Overall, I like Kylo Ren. He wasn't completely what I was expecting.
Pros:
- Ben Solo: He already has a story. I liked how Kylo Ren turned out to be the son of Han and Leia. I was also surprised he got the name "Ben," since Kenobi was more closer to Luke. Finally, although the Empire was defeated, life wasn't easy for the Skywalkers after that. Personally, I wasn't expecting this dark twist so early.
- Not the typical villain: Although I like his costume and weapon, I'm kind of glad they didn't make him an over-the-top bad guy. He has his struggles and he's flawed. Personally, I think this makes Kylo's Character far more intriguing.
Cons:
Rey: Speaking of over the top, unlike Kylo, who has his flaws, Rey was the exact opposite to the point where I can't stand this character. It wasn't that Kylo Ren was pathetic, it was that Rey was too perfect. After hearing about the Force, Rey is piloting the Millennium Falcon and defeating experienced TIE Pilots, resists mind control from Kylo Ren, mind controls the James Bond Storm Trooper, and defeats Kylo Ren in a lightsaber fight. No experience using the Force or holding a lightsaber. I honestly don't know if I rolled my eyes more times watching Rey or Jar Jar Binks
Flaws make a character interesting. I say give Ren a chance. Unlike most of the movie, Kylo probably the most original character.