I got through the tutorial rite and then two more, only loosing one goal because I wasn't focused enough. I like the combat well enough so far. I hope it gets more difficult, though I've heard it will especially towards the end. I'm not looking forward to my first loss, that's for sure.
Rukey is the best. The other characters are good too, but I really like his personality, right now.
You can increase the difficulty in the menu.
About an hour in when you
name your first new party member, one of the choices has a hilarious text box. Mirrors my thoughts when I saw the name possibility exactly