Hey! Welcome to FRUK! Im a newbie myself, so ill be watching the reply's intently!

I think the best place to start is with what weight category you wish to compete in and then decide if you want a "passive" (pusher robot, lifters etc) thats all about speed, strength, agility and perseverance or and "aggressive" robot (spinners, exs etc) that are all about weapon strength. if you can combine the two, than i guess you may be onto a winner haha!

Rule 1 is to enjoy it have fun however!

ill let you know when i build something regarding the 1v1 however!