Q: Can I, with no character making experience use this?
A: You can, but don't expect me to handhold you. I'm already busy as is and there's plenty of tutorials already on the net.

Q: Can you tell how to make x/y/z?
A: I can, but again like the previous answer. I won't tell you how to add basic things like adding sounds.

Q: What programs did you use to edit sprites and images?
A: PAINT.NET, Aseprite, Photoshop, and GIMP. Though GIMP was mostly used for making Big Portraits. For text I use Notepad++

Q: Where/How to get started?
A: Copy and paste the spriteless .sff from the Templates folder into main file and Import your sprites manually or by using Ctrl+Shift+A on an existing character.

Q: What should I focus on?
A: You can focus on constructing the character first by editing their moves on the main cns. There is no need for you to edit any of the system files as they're ready for use on the get go unless you're making a boss character. 