobushi
A-
Conq, Orochi
B+
Raider, Berserker
B
Valk, Lawbringer
I don't have a lot of experience with every character but this is my first impression tier list. What do y'al think?
Kensei and Nobushi might be A+ as well, or at least in A while the others are A-. Both can't really be guard broken after a parry, and both have good range with Nobushi having the best. Plus Nobushi's damage and bleed is crazy.
Also, Valk can do some crazy loops and damage. I just haven't really gone against a lot of good ones so don't know too much about her.
This is just my opinion. I welcome all CONSTRUCTIVE criticism, lol.