I believe most people assumed that because this is a Mortal Kombat forum, but you've already covered your bases in your post. However, I'm unfortunate enough to the point none of my favorite MK characters are in MKX, while I am butthurt about it, I will still be purchasing the game, even if the online is shitty as well, simply because I have a passion for MK. I think a lot of people on this forum feel the same, but there are the rare exceptions.
Also, I'm going to assume that 1 character you like is "Deborah?" So, there isn't even another character that is blowing your whistle?