[falar]

For some reason, this makes me think of a character who has a dozen knives that he just quick-draws, attacks, and drops.

Signature - cheap knives laying around everywhere.

[Marcus]

There are always ways to mess with action economy. Finishing blow, Counter attack, various actions that mess with oppo init. There's nothing wrong with those concepts, they just tend to be very specialized. Risk vs reward that's life.

[FabulousChester]

First off, I really appreciate this guide. How would you guys rate the oni metavariant? I've always had a soft spot for them, and the increased agility with decent improvements in body and strength really appeal to me as well.

[Glyph]

I would rate the oni slightly more optimal than orks in general, but slightly suboptimal for the more specialized role of close combat, where the boost to Agility doesn't quite mitigate the hit to Body and Strength.  Still a very viable choice, though.